All posts by Simmons Hanly Conroy
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | July 1, 2015
Asbestos Exposure and the Body: What Happens
We know that when asbestos fibers are released into the air and are inhaled, they can lead to serious diseases like mesothelioma and asbestosis. But what happens in between that inhalation and… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 22, 2015
Judge Rules Syngenta Corn Lawsuits to Proceed in Both Federal, State Courts
The federal corn multidistrict litigation against Syngenta over its marketing practices of genetically modified corn seed is progressing. In May, Judge John Lungstrum ordered that two of the hundreds of cases filed… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 11, 2015
New Estimate Shows Asbestos Kills More Americans Than Previous Estimates Showed
We know that mesothelioma is diagnosed in 3,000 Americans every year. We also know that there are many other diseases caused by asbestos – including asbestosis, lung cancer and others. In the… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 6, 2015
Asbestos Occupation Spotlight: Construction Workers
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. In 2013, one in five worker deaths were in construction on the job site, according to the Occupational… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 4, 2015
Real Mesothelioma Stories: Ellen Patton
Mesothelioma is known as a devastating disease that can progress quickly. Treatments for mesothelioma can be expensive because they are often highly specialized, and the financial burden can cause added stress to… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 2, 2015
Missouri Governor Signs Resolution Declaring Sept. 26 Mesothelioma Awareness Day
I’m excited to share that September 26 has officially been declared “Mesothelioma Awareness Day” in the state of Missouri. Governor Jay Nixon signed Senate Concurrent Resolution 4, which made the awareness day… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 28, 2015
Georgia Reporter’s Hidden Camera Finds FACT Act Supporter American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) is Anything but “Transparent”
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) is a secretive “charity” that is run and funded by large corporations that subsidize the involvement of state lawmakers. New insights from news reporter Brandon Keefe,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 22, 2015
Asbestos Occupation Spotlight: U.S. Navy Veterans
More than 30 percent of Americans diagnosed with mesothelioma were first exposed to asbestos during their time in the military. While veterans from all branches of the military were exposed to asbestos,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 12, 2015
Lumber Liquidators Facing Class Action Lawsuit for High Formaldehyde Levels in its Laminate Flooring
Investigations have found that Lumber Liquidators’ Laminate Flooring products contain dangerous levels of formaldehyde. The investigations examined 150 boxes of the bamboo flooring and in all tests, the flooring failed to meet… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 6, 2015
How Much Does it Cost to File an Asbestos Lawsuit?
Nothing. With Simmons Hanly Conroy, it won’t cost you anything to file an asbestos lawsuit. We front every case. What does this mean for you? By pursuing a mesothelioma lawsuit with our… Read More
