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Rachel Sasser

Rachel Sasser - author

Rachel Sasser is a North Carolina-based attorney specializing in asbestos litigation and health-related news. With a law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a strong background in history, Rachel brings global insights into asbestos regulation and mesothelioma care, advocating for stronger policies based on international practices.

Mesothelioma Lawsuit Discovery Process

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When an asbestos exposure lawsuit is filed, the defending party has a limited amount of time to respond to the lawsuit. This is typically 30 days after the service of the process and will vary by state and local laws. Once the lawsuit is answered, the case has a set period in...
Talc and Asbestos

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Talc, also known as talcum powder, is commonly found in American homes. Most people don’t think much about it, especially if they use it every day. It’s a mineral that’s been used for over 100 years in baby and body powder as well as other uses. Talc’s unique properties make it...
$39M Awarded In Mesothelioma Case Tied to Medical Contaminated Talc
$39M Awarded In Mesothelioma Case Tied to Medical Contaminated Talc

Rachel Sasser
3 mins read - September 18, 2024

A jury awarded over $39 million to a Utah couple in a landmark mesothelioma case involving the use of asbestos-contaminated talc in a surgical procedure. The plaintiffs, Bryce and...

News

What The J&J $63.4M Talc Lung Cancer Verdict Means for You
What The J&J $63.4M Talc Lung Cancer Verdict Means for You

Rachel Sasser
3 mins read - August 16, 2024

Alert: This Groundbreaking Verdict Paves the Way for Significant Future Compensation The $63.4 million talc lung cancer verdict against Johnson & Johnson is a great...

Awareness

EPA Seeks Public Input for Asbestos Risk Evaluation
EPA Seeks Public Input for Asbestos Risk Evaluation

Rachel Sasser
2 mins read - August 3, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on Thursday a call for public feedback on important technical details for a revised asbestos risk assessment. This...

Awareness

New Jersey appeals court ruling could revive 1,000 talc lawsuits
New Jersey appeals court ruling could revive 1,000 talc lawsuits

Rachel Sasser
2 mins read - August 13, 2020

A recent New Jersey appeals court ruling to revive two lawsuits that alleged talc in Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder causing ovarian cancer could lead to the reinstatement of...

Settlements

Chemical company, law firm settle lawsuit over asbestos in talc products
Chemical company, law firm settle lawsuit over asbestos in talc products

Rachel Sasser
2 mins read - July 31, 2020

Thousands of people who sued the world’s biggest largest chemical maker over asbestos in talc products could be compensated following a $72.5 million federal court...

Settlements

Cancer-Causing Asbestos Found in Children’s Eye Shadow
Cancer-Causing Asbestos Found in Children’s Eye Shadow

Rachel Sasser
3 mins read - February 5, 2020

When it comes to the cancer-causing asbestos, many people think of the removal of asbestos-based products in building renovations. Little do some parents know, they bought toy...

Awareness

FDA Holds First Public Hearings on Talc-Asbestos Link
FDA Holds First Public Hearings on Talc-Asbestos Link

Rachel Sasser
3 mins read - February 4, 2020

The FDA is holding a hearing today to examine asbestos testing for talc powders and cosmetics. These hearings are the first time in almost 50 years the FDA has held such a...

Legislation

FDA to announce new recommendations for testing Talc for Asbestos
FDA to announce new recommendations for testing Talc for Asbestos

Rachel Sasser
2 mins read - January 29, 2020

Johnson & Johnson has been the name behind the well-known baby power since 1894. Over the years, their successful growth has resulted in the company’s net worth of over 360...

Legislation

How Your Occupation Can Put You At Risk for Asbestos Exposure
How Your Occupation Can Put You At Risk for Asbestos Exposure

Rachel Sasser
5 mins read - September 16, 2019

The effects of asbestos exposure continue to this day despite the diminished use of the fibrous mineral. While it can be easy to assume that the majority of those exposed to...

Awareness

Inadequate New EPA Rule Far From Complete Asbestos Ban
Inadequate New EPA Rule Far From Complete Asbestos Ban

Rachel Sasser
4 mins read - June 23, 2019

After receiving a harsh wave of criticism on significant new use rule (SNUR) last summer, US Environmental Protection Agency- EPA has issued a final rule last week on April 17,...

Awareness

J & J Knew of Carcinogenic Asbestos in its Baby Powder for Decades
J & J Knew of Carcinogenic Asbestos in its Baby Powder for Decades

Rachel Sasser
5 mins read - June 21, 2019

The detailed investigatory report revealed that Johnson & Johnson, famous for its baby powder, was aware of the fact that their staple talc products were contaminated with a...

Awareness

Advanced Radiotherapy Doubles Survival Time of Mesothelioma Patients
Advanced Radiotherapy Doubles Survival Time of Mesothelioma Patients

Rachel Sasser
5 mins read - June 20, 2019

According to Italian research, an aggressive dose of advanced radiotherapy (radical Hemi-thoracic radiotherapy) can double the survival time of malignant pleural mesothelioma...

Treatment

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