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Christopher M. Placitella

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Asbestos Exposure in Pennsylvania Sheet Metal Workers: What Families Need to Know
Introduction: Why Pennsylvania Sheet Metal Workers Are at Risk Pennsylvania’s steel mills, shipyards, power plants, and schools employed...
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Aug 292 min read
Asbestos Exposure in New Jersey Sheet Metal Workers: What Families Need to Know
New Jersey’s shipyards, refineries, power plants, and construction sites relied heavily on the skill of sheet metal workers. Unfortunately,
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Aug 272 min read
Where Sheet Metal Workers Encountered Asbestos
Learn how sheet metal workers were exposed to asbestos, health risks, and legal options for compensation. Free case evaluation available.
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Aug 252 min read
Talcum Powder and Ovarian Cancer: What Every Patient Needs to Know (and How to Seek Justice)
Introduction For decades, women across the U.S. used talcum powder as part of their daily routine — often trusting brands like Johnson &...
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Aug 194 min read


Veterans & Mesothelioma – Legal Options and VA Benefits
Legal Rights for Veterans
While you cannot sue the U.S. military, you can file lawsuits against the private companies that manufactured asb
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Aug 171 min read
Average Mesothelioma Settlements and Verdicts – What to Expect in 2025
A mesothelioma diagnosis is life-changing, not just emotionally and physically but financially. Understanding potential compensation can hel
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Aug 161 min read
Mesothelioma Symptoms – Early Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
When it comes to mesothelioma, early detection can save lives. Unfortunately, the symptoms of this rare cancer are often subtle at first and
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Aug 151 min read


“What Is Mesothelioma? A Simple, Compassionate Guide”
This guide is designed to explain what mesothelioma is in clear, compassionate language — so you can better understand your options and feel
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Aug 133 min read


When and How to Protect Yourself From Asbestos Exposure to Avoid Mesothelioma
What to do if you think yo are at risk for asbesasbess disease
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Aug 123 min read


How Legal Fees Work in Asbestos Lawsuits: What You Need to Know
Asbestos, once prized for its heat resistance and durability, has left a lasting and dangerous legacy. Prolonged exposure can cause...
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Aug 112 min read
NJ Supreme Court: False Light Claims Have the Same One-Year Deadline as Defamation
On August 7, 2025, the New Jersey Supreme Court unanimously ruled that lawsuits for false light invasion of privacy must be filed within...
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Aug 82 min read


Copy of Third Circuit Revives Sig Sauer P320 Injury Lawsuit Despite Expert Testimony Exclusion
Background: Federal Agent Sues Over Accidental Discharge of Sig Sauer P320 In Slatowski v. Sig Sauer, Inc., the U.S. Court of Appeals for...
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Aug 63 min read


Federal Court Ruling Frustrates Johnson & Johnson’s Talc Escape Plan: Texas Two-Step Fails for the Final Time
In a major win for thousands of cancer victims and their families, a federal court has ruled that Johnson & Johnson (J&J) cannot reshuffle c
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Aug 63 min read


First Talcum Powder Ovarian Cancer Trial Scheduled in Federal MDL
The first trial in the massive talcum powder ovarian cancer lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson is officially moving forward. A new court...
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Aug 42 min read


Federal Court Clears Trafficking and Abuse Claims Against LDS Church to Proceed
In a landmark ruling issued August 4, 2025, a federal judge in the Northern District of New York allowed key sex trafficking and abuse...
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Aug 43 min read


The Battle Over Bankruptcy Abuse Is Heating Up: How the Fourth Circuit Let Georgia-Pacific Off the Hook—and Why the Supreme Court May Soon Step In
If you want a case study in how American corporations are gaming the legal system to avoid accountability, look no further than Bestwall...
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Aug 43 min read


Special Master Rejects Litigation Funding Discovery in J&J Talc MDL: A Win for Plaintiffs’ Privacy and Strategic Autonomy
In a major decision that may shape the future of mass tort litigation, Special Master Joel Schneider has denied Johnson & Johnson’s...
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Jul 282 min read


CAR T-Cell Therapy for Mesothelioma: A Reason for Hope
I have been representing mesothelioma patients for more than 40 years. A client walked into my office recently stating she was cured
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Jul 2630 min read


What to Do After a Mesothelioma Diagnosis: Key Legal Steps to Protect Your Rights
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be devastating—physically, emotionally, and financially. Caused by exposure to asbestos, this aggressive...
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Jul 143 min read


You Thought Vaping Was Safer. Think Again.
https://www.escobarvape.org/ The Toxic Truth About Esco Bar Disposable Vapes If you’re one of the millions of young people who turned to...
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Jun 293 min read
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