On April 11, 2007, Robert Hatten of Patten, Wornom, Hatten & Diamonstein recovered $9.25 million on behalf of a former Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock machinist who passed away from mesothelioma in 2006. The mesothelioma victim was exposed to asbestos during the 1960s, when he worked to install asbestos packing and gaskets in ships’ engine rooms.
Mesothelioma is a rare, but serious, form of cancer which is primarily caused by
asbestos exposure. It can develop in the lining of the lungs, abdomen or sac surrounding the heart. Depending on the location of the cancer, the disease can present a variety of symptoms including chest pain, shortness of breath and abdominal pain. Although the prognosis for mesothelioma patients is typically poor, new treatments are being tested and developed to increase the life expectancy of these individuals.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may be able to file an
asbestos cancer lawsuit to recover compensation for damages. Visit http://www.asbestosclaims.org to learn more about your legal rights and to receive a free case evaluation. The
Virginia mesothelioma attorneys working with AsbestosClaims.org are offering this online case review at no cost and remain dedicated to protecting the rights of mesothelioma patients and their loved ones.
About Patten, Wornom, Hatten & Diamonstein
During the past 30 years, Patten, Wornom, Hatten, & Diamonstein has become renowned for their pioneering work in asbestos litigation. Founded by Neal J. Patten and Leake Wornom, Jr. in 1954, the firm has dedicated the majority of its practice to representing asbestos victims and their families. Visit http://www.asbestosclaims.org for a free legal consultation and information about your rights.
