Johnson & Johnson Proposes Settlement with Talc Supplier Johnson & Johnson is proposing a settlement with mining companies Cyprus Mines Corporation and Imerys Talc America. If approved, Johnson & Johnson would pay $225 million and then an additional $280 million before the end of 2025. Imerys Talc America was once a subsidiary of Cyprus Mines […]
Understanding the Ongoing Threat of Asbestos Exposure in the Workplace
Understanding the Ongoing Threat of Asbestos Exposure in the Workplace Asbestos is a well-documented health hazard regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Despite a significant reduction in its use, asbestos remains dangerous and is in many residential and commercial environments, posing serious health risks. […]
National Asbestos Litigation Conference 2024: An Essential Gathering for Legal Experts
National Asbestos Litigation Conference 2024: An Essential Gathering for Legal Experts The upcoming National Asbestos Litigation Conference is set to take place on September 11-12, 2024, at The Charleston Place Hotel, located at 205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401. This prestigious event will bring together leading legal professionals to discuss the latest developments and trends […]
EPA Intervenes in Ohio & West Virginia Schools to Address Asbestos and Lead Paint Hazards
EPA Intervenes in Ohio & West Virginia Schools to Address Asbestos and Lead Paint Hazards The recent intervention by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at three Ohio schools managed by Accel Schools Ohio LLC—Youngstown Academy of Excellence, Niles Preparatory Academy, and STEAM Academy of Warren—highlights critical environmental hazards that pose significant health risks to […]
Westinghouse Electric and Asbestos: A Legacy of Controversy and Litigation
Westinghouse Electric and Asbestos: A Legacy of Controversy and Litigation Few names in industrial history are as significant as Westinghouse Electric Company. Established in Pittsburgh, PA, in 1886 by George Westinghouse, the company quickly became a powerhouse in the field of electrical technology. From pioneering the use of alternating current, to its pivotal role in […]
Dravo Corporation’s Legacy in WWII Shipbuilding and the Hidden Cost of Asbestos
Dravo Corporation’s Legacy in WWII Shipbuilding and the Hidden Cost of Asbestos As we reflect on the recent 80th anniversary of D-Day, we also reflect on the remarkable contributions made by American industries that supported the war effort. One such significant contributor was the Dravo Corporation, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dravo’s pioneering shipbuilding techniques and […]
National Cancer Research Month 2024
National Cancer Research Month 2024 May is National Cancer Research Month. Cancer research is an important part of the cancer treatment process. Without it, we would not be as far as we are today in the treatment of different cancers. One cancer that is very hard to treat is mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a cancer of […]
EPA Addresses Legacy Asbestos Risks
EPA Addresses Legacy Asbestos Risks The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken significant steps in addressing the risks associated with legacy uses of asbestos. In a newly released draft risk evaluation, the EPA identifies disturbing and handling asbestos in legacy applications as presenting an “unreasonable risk” to human health. This draft represents the second phase […]
Total Asbestos Ban Enacted by the EPA
Total Asbestos Ban Enacted by the EPA The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced a total ban on asbestos. Asbestos is a deadly carcinogen that kills tens of thousands of Americans every year but is still used in different industries. The ban comes after a major expansion of EPA regulation under a landmark 2016 law that […]
Protecting Public Health: The EPA’s Landmark Ban on Chrysotile Asbestos
Protecting Public Health: The EPA’s Landmark Ban on Chrysotile Asbestos In a significant milestone for public health and chemical safety, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on March 18, 2024, the finalization of a rule to prohibit ongoing uses of chrysotile asbestos in the United States. This decisive action, under the 2016 amendments to […]