Asbestos Disease Progression And Asbestos Lawsuits Asbestos fibers can be a silent killer. Many that die from asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma are diagnosed at a late stage in the cancer, when it is already too advanced to have effective treatment. Asbestos fibers are small, sharp, and can be easily inhaled. Once these fibers become […]
Possible New Risks of Asbestos – Crohn’s Disease and Kidney Cancer
Possible New Risks of Asbestos – Crohn’s Disease and Kidney Cancer We know that mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer can all be caused by asbestos exposure. The thin, almost invisible fibers that become airborne can become lodged in the lining of the lungs and the tissue causing cancerous tumors. With more asbestos related complications being […]
Asbestos in Our Schools: Still a Major Threat
Asbestos in Our Schools: Still a Major Threat Labor Day for some marks the official end of summer and the official start to the school year. Many schools that were built before 1980 contain asbestos because of the many qualities to the substance; cheap, easy to install, acted as an insulator and a fire retardant. […]
The Role of the EPA in Regulating Asbestos
The Role of the EPA in Regulating Asbestos The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was created to protect the environment and the health of humans by regulating substances that could potentially be harmful to both. Asbestos is a carcinogen that was used in many places: our schools, our homes, the buildings we work in, and the […]
Measuring the Toxicity of Asbestos
Measuring the Toxicity of Asbestos It is a well-known fact that the naturally-occurring mineral asbestos is a carcinogen; linked to lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma. Once industrial workers began to suffer the effects of asbestos years after being exposed, studies began to focus on the toxicity of the substance. Scientists know that exposure alone is […]
How Statute Of Limitations Can Affect Your Personal Injury Lawsuit
How Statute Of Limitations Can Affect Your Personal Injury Lawsuit If you’ve been injured in an accident through no fault of your own, you may qualify to file a personal injury claim and receive monetary compensation. This can help you cover medical bill expenses and replace lost wages if your injury left you unable to […]
OSHA Asbestos Regulations
OSHA Asbestos Regulations While asbestos may not be illegal in the United States, it is heavily regulated by the U.S. government. Different government agencies have their own laws and regulations for asbestos control to maintain exposure levels in the workplace and the environment. Those who work directly with asbestos consistently have a higher chance of […]
Family Rights in An Asbestos Lawsuit
Family Rights in An Asbestos Lawsuit Asbestos lawsuits affect more than just those who have been exposed. The families of those who are suffering from asbestos-related illnesses, or those who have died from asbestos exposure, often have their lives turned upside down. However, they often have legal rights of their own. A good asbestos law […]
Mesothelioma and Crohn’s Disease – A Possible Link
Mesothelioma and Crohn’s Disease – A Possible Link Peritoneal mesothelioma is an incredibly rare cancer that makes up about 30% of all mesothelioma cases. This type of mesothelioma affects the peritoneum, which is a protective membrane that surrounds the abdomen and allows the surrounding organs to expand and contract easily. When asbestos fibers become ingested or […]
What Are Some Alternatives to Asbestos?
What Are Some Alternatives to Asbestos? Asbestos was an extremely common and popular material that was used throughout most of the twentieth century. It was, and still is, an abundant, naturally occurring substance that can be mined in mass quantities. Because of its abundancy, it is in-expensive, which allows for it to be used in a […]