There are many issues involved with an asbestos lawsuit that can make it complicated, linked to how the person came into contact with the asbestos as well as a whole range of other issues.
A recent asbestos mesothelioma lawsuit ruling by a California appeals court has upheld an original jury verdict of $2,072,164 for a plaintiff claiming to have been exposed to asbestos while working with automotive brake parts manufactured by the defendant Pneumo Abex LLC (Abex).
Brake components and especially the brake linings have historically been linked to asbestos exposure as asbestos was used to make them given its ability to dissipate heat.
The original jury verdict was appealed by Abex saying that they were prejudiced during the original trial but the appeal court stood by the original ruling stating that there was substantial evidence showing that James. A Lovelace had been exposed to brake dust from the process of sanding and grinding brakes made by Abex and alleged to have contained asbestos.
James A. Lovelace died from pleural mesothelioma shortly after the original jury award was announced, and his son Michael succeeded his father in the appeal lawsuit.
If you or someone you know is suffering from an asbestos related disease, such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, or lung cancer, contact the Law Office of Brayton Purcell, LLP at (800) 598-0314 immediately, or contact us online for a free consultation. You may be entitled to an asbestos payout as part of an individual or class action lawsuit.
