'News' Category
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | April 12, 2013
U.S. Surgeon General Stresses Dangers of Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos exposure has been directly linked to the development of mesothelioma and other serious diseases. For many years, the dangers of exposure to the toxic fibers of asbestos have been well-known across… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | April 11, 2013
New Type of Diabetes Drug Approved by FDA
A Johnson & Johnson drug that treats type 2 diabetes in a new way is now approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Invokana, as the drug is known, will… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | March 27, 2013
FACT Act Threatens Rights of Asbestos Victims and Families
The latest effort by asbestos companies to limit compensation to asbestos victims has begun. Asbestos companies have used their political influence to introduce a new bill in the U.S. House of Representatives.… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | March 20, 2013
Asbestos Conference Keynotes Feature Asbestos Medical Expert, Advocate
This weekend Perry Browder, myself and other attorneys and staff with the Firm will attend the 9th Annual International Asbestos Awareness Conference in Washington, D.C. We are proud not only to once… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | March 5, 2013
Meso Foundation to Host Live Stream of 2013 Symposium
The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation’s 2013 Symposium is an event for mesothelioma patients, survivors, and family and friends of victims. The event is an opportunity to gather together to raise awareness for… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 26, 2013
Mesothelioma Symposium To Feature Popular Event Fundraising Session
Six Steps to Fundraise for Mesothelioma Research In 2007, St. Louis resident Shelly Kozicki was the first person to start a named grant through the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation in honor of… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 21, 2013
Mesothelioma Prevention: Tips for Avoiding Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma is caused by asbestos exposure. Exposure can occur when products or materials containing asbestos are handled in a way that causes the microscopic asbestos fibers to become airborne. When the fibers… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 18, 2013
ADAO Conference Focuses on the Asbestos Crisis and Prevention
Asbestos exposure contributes as the leading cause of serious conditions like mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases, yet its use is not banned in the United States. As the “voice of the victims”,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 14, 2013
2013 Meso Foundation Symposium to Take Place March 7 & 8
The mesothelioma community is filled with survivors, family and friends of victims, and current mesothelioma sufferers. The continuous effort among this community is to raise awareness for the disease, its treatments and… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 6, 2013
Without Funds in Superfund, Consumers Pay…Unless They Fight Back
Obama’s reelection gives the President a chance to make good on one of his 2008 campaign promises—the promise to put the “Super” back in Superfund. Congress created the Superfund program as part… Read More
