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Asbestos Litigation Defense
The defense of companies against asbestos litigation requires a thorough analysis of a plaintiff's history of work as well as medical records and evidence. We typically use a bare metal defense, which focuses on proving that your company didn't manufacture, sell, or distribute asbestos-containing products at issue in the claimant's lawsuit.
Asbestos cases are unique and require a determined strategy to achieve success. We are local, regional and national counsel.
Statute of Limitations
The majority of lawsuits have to be filed within a specific time frame, also known as the statute of limitations. In asbestos cases the deadline to file a lawsuit is anywhere between one and six years after a victim is diagnosed with an asbestos-related condition. For the defense, it is important to prove that the alleged injury or death did occur prior to this deadline. In most cases, this involves reviewing the entirety of the plaintiff's work history, which includes interviews with former colleagues and the careful review of Social Security, union, tax and other records.
The process of defending an asbestos case involves many complicated issues. For example, asbestos victims are more likely to develop a less serious illness like asbestosis prior to being diagnosed with a fatal disease like mesothelioma. In these instances the attorney representing the defense will argue that the limitation period should start when the victim realized or ought to have known that asbestos exposure caused their illness.
The complex nature of these cases is complicated by the fact that the time limit for filing a lawsuit may differ from state to state. In these cases an experienced mesothelioma lawyer will attempt to bring the case to the state in which the majority of the exposure alleged to have taken place. This can be a challenging task as asbestos lawsuit patients frequently moved around the country in search of employment, and the alleged exposure may have taken place in multiple states.
The process of establishing the facts can be a challenge in asbestos litigation. In contrast to other personal injury cases, which often have only a handful of defendants, asbestos-related litigation typically involves dozens or more defendants. It can be difficult to get significant information when there are multiple defendants and the plaintiff's claim extends over a long period of time.
The McGivney, Kluger, Clark & Intoccia Team has years of experience as National Coordinating Counsel for multi-district asbestos litigation that spans multiple jurisdictions. We work closely with regional and local counsel to develop strategies for litigation and manage local counsel and ensure consistent and cost-effective results that align with the goals of our clients. We regularly appear before coordinating and trial judges, as well as litigation special masters, across the nation.
Bare Metal Defense
In the past, makers of boilers, turbines pumps and valves have defended themselves from asbestos lawsuits (click through the next site) using what is referred to as "bare metal" doctrine or the component part doctrine. This defense states that a company is not responsible for asbestos-related injury caused by replacement parts they did not install or manufacture.
In the case Devries v. Tennessee Eastman Chemical, an Tennessee Eastman Chemical plant employee filed a lawsuit against several equipment makers over his mesothelioma. The job of the plaintiff involved the removal and replacement of steam traps, insulation and gaskets on equipment such as pumps, valves and steam traps (Equipment defendants). He claimed asbestos exposure occurred during his time at the plant, and was diagnosed with mesothelioma a few years later.
The Supreme Court's Devries decision has changed the nature of asbestos litigation and may influence the way that courts in other jurisdictions tackle the issue of third-party parts that manufacturers incorporate into their equipment. The Court declared that the application of the bare metal defense is "cabined" in maritime law, but left open the possibility that other federal circuits to apply this doctrine to cases that are not maritime.
This was the first time a federal appellate court applied the bare-metal defense in an asbestos case, and it is a significant departure from the traditional product liability laws. The majority of courts have interpreted "bare metal" as a rejection of the obligation of a manufacturer to warn about harms caused by replacement parts it did not manufacture or sell.
The McGivney, Kluger, Clark & Intoccia Team is regularly serving as National Coordinating Counsel in multi-jurisdictional asbestos lawsuits that affect the entire industry. We assist our clients in developing strategies for litigation, manage local and regional counsel, and provide an effective, cost-effective and consistent defense in coordination with their goals. Our lawyers present at conferences for industry professionals on the most important issues that affect asbestos litigation. Our firm's experience includes representing clients across the nation and working closely with the coordinating judges and trial courts as well as litigation special masters. Our unique approach has proven to be successful in reducing exposure and legal spend for our clients.
Expert Witnesses
A person who has specialized knowledge, skills or experience is an expert witness. They provide independent assistance to a judge by offering an impartial opinion on issues within their expertise. He should be able to clearly express his opinion and the evidence or assumptions that he is basing it on. He should not ignore any factors that could affect his conclusions.
In the event that asbestos exposure is claimed medical experts may be required to assess the claimant's condition and identify any causal links between the condition and the identified source of exposure. Many of the ailments associated with asbestos are complex and require the expertise of experts. This can include nurses and doctors as well as toxicologists, pharmacists occupational health specialists, epidemiologists and pharmacists.
In the event of a prosecution or defence the role of an expert is to provide objective technical assistance. He should not assume the position of advocate, nor should he seek to influence or convince the jury to support his client. The duty to the court overrides his duties to his client. He should not attempt to promote an argument or seek evidence to back it.
The expert should collaborate with the other experts to eliminate any issues that are peripheral and narrow down any technical issues. The expert should also collaborate with those who are instructing him to pinpoint areas of agreement and disagreement for the joint declaration of expert ordered by the court.
At the conclusion of his chief examination the expert must present his conclusions and the reasons for them in a clear and understandable way. He is expected to be able to respond questions from the prosecution or the judge and should be willing to discuss any issues that are raised during cross-examination.
Cetrulo LLP is well versed in protecting clients in complex, multi-party, multi-jurisdictional asbestos attorney litigation. Our lawyers can manage and counsel regional and national defense counsel as along with local regional, expert witnesses and experts. Our team is regularly in front of the coordinating judges, trial judges, and special masters of asbestos litigation throughout the country.
Medical Experts
Expert witnesses are crucial in cases involving asbestos-related injuries due to the latency between exposure to asbestos and initial symptoms. Asbestos cases frequently involve complex theories of injury that can span decades and involve hundreds or even dozens of defendants. It is nearly impossible for a plaintiff to prove their case without the assistance of experts.
Medical and other scientific experts are required to determine the extent of a claimant's exposure, evaluate their medical conditions and offer insight into possible health issues that could arise in the future. These experts are crucial to any case and must be thoroughly examined and educated in the field they are working in. The more experience a medical or scientific expert has the more persuasive they will be.
In a majority of asbestos cases, an expert in medicine or a scientist is required to examine the records of the claimant and conduct an examination. These experts can testify as to whether exposure to asbestos was sufficient to cause a specific medical condition like mesothelioma, lung cancer, or any other form of scarring in the lungs and respiratory tract (e.g. the pleural plaques).
Other experts, such as industrial hygienists might also be needed to assist in determining the existence of asbestos-related exposure levels. They can employ advanced analytical and sampling methods to determine the amount of asbestos in the air in a home or workplace to legal exposure standards.
They can be valuable in defending companies who manufacture or distribute asbestos-related products. They often are able to demonstrate that plaintiffs' exposure levels were below the legal limits and that there was no evidence of negligence on the part of the employer or manufacturer liability for the product.
Other experts who may be involved in these cases include occupational and environmental experts. They can provide insight into the safety guidelines which are in place at a particular workplace or business and how they connect to asbestos manufacturers' liability. For instance, these experts can establish that the materials disturbed during a remodel project are more likely to contain asbestos, or shaking out clothing contaminated with asbestos can cause asbestos fibers to release and become inhaled.
The defense of companies against asbestos litigation requires a thorough analysis of a plaintiff's history of work as well as medical records and evidence. We typically use a bare metal defense, which focuses on proving that your company didn't manufacture, sell, or distribute asbestos-containing products at issue in the claimant's lawsuit.
Asbestos cases are unique and require a determined strategy to achieve success. We are local, regional and national counsel.
Statute of Limitations
The majority of lawsuits have to be filed within a specific time frame, also known as the statute of limitations. In asbestos cases the deadline to file a lawsuit is anywhere between one and six years after a victim is diagnosed with an asbestos-related condition. For the defense, it is important to prove that the alleged injury or death did occur prior to this deadline. In most cases, this involves reviewing the entirety of the plaintiff's work history, which includes interviews with former colleagues and the careful review of Social Security, union, tax and other records.
The process of defending an asbestos case involves many complicated issues. For example, asbestos victims are more likely to develop a less serious illness like asbestosis prior to being diagnosed with a fatal disease like mesothelioma. In these instances the attorney representing the defense will argue that the limitation period should start when the victim realized or ought to have known that asbestos exposure caused their illness.
The complex nature of these cases is complicated by the fact that the time limit for filing a lawsuit may differ from state to state. In these cases an experienced mesothelioma lawyer will attempt to bring the case to the state in which the majority of the exposure alleged to have taken place. This can be a challenging task as asbestos lawsuit patients frequently moved around the country in search of employment, and the alleged exposure may have taken place in multiple states.
The process of establishing the facts can be a challenge in asbestos litigation. In contrast to other personal injury cases, which often have only a handful of defendants, asbestos-related litigation typically involves dozens or more defendants. It can be difficult to get significant information when there are multiple defendants and the plaintiff's claim extends over a long period of time.
The McGivney, Kluger, Clark & Intoccia Team has years of experience as National Coordinating Counsel for multi-district asbestos litigation that spans multiple jurisdictions. We work closely with regional and local counsel to develop strategies for litigation and manage local counsel and ensure consistent and cost-effective results that align with the goals of our clients. We regularly appear before coordinating and trial judges, as well as litigation special masters, across the nation.
Bare Metal Defense
In the past, makers of boilers, turbines pumps and valves have defended themselves from asbestos lawsuits (click through the next site) using what is referred to as "bare metal" doctrine or the component part doctrine. This defense states that a company is not responsible for asbestos-related injury caused by replacement parts they did not install or manufacture.
In the case Devries v. Tennessee Eastman Chemical, an Tennessee Eastman Chemical plant employee filed a lawsuit against several equipment makers over his mesothelioma. The job of the plaintiff involved the removal and replacement of steam traps, insulation and gaskets on equipment such as pumps, valves and steam traps (Equipment defendants). He claimed asbestos exposure occurred during his time at the plant, and was diagnosed with mesothelioma a few years later.
The Supreme Court's Devries decision has changed the nature of asbestos litigation and may influence the way that courts in other jurisdictions tackle the issue of third-party parts that manufacturers incorporate into their equipment. The Court declared that the application of the bare metal defense is "cabined" in maritime law, but left open the possibility that other federal circuits to apply this doctrine to cases that are not maritime.
This was the first time a federal appellate court applied the bare-metal defense in an asbestos case, and it is a significant departure from the traditional product liability laws. The majority of courts have interpreted "bare metal" as a rejection of the obligation of a manufacturer to warn about harms caused by replacement parts it did not manufacture or sell.
The McGivney, Kluger, Clark & Intoccia Team is regularly serving as National Coordinating Counsel in multi-jurisdictional asbestos lawsuits that affect the entire industry. We assist our clients in developing strategies for litigation, manage local and regional counsel, and provide an effective, cost-effective and consistent defense in coordination with their goals. Our lawyers present at conferences for industry professionals on the most important issues that affect asbestos litigation. Our firm's experience includes representing clients across the nation and working closely with the coordinating judges and trial courts as well as litigation special masters. Our unique approach has proven to be successful in reducing exposure and legal spend for our clients.
Expert Witnesses
A person who has specialized knowledge, skills or experience is an expert witness. They provide independent assistance to a judge by offering an impartial opinion on issues within their expertise. He should be able to clearly express his opinion and the evidence or assumptions that he is basing it on. He should not ignore any factors that could affect his conclusions.
In the event that asbestos exposure is claimed medical experts may be required to assess the claimant's condition and identify any causal links between the condition and the identified source of exposure. Many of the ailments associated with asbestos are complex and require the expertise of experts. This can include nurses and doctors as well as toxicologists, pharmacists occupational health specialists, epidemiologists and pharmacists.
In the event of a prosecution or defence the role of an expert is to provide objective technical assistance. He should not assume the position of advocate, nor should he seek to influence or convince the jury to support his client. The duty to the court overrides his duties to his client. He should not attempt to promote an argument or seek evidence to back it.
The expert should collaborate with the other experts to eliminate any issues that are peripheral and narrow down any technical issues. The expert should also collaborate with those who are instructing him to pinpoint areas of agreement and disagreement for the joint declaration of expert ordered by the court.
At the conclusion of his chief examination the expert must present his conclusions and the reasons for them in a clear and understandable way. He is expected to be able to respond questions from the prosecution or the judge and should be willing to discuss any issues that are raised during cross-examination.
Cetrulo LLP is well versed in protecting clients in complex, multi-party, multi-jurisdictional asbestos attorney litigation. Our lawyers can manage and counsel regional and national defense counsel as along with local regional, expert witnesses and experts. Our team is regularly in front of the coordinating judges, trial judges, and special masters of asbestos litigation throughout the country.
Medical Experts
Expert witnesses are crucial in cases involving asbestos-related injuries due to the latency between exposure to asbestos and initial symptoms. Asbestos cases frequently involve complex theories of injury that can span decades and involve hundreds or even dozens of defendants. It is nearly impossible for a plaintiff to prove their case without the assistance of experts.
Medical and other scientific experts are required to determine the extent of a claimant's exposure, evaluate their medical conditions and offer insight into possible health issues that could arise in the future. These experts are crucial to any case and must be thoroughly examined and educated in the field they are working in. The more experience a medical or scientific expert has the more persuasive they will be.
In a majority of asbestos cases, an expert in medicine or a scientist is required to examine the records of the claimant and conduct an examination. These experts can testify as to whether exposure to asbestos was sufficient to cause a specific medical condition like mesothelioma, lung cancer, or any other form of scarring in the lungs and respiratory tract (e.g. the pleural plaques).
Other experts, such as industrial hygienists might also be needed to assist in determining the existence of asbestos-related exposure levels. They can employ advanced analytical and sampling methods to determine the amount of asbestos in the air in a home or workplace to legal exposure standards.
They can be valuable in defending companies who manufacture or distribute asbestos-related products. They often are able to demonstrate that plaintiffs' exposure levels were below the legal limits and that there was no evidence of negligence on the part of the employer or manufacturer liability for the product.
Other experts who may be involved in these cases include occupational and environmental experts. They can provide insight into the safety guidelines which are in place at a particular workplace or business and how they connect to asbestos manufacturers' liability. For instance, these experts can establish that the materials disturbed during a remodel project are more likely to contain asbestos, or shaking out clothing contaminated with asbestos can cause asbestos fibers to release and become inhaled.
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