Biphasic mesothelioma is a subtype of malignant mesothelioma that contains a mixture of two different cancer cell types. It is less common than epithelioid mesothelioma but more common than purely sarcomatoid mesothelioma. Because biphasic mesothelioma combines features of both cell types, its behaviour, treatment response, and prognosis fall somewhere between the two. For patients and families, a diagnosis of biphasic …

Epithelioid mesothelioma is the most common and generally the most treatable form of mesothelioma. It is a subtype of malignant mesothelioma, a cancer caused almost exclusively by asbestos exposure. For patients and families, learning that a diagnosis involves the epithelioid cell type often raises questions about prognosis, treatment options, and what this classification actually means in practical terms. Mesothelioma develops …

Mesothelioma symptoms are often subtle at first and can take decades to appear after asbestos exposure. This long latency period is one of the main reasons mesothelioma is frequently diagnosed at an advanced stage. Understanding the early warning signs, how symptoms progress, and how they differ by type of mesothelioma can help patients and families seek medical attention sooner and …

Understanding Asbestos Exposure Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral once widely used across Canada in construction, shipbuilding, mining, and manufacturing. It was valued for its strength, insulation properties, and resistance to fire. For decades, asbestos could be found in insulation, flooring, ceiling tiles, brake pads, and countless other products. Unfortunately, exposure to asbestos fibres is now known to cause severe …

Understanding Mesothelioma in Ontario Mesothelioma is a rare but aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. For much of the twentieth century, asbestos was widely used across Ontario in industries such as construction, mining, shipbuilding, and manufacturing. Although asbestos use has since been banned, its effects continue to harm workers and families decades later. The disease often develops 20 to …

Why Myths About Mesothelioma Claims Exist Mesothelioma is a rare but devastating cancer caused almost exclusively by asbestos exposure. In Canada, thousands of workers in industries such as construction, mining, shipbuilding, and manufacturing were exposed to asbestos, often without warning about its dangers. Today, victims and families can pursue compensation through lawsuits, asbestos trust funds, or workers’ compensation systems. However, …

Understanding Contingency Fees in Legal Cases When families face a mesothelioma diagnosis, they often deal with emotional stress and financial pressure. Many patients stop working after diagnosis, and household income can drop quickly. The idea of hiring a lawyer may feel out of reach during such a difficult time. That’s why many mesothelioma lawyers in Canada, including Miskin Law, work …

Understanding Mesothelioma and Its Impact Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. For much of the twentieth century, asbestos was widely used across Canada in industries such as shipbuilding, mining, construction, and manufacturing. Although asbestos has now been banned, thousands of Canadians were exposed decades ago and only recently began to experience the devastating effects. …

Why Mesothelioma Lawsuits Are Necessary Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused almost entirely by asbestos exposure. For decades, asbestos was used in construction, shipbuilding, mining, and manufacturing across Canada. Many Canadians were exposed without proper warning. Because symptoms can take 20 to 50 years to appear, people diagnosed with mesothelioma are often unsure when or where the exposure …

How to Prove Asbestos Exposure for a Mesothelioma Claim: Understanding the Link Between Asbestos and Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer that is caused almost exclusively by exposure to asbestos. For much of the twentieth century, asbestos was widely used in Canada across industries such as construction, mining, shipbuilding, and manufacturing. Its heat-resistant and insulating properties made it …