On March 23, a California jury ordered Bill Cosby to pay $59.25 Million to a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her in 1972.…
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Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month 2026
In 2006, a group of parents of children with cerebral palsy recognized the need for greater public awareness and understanding of CP. This led the…
Vanderbilt Minerals Declares Bankruptcy Over Asbestos Lawsuits
In February 2026, Vanderbilt Minerals LLC filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing the growing financial burden of asbestos litigation tied to the company's talc…
What Is Asbestos Poisoning?
Asbestos poisoning can refer to many illnesses that are caused by exposure to asbestos, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and more. Asbestos is a mineral…
Raising Awareness on Rare Disease Day 2026
On February 28, more than 100 countries will celebrate the 19th annual Rare Diseases Day 2026, a time to raise awareness for the over 300…
Can AI Help with Mesothelioma? New AI Cancer Detection & Treatment Options
Researchers are studying how the use of artificial intelligence (AI) could help more effectively diagnose and treat mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer caused by…
$7.25 Billion Bayer Roundup® Settlement Reached
On February 17, 2026, Bayer announced a proposed $7.25 Billion Roundup® settlement to resolve thousands of lawsuits claiming the company’s weed killer caused non-Hodgkin lymphoma,…
Black History Month: 6 Black Legal Trailblazers You Should Know
February is Black History Month, a federally recognized observance of the contributions of African Americans throughout American history. It's a time to celebrate and shine…
February Is National Cancer Prevention Month 2026
Each February, National Cancer Prevention Month 2026 brings awareness to the avoidable causes of cancer and what people can do to live healthier, happier, safer,…
