What is Mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that generally affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart, or the surrounding tissues. It is generally accepted that mesothelioma is only caused by asbestos fibers. The lungs and other internal organs are protected by a...
Corrosives are defined as substances that attack and chemically destroy exposed body tissue on contact, inhalation, or ingestion. Corrosives, or sometimes referred to as caustics, exist in our everyday lives, in our homes, and in our workplaces (industrial and non-industrial). Safety around these types of...
Long term chemical exposure poses a threat to millions of workers across many different occupations around the country. In fact, according to the CDC, an estimated 13 million people are at risk for illness caused by long or short-term, negligent chemical exposure. In the past...
Many people think that asbestos is banned, however, many products that contain asbestos are still imported into the United States. In 1989, there was a ban on asbestos implemented by the Environmental Protection Agency. Although the court can ban new uses of the material, there...
Attorneys for Spinal Cord Injuries Roughly 12,500 people survive spinal cord injuries each year. Although these spinal cord injuries are preventable, most people don’t learn much about these injuries until they are injured or must care for an injured loved one. Knowing the causes of...
After an amputation, you need an attorney. Some amputations are the result of serious diseases, such as diabetes. In many cases, limbs are lost because of accidents. When this occurs, it is known as “traumatic amputation.” In the American Journal of Surgery, the main cause...
Baggett McCall, a leading plaintiff’s personal injury firm in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has hired two specialists in accident investigation who will work with current and potential clients to investigate and develop cases for litigation. Al Allemond comes to Baggett McCall after retiring from the Calcasieu...
It’s the end of the year and a time for us to reflect back on 2017. Here at Baggett McCall, we cherish all of the memories that we have made here in Lake Charles and beyond. As we approach the New Year, let’s take a...
Life is already tough enough for those that suffer from hearing loss, but a recent study shows how difficult it is in another area of the body: the brain. In 2015, The University of Colorado’s Department of Speech Language and Hearing Science looked at neuroplasty...
There’s a common problem in Louisiana that nobody wants to talk about: black mold. Black mold is toxic and is usually found in areas that are damp and prone to flooding. The most common black mold symptoms and health effects are associated with a respiratory...
