Tragic Explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works An explosion at Clairton Coke Works occurred Monday morning causing significant injuries and two fatalities. According to the latest confirmed reports, two people have died, one person has been rescued from the site, and at least 10 others were injured. Several individuals received treatment at the scene, […]
Asbestos Exposure in Port Allegany
Asbestos Exposure in Port Allegany At Goldberg, Persky & White P.C., we have represented thousands of individuals who were unknowingly exposed to asbestos on the job. One area with a particularly troubling history is Port Allegany, Pennsylvania, where two major industrial sites—Pierce Glass (also known over the years as Ball Glass, Saint-Gobain, and Ardagh Glass) […]
DOJ Files Criminal Charges Against Philadelphia School District Over Asbestos Management Failures
DOJ Files Criminal Charges Against Philadelphia School District Over Asbestos Management Failures Federal authorities have recently taken the unusual step of bringing criminal allegations against the School District of Philadelphia, accusing them of not following proper procedures when it comes to monitoring and handling asbestos inside school buildings. This has sparked serious worries about how […]
E.P.A. to Reconsider Ban on Deadly Asbestos, Delaying Enforcement for Years
E.P.A. to Reconsider Ban on Deadly Asbestos, Delaying Enforcement for Years The Trump administration has announced plans to revisit a critical ban on chrysotile asbestos, the last remaining type of asbestos still permitted in the United States. According to a recent filing with the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, this move could suspend enforcement of […]
The Ongoing Challenges One Year After the U.S. Asbestos Ban
The Ongoing Challenges One Year After the U.S. Asbestos Ban In March 2024, the United States took a historic step by banning the last remaining uses of chrysotile asbestos—the most commonly used form of the mineral worldwide. It was a big win for public health, but it didn’t mean the asbestos problem was over. A […]
Shedding Light on Military Asbestos Exposure – National Military Appreciation Month
Shedding Light on Military Asbestos Exposure – National Military Appreciation Month May is National Military Appreciation Month—a time to honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in the United States Armed Forces. As we express our gratitude for their sacrifices, it’s equally important to recognize the challenges they have […]
Asbestos Laws in Pennsylvania
Asbestos Laws in Pennsylvania Asbestos was once widely used in building materials for its durability and heat resistance. However, it’s now known to be extremely hazardous to human health. Inhalation of asbestos fibers can lead to serious diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. As a result, strict regulations exist at both the federal […]
Upgrading for Safety: $1.2M Project to Replace Asbestos-Infused Water Pipes in North Huntingdon
Upgrading for Safety: $1.2M Project to Replace Asbestos-Infused Water Pipes in North Huntingdon A $1.2 million infrastructure upgrade is underway in North Huntingdon to replace nearly a mile of aging waterline—some of which contains asbestos-infused cement pipes dating back to the early 1950s. Approved by the Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County (MAWC), the project aims […]
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Ruling Opens Door to Mesothelioma Claims Against Employers Beyond Statutory Limits
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Ruling Opens Door to Mesothelioma Claims Against Employers Beyond Statutory Limits In a major victory for asbestos victims and their families, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently issued a powerful 5-2 opinion affirming the right of workers suffering from long-latency occupational diseases—such as mesothelioma—to pursue legal action against their employers even after the […]
Homer City Power Station Demolished
Homer City Power Station Demolished On March 22, 2025, the smokestacks and cooling towers of the Homer City Power Station in Indiana County came crashing down in a planned implosion. The demolition marked the physical end of the coal-fired power plant, which had ceased operations in 2023 due to economic pressures and shifting energy trends. […]