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Glioblastoma Radiation Lawsuits

Investigating occupational radiation cancer cases

Glioblastoma is an aggressive brain cancer that may be linked to toxic exposure, radiation, and unsafe workplace conditions. Victims and families can pursue lawsuits against negligent employers or corporations to recover medical costs, lost income, and damages. The Lyon Firm represents clients nationwide in complex glioblastoma and toxic exposure claims.

Glioblastoma is one of the deadliest cancers, and for many families, the financial and emotional toll is overwhelming. If exposure to toxic substances or unsafe conditions played a role in your diagnosis, pursuing legal action can provide compensation and help prevent future harm. The Lyon Firm is committed to guiding families through these difficult cases with compassion and determination.

Ionizing radiation is high-energy radiation, and a cause for concern for radiation exposure in numerous occupational settings. Ionizing radiation contains enough energy to cause brain cancer and other serious health issues with acute or chronic exposure. Glioblastoma patients develop brain tumors after exposure to certain substances or high doses of ionizing radiation directed at the body.

Those in the Nuclear and Aerospace industries, as well as those working or living in Fernald, Ohio face an increased risk of developing certain cancers.

Joe Lyon is a highly-rated Personal Injury Attorney and workplace attorney who has represented individuals nationwide in personal injury claims. If you have been exposed to Ionizing Radiation, and have questions about your legal rights, please contact The Lyon Firm.

Who is at Risk of Developing Glioblastoma Cancer?

Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most common malignant brain tumor in American adults. The cancer is particularly fatal, with a median patient survival of 12 to 15 months. In the United States each year, around 23,000 new diagnoses and 16,000 deaths are reported from brain and other central nervous system cancers.

The risk of developing brain cancer increases with age, and studies show risk increases in certain groups exposed to ionizing radiation. Radiation exposure can occur from ingesting, inhaling, injecting, or absorbing radioactive materials.

Both external and internal sources may compromise the whole body or a portion of the body. Ionizing radiation may affect a person by chronic or acute exposure by means of Radon, medical X-rays, nuclear medicine, and exposure to toxic consumer products.

What Causes Glioblastoma?

The exact cause of glioblastoma is not fully understood, but studies have linked potential contributing factors such as:

  • Radiation exposure: occupational or medical-related overexposure.

  • Toxic chemicals: solvents, pesticides, and petrochemicals.

  • Heavy metals: arsenic, lead, and cadmium.

  • Genetic predisposition: inherited mutations may increase vulnerability.

Understanding Glioblastoma

Glioblastoma is a fast-growing, aggressive type of central nervous system tumor that forms on the supportive tissue of the brain. Glioblastomas may appear in any lobe of the brain, but it develops more commonly in the frontal and temporal lobes. Glioblastoma usually affects adults.

Symptoms of glioblastoma vary depending on the location and size of the tumor, but they may include the following:

  • Persistent headaches
  • Double or blurred vision
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Changes in mood or personality
  • Difficulty in ability to think and learn
  • Memory loss
  • Onset of seizures
  • Muscle weakness
  • Speech difficulty
  • Confusion
  • Difficulty with balance
  • Urinary incontinence

Occupational Radiation Exposure & Brain Cancer

Ionizing radiation sources can be found in a range of work settings. Radiation sources pose a considerable health risk to affected workers if not properly controlled and workers are not protected.

Occupational health hazards associated with ionizing radiation may be present in the following workplaces:

  • Healthcare facilities
  • Semiconductor factories
  • Nuclear weapon production facilities
  • Nuclear reactor facilities (Uranium mills and Fuel preparation plants)
  • Hazardous waste operations
  • Construction sites
  • Military research facilities
  • Pharmaceutical production facilities

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ABOUT THE LYON FIRM

Joseph Lyon has 17 years of experience representing individuals in complex litigation matters. He has represented individuals in every state against many of the largest companies in the world.

The Firm focuses on single-event civil cases and class actions involving corporate neglect & fraud, toxic exposure, product defects & recalls, medical malpractice, and invasion of privacy.

NO COST UNLESS WE WIN

The Firm offers contingency fees, advancing all costs of the litigation, and accepting the full financial risk, allowing our clients full access to the legal system while reducing the financial stress while they focus on their healthcare and financial needs.

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Legal Claims in Glioblastoma Cases

Families affected by glioblastoma are increasingly pursuing lawsuits against employers, manufacturers, or property owners who allowed harmful exposures. These claims often argue:

  • Failure to warn about hazardous materials.

  • Negligent workplace safety standards.

  • Improper handling or disposal of carcinogenic substances.

  • Environmental contamination of water, soil, or air.

Compensation may include:

  • Medical expenses, including specialized treatments.

  • Lost wages and diminished earning capacity.

  • Pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

  • Wrongful death damages for surviving family members.

Some glioblastoma lawsuits have been consolidated in larger toxic exposure litigation, especially cases involving contaminated military bases or industrial sites.

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Questions about Radiation Exposure Cases

Can I file a Radiation Exposure Lawsuit?

If you have been diagnosed with cancer after working in high-radiation-risk areas at your job, you may have a viable case against your employer for failing to properly protect you or warn you of the risks. 

Was my cancer caused by radiation?

Frequent or acute exposure to radiation at the workplace raises your risk of developing glioblastomas or other cancers sometime in the future. If you have any doubt as to whether your cancer was caused by workplace radiation exposure, contact an attorney to investigate your case. 

What are common radiation sources?

Occupational settings with ionizing radiation sources include:

  • Medical and dental offices
  • Hospitals and outpatient treatment centers, including specialty departments in:
    • Radiology 
    • Nuclear medicine.
    • Radiation oncology.
    • Interventional fluoroscopy or radiology.
    • Cardiac angiography.
  • Nuclear power plants
  • Nuclear weapons production facilities.
  • Industrial operations 
  • Research laboratories 
  • Veterinary facilities.
  • Manufacturing settings and construction.
  • Security operations.
  • Air and space travel and transport 
  • Workplaces with high levels of naturally-occurring radioactive materials 
  • Worksites with high levels of technologically enhanced naturally-occurring radioactive material (TENORM), such as uranium and other radioactive elements encountered during hydraulic fracturing
What are common cancers linked to radiation exposure?
  • Leukemia
  • Multiple myeloma
  • Thyroid cancer
  • Bladder cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Lung cancer
  • Ovarian cancer
  • Colon cancer 
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Stomach cancer
  • Liver cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Skin cancers

Why Hire The Lyon Firm

The Lyon Firm aggressively and passionately advocates for injured individuals and families against companies due to toxic workplace exposure to obtain just compensation under the law. 

Pursuing a glioblastoma lawsuit requires deep knowledge of toxic tort law, occupational safety standards, and medical science. The Lyon Firm has decades of experience handling complex cancer-related litigation on behalf of individuals and families across the country.

When you hire The Lyon Firm, you receive:

  • Experienced legal guidance in cancer and toxic exposure lawsuits.

  • Access to leading experts in oncology, neurology, and environmental science.

  • Aggressive advocacy against corporations that prioritize profits over safety.

  • Personalized representation tailored to your family’s unique circumstances.

  • No fees unless we win, as cases are handled on a contingency basis.