Silicosis Claims

01/27/2026

Major WikiMesothelioma Update: 16 New Articles for Workers & Families

We've published 16 comprehensive new articles to WikiMesothelioma.com covering asbestos exposure at America's most significant shipyards and high-risk occupations.

New Shipyard Articles:
• Alabama Dry Dock & Shipbuilding
• Avondale Shipyard
• Bath Iron Works
• Bethlehem Shipbuilding
• Fore River Shipyard
• Ingalls Shipbuilding
• Kaiser Shipyards
• New York Shipbuilding
• Newport News Shipbuilding
• Tampa Bay Shipbuilding
• Todd Shipyards
• Washington Navy Yard

New Occupation Articles:
• Carpenters (PMR 397 for mesothelioma)
• Electricians (16x higher risk)
• Factory Workers (8.5 million affected)
• Asbestos Miners (exposure 15,000x current limits)

Each article details exposure sources, documented health risks, landmark verdicts, and compensation pathways including VA benefits, trust funds, and litigation options.

If you or a loved one worked at these facilities or in these trades, visit WikiMesothelioma.com to learn about your legal rights.

Questions? Call Danziger & De Llano for a free consultation.

Independent mesothelioma resource covering diagnosis, treatment, trust funds, legal rights, and compensation. 60+ active trusts, $30+ billion available.

01/13/2026

Essential Guide to Mesothelioma Compensation Options

https://dandell.com/mesothelioma/guide-mesothelioma-compensation-options/

Over 20 million people have been exposed to asbestos, raising their mesothelioma risk. Understanding mesothelioma compensation is crucial for affected individuals facing emotional and financial challenges. This guide explains compensation types, eligibility, and the importance of legal help, including asbestos trust funds and success stories. Gain clarity on the compensation process to secure financial support.

01/08/2026

"THE SILICOSIS JOURNEY"
Uncovering the Danger: How Engineered Stone Harms Your Lungs
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12/05/2025

📰New Resource: Mesothelioma Claim Help Wiki on Reddit

Danziger & De Llano has launched r/MesotheliomaClaimHelp, a dedicated Reddit community and wiki providing trusted guidance for patients, families, and veterans navigating asbestos-related diagnoses.
The subreddit hosts one of the most comprehensive mesothelioma wikis on Reddit, covering:

Attorney selection guidance—how to evaluate mesothelioma law firms and avoid high-pressure tactics

Veterans and asbestos exposure—dedicated guides for naval ships, military settings, VA benefits, and lawsuit options

Corporate asbestos history—how past coverups connect to modern trust funds and compensation

Medical terminology and claim timelines explained in plain language

Mesothelioma often appears 20-50 years after exposure, making the claims process complex and time-sensitive. This wiki centralizes Mesothelioma Claim Help in a transparent, community-moderated space—reducing confusion and empowering informed conversations with doctors and attorneys.

Start at the wiki index for definitions, claim timelines, and attorney selection tips. Post questions to r/MesotheliomaClaimHelp for personalized guidance.

Founding partners Paul Danziger and Rod De Llano have spent over 30 years advocating for mesothelioma families. With nearly $2 billion recovered for asbestos victims nationwide, our team provides the resources families need.

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A supportive community for individuals and families navigating mesothelioma claims and legal processes. Get guidance on understanding your rights, finding qualified legal representation, and accessing resources for asbestos exposure cases. Share experiences, ask questions, and find support during yo...

12/04/2025

The median survival for pleural mesothelioma is 18-31 months with treatment—yet Katherine Keys has survived for 18 years, making her the longest-known survivor of this aggressive asbestos-related cancer.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2sZWt1joO1oFuLv9BMViir?si=psodYj9ZQXmpFWUZkDoTjg
In this first episode of a two-part series on MESO: The Mesothelioma Podcast, host Dave Foster—Executive Director of patient advocacy at Danziger & De Llano with 18 years of experience helping mesothelioma families—sits down with Katherine Keys, an 18-year pleural mesothelioma survivor.

Together, they cover:

The early warning signs Katherine experienced—and why her symptoms were initially misdiagnosed before doctors confirmed malignant pleural mesothelioma

Why she sought out a mesothelioma specialist rather than relying on a general oncologist, and how that decision changed her outcome

The major lung surgery that removed her cancer—and what recovery and daily life look like 18 years later with one lung

The mindset, family support, and medical team that helped her beat odds that give most patients less than three years

Her advice for newly diagnosed patients: why acting quickly and finding the right surgeon matters more than anything

MESO: The Mesothelioma Podcast is sponsored by Danziger & De Llano, a nationwide mesothelioma law firm with over 30 years of experience and nearly $2 billion recovered for asbestos victims. For a free consultation, visit Dandell.com.

MESO: The Mesothelioma Podcast · Episode

09/14/2025

NIOSH study finds oil and gas workers at fracking sites are exposed to harmful silica, risking lung disease. Masks may not be enough; engineering controls are recommended.

Falls Church, VA – Oil and gas workers are exposed to respirable crystalline silica during directional drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations, a new NIOSH study concludes.

09/12/2025

Curious about how silica dust could impact your health? 🌬️ This sneaky mineral is everywhere—especially if you’re working with soil, granite, slate, or sandstone! If you’re in construction, stone countertop fabrication, foundry work, ceramics manufacturing, mining, or fracking, you might be at risk. 🚧🛠️ Check out how to protect yourself from silicosis by diving into this resource: https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/silicosis/learn-about-silicosis 🔍

Silicosis is a lung disease caused by breathing in tiny bits of silica, a mineral that is part of sand, rock, and mineral ores such as quartz.

09/11/2025

09/10/2025

https://www.mesotheliomalawyercenter.org/mesothelioma-cancer/treatment/

Groundbreaking Mesothelioma Study Opens New Doors for Treatment and Hope

Understanding the devastating impact of asbestos exposure on families, we're encouraged to share significant progress in mesothelioma treatment emerging from Georgetown's Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center and Johns Hopkins.

A New Treatment Approach

Dr. Joshua Reuss and his team have demonstrated that combining immunotherapy with surgery offers promising possibilities for patients with operable diffuse pleural mesothelioma. This Phase II clinical trial explored administering immunotherapy both before and after surgical intervention—a strategic approach that recognizes the unique challenges this cancer presents.

Mesothelioma affects approximately 30,000 people worldwide annually, predominantly those exposed to asbestos. Unlike typical tumors that form solid masses, mesothelioma spreads diffusely through the lung lining, making traditional treatment approaches particularly challenging. This fluid, spreading nature has historically complicated both surgical removal and treatment monitoring.

Revolutionary Monitoring Through Blood Testing

Perhaps most significantly, researchers developed an ultra-sensitive method to detect circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) in patients' blood. This breakthrough addresses a critical gap in mesothelioma care—the inability of traditional imaging to accurately capture treatment effectiveness.

Dr. Valsamo Anagnostou explains that this genome-wide sequencing method can detect microscopic cancer signs that imaging misses, potentially predicting which patients will benefit most from treatment. When ctDNA levels decrease or disappear, it indicates treatment effectiveness; persistence suggests the need for alternative approaches.

What This Means for Affected Families

While this Phase II trial wasn't designed to measure clinical efficacy definitively, early results show improvements in tumor progression timing and overall survival rates. Dr. Reuss appropriately cautions against premature conclusions while acknowledging these "positive signals" about neoadjuvant immunotherapy's potential value.

This research represents more than statistics—it's progress toward answering fundamental questions about which mesothelioma patients are surgical candidates and how to optimize their treatment sequences. Though further validation is required before these methods become standard practice, this study opens crucial "windows of opportunity" for developing better therapies.

For families navigating mesothelioma's challenges, this research offers tangible hope grounded in scientific advancement. Every step forward in understanding and treating this aggressive cancer brings us closer to better outcomes for those affected by asbestos exposure.

A complete guide to mesothelioma treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, top doctors, and top cancer centers.

09/08/2025

Silicosis is making a comeback among engineered countertop workers. These countertops have more crystalline silica than natural ones, exposing workers to harmful dust. A study near L.A. found 55 cases among workers, all male and Hispanic, with an average age of 43 and 18 years of exposure. Shortness of breath and cough are common symptoms.

A growing number of engineered stone countertop workers are developing silicosis, a lung disease linked to high silica dust exposure.

09/05/2025

A federal rule to limit coal miners' exposure to dangerous silica dust is delayed again, now until at least October, after a court update. Initially set for April 2025, its implementation faced pushback due to costs and administrative changes. Silica dust is a major cause of black lung disease among miners.

A federal rule to limit coal miners’ exposure to dangerous silica dust is expected to be further postponed.