Maria Adragna
Legal Assistant
Maria has been with the Serling & Abramson, P.C. Law Firm for over 21 years. She assists in potential client information gathering. She also helps with Medical coordinating, Bankruptcy, and Audits.
In Maria’s spare time she enjoys spending time with family and her kittens.
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Can Smoking Cause Mesothelioma?
Can Smoking Cause Mesothelioma? The dangers of cigarette smoking are well-documented. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 16 million Americans currently live with a smoking-related disease, with smoking and secondhand smoke responsible for over 480,000...
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Asbestos in the Air: A Hidden Threat to Health
Asbestos in the Air: A Hidden Threat to Health The presence of asbestos in buildings, workplaces, and elsewhere in the environment is a hazard waiting to strike. While asbestos in its undisturbed state poses minimal risk, the disturbance of asbestos...
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Should I Get a Lung Cancer Screening?
Should I Get a Lung Cancer Screening? Screening for lung cancer is a vital step for individuals at high risk of developing this life-threatening disease. Lung cancer screening involves testing people before symptoms appear, allowing early detection when treatment is...
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What are My Chances of Getting Lung Cancer from Asbestos?
What are My Chances of Getting Lung Cancer from Asbestos? It’s a grim statistic: Lung cancer is currently the leading cause of cancer death in the United States — deadlier than breast, prostate and colon cancer combined, and responsible for...
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What is an Asbestos Bankruptcy Trust?
What is an Asbestos Bankruptcy Trust? Asbestos exposure has been directly linked to devastating illnesses like mesothelioma and lung cancer. Many companies that manufactured or used asbestos products have been held accountable, leading to significant asbestos litigation. However, instead of...
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How to Know if You Have a Roundup Claim
Do You Have a Roundup Claim? Here’s What You Need to Know If you’ve ever walked through a hardware store or nursery, you’ve probably seen Roundup on the shelves. This popular weed killer has been at the center of numerous...
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Asbestos Exposure on Navy Ships
Understanding Asbestos Exposure on Navy Ships U.S. Navy and the Risk of Asbestos Exposure The brave men and women of the U.S. Navy have long faced the dangers associated with military service, but one of the most insidious and hidden...
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Asbestos Litigation: What You Need to Know
Asbestos Litigation Exposure to asbestos-containing products is linked to severe health risks, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases. Victims of asbestos-related diseases may face life-altering consequences, including significant medical expenses and a need for long-term care. Consequently, many...
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4 Key Insights into Compensation for Asbestos-Related Claims and Asbestos Settlements
Asbestos Settlements If you’ve been exposed to asbestos, you likely have inhaled dangerous asbestos fibers, which are known to cause life-threatening diseases like mesothelioma and lung cancer. These microscopic fibers become airborne when asbestos-containing materials are disturbed and can be...
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