Have You Been Diagnosed with Mesothelioma?

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Mesothelioma is a serious, and often fatal cancer caused only by exposure to asbestos fibers. Exposure to asbestos can also cause additional asbestos-related diseases such as asbestosis and lung cancer. Lipsitz & Ponterio, LLC is based in Buffalo, NY, and a major portion of our practice is dedicated to representing victims of asbestos-related diseases including those who suffer from mesothelioma.  Our clients are located throughout the county and have a history of asbestos exposure at New York State jobsites including those based in Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany and Utica.  Our detailed knowledge of asbestos-contaminated worksites throughout the State of New York, including Niagara Mohawk (Dunkirk and Huntley Stations), Durez Plastics in North Tonawanda, Bethlehem Steel in Lackawanna, Rochester Gas & Electric and Kodak Park in Rochester, makes our Firm the leader in mesothelioma litigation in Upstate New York. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.

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New York Times Article - Ex-Grace Officials on Trial in Asbestos Poisoning

Feb-19-2009 — LIBBY, Mont. — A reckoning in one of American history’s worst industrial disasters, which unfolded here over seven decades as an asbestos-tainted mineral was dug from the ground and processed, begins Thursday when five former mine executives go to trial on federal criminal charges.

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Cases & Verdicts Family of Schenectady Licensed Contractor Receives $2.58 Million Settlement for Mesothelioma (Apr-29-2009) 48 Year Old Automotive & Truck Mechanic Receives $3.5 Million Award (Apr-23-2009) Millwright Once Employed at Kodak Receives $2 Million Dollar Settlement (Dec-18-2008)