All posts by Simmons Hanly Conroy
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 4, 2020
7 Coping Strategies for Mesothelioma Patients, Caregivers during the COVID-19 Pandemic
As June begins, the world marks the halfway point in the year 2020. Only six months into the year, it is perhaps already true that no other year in recent memory has… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 22, 2020
Cosmetic Talc Allegations Involving Mesothelioma Continue to Rise as J&J Stops Selling Talc Baby Powder Product
Partner James Kramer weighs in on talc litigation during Perrin webinar Talcum powder and other talc-based products sit at the heart of over 9,000 lawsuits currently awaiting trial. But how did it… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 7, 2020
In the News: Attorney Gary DiMuzio Explains How to “Daubert-Proof” Experts in Toxic Torts
Simmons Hanly Conroy attorney Gary DiMuzio delivers a masterclass on how to approach expert witness admissibility in toxic tort cases in a recent article he authored, published in the May issue of… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | April 16, 2020
7 Tips for Mesothelioma Patients, Caregivers During the COVID-19 Pandemic from ADAO, Dr. Arthur Frank
On Friday, April 3, President and CEO of the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) Linda Reinstein hosted a virtual luncheon with Dr. Arthur Frank, MD, PhD, who is ADAO’s Science Advisory Board… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | April 7, 2020
How to Be an Advocate Beyond Global Asbestos Awareness Week
As this year’s Global Asbestos Awareness Week (GAAW) comes to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on a cornerstone of the asbestos-disease awareness and prevention efforts and our… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | March 31, 2020
The First Week of April Marks the 16th Annual Global Asbestos Awareness Week
For 15 straight years, April 1 through April 7 has been congressionally designated Global Asbestos Awareness Week (GAAW). Each year, the first full week of April marks a crucial time when advocates,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 27, 2020
New California Law Sheds Light on Systemic Child Abuse at Leading Institutions
Courts in California are preparing for hundreds—perhaps thousands—of sexual abuse civil lawsuits to be filed in the coming months against churches, schools and other institutions. A new California state law extends the… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | November 22, 2019
First-Ever Negotiation Class Will Help Cities and Counties Harmed by Opioid Crisis Recover Funds Quickly
Everybody knows somebody whose life has been destroyed or ended by opioids. These are children, nephews, neighbors, bosses, parents, professional athletes and music icons. Every story is a unique tragedy. While the… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | November 14, 2019
Former EPA Administrators Urge Lawmakers to Pass the Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act
Two former administrators of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have come out in strong support of a bill that would ban asbestos. Dismayed that the Trump EPA has kept asbestos legal, Gina… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 17, 2019
Alton Miles for Meso 5K Raises $25,000 for Asbestos Charity
Thank you for being a part of the Miles for Meso community and for supporting the 11th Annual Alton Miles for Meso 5K Run & 3K Fun Run/Walk. This year’s race had… Read More