Approved Medical Sources
All medical statements on this website trace to the following authoritative sources:
- National Cancer Institute (NCI) — Cancer statistics, treatment overviews, clinical trial data
- American Cancer Society (ACS) — Cancer facts, survival rates, patient resources
- Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) — Cancer incidence, survival, prevalence data
- World Health Organization (WHO) and International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) — Global cancer data, carcinogen classification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) — Workplace exposure limits and safety standards
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) — Occupational disease research and exposure data
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) — Asbestos regulations and ban status
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — Drug approvals and treatment indications
- Peer-reviewed medical journals — New England Journal of Medicine, JAMA, The Lancet, Journal of Thoracic Oncology, Lung Cancer
Approved Legal Sources
All legal statements on this website are verified against:
- State bar association rules and advertising guidelines
- Current state and federal statutes including statutes of limitations
- Court records and published case law
- Asbestos bankruptcy trust fund public filings and distribution procedures
- VA regulations and published benefit guidelines
Content Review Process
- Initial research and drafting. Content begins with research from approved sources. Draft content includes source citations for every factual claim.
- Legal review. Experienced mesothelioma attorneys review all legal claims for accuracy and compliance with state bar advertising rules.
- Medical verification. Medical claims are verified against current authoritative sources before publication.
- Fact-checking. Every statistic, study citation, and factual claim is independently verified.
- Publication. Content is published only after passing all verification stages.
- Ongoing monitoring. Content is reviewed quarterly for accuracy and updated when new research, laws, or treatment options emerge.
Update Cadence
Because mesothelioma medical research, legal regulations, and treatment options evolve, we commit to:
- Quarterly content review — Every page is reviewed at least every 90 days for currency and accuracy
- Immediate updates for major changes — New FDA treatment approvals, major court rulings, or regulatory changes trigger immediate content updates
- Annual comprehensive review — All content receives a full review annually
- Dated revisions — Significant content changes are dated to show when information was last updated
What We Do NOT Do
- We do not guarantee specific case outcomes or compensation amounts
- We do not cite non-peer-reviewed sources as primary medical authorities
- We do not make claims that cannot be traced to authoritative sources
- We do not use fear-based or exploitative messaging
- We do not present legal strategy in ways that could mislead readers
Mandatory Disclaimers
Consistent with state bar advertising rules, we include the following disclaimers where applicable:
- Past results: "Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique, and the value of your case depends on the specific facts and circumstances involved."
- Attorney advertising: This website constitutes attorney advertising.
- Free consultation: A free consultation does not establish an attorney-client relationship.
- Medical information: Content on this website is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Patients should consult qualified healthcare providers for medical decisions.
Reporting Errors
If you identify any factual error, outdated information, or unclear content on this website, please contact us. We take accuracy seriously and will review and correct errors promptly.
Our Commitment
Mesothelioma patients and families are making decisions during one of the hardest times of their lives. They deserve accurate, current, honest information. Our editorial standards exist to ensure we meet that obligation — not because regulations require it, but because it is the right way to serve the people who trust us.