Asbestosis Can Lead to Lung Cancer or Mesothelioma Asbestosis, while not a cancerous condition, is serious and potentially life-threatening chronic disease that is caused by breathing in asbestos fibers. A person who has been diagnosed with asbestosis has a much higher chance of developing lung cancer or pleural mesothelioma, a fatal cancer affecting the lining […]
The SAIAC Asbestos Cartel Controlled Much More Than Just Profits
The SAIAC Asbestos Cartel Controlled Much More Than Just Profits The use of asbestos throughout the world came to prominence in the 20th century and since then has not only cost thousands of individuals their lives, but has had a significant impact on the environment. The known dangers of asbestos such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and […]
High Levels of Benzene Found in E-Cigarettes
High Levels of Benzene Found in E-Cigarettes An electronic cigarette or more commonly known as an “e-cigarette” is a device that vaporizes a flavored liquid typically made up of nicotine, glycerine, and propylene glycol. The fluid inside this pen-looking device is heated, creating vapor. Vapor is inhaled rather than smoke and many use the term […]
Despite Asbestos Regulations, CDC Reports Increase in Mesothelioma
Despite Asbestos Regulations, CDC Reports Increase in Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is specifically caused by asbestos exposure. The cancer affects the lining surrounding various organs and cavities within the body called the mesothelium. Asbestos fibers, which are nearly invisible, sharp, and easily inhaled, become embedded in this soft tissue. The body […]
Asbestos in Our Schools: How the EPA Keeps Children and Adults Safe
Asbestos in Our Schools: How the EPA Keeps Children and Adults Safe 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 that we come in contact with daily: […]
Asbestos-contaminated Dental Tape Linked to Mesothelioma in Dentists
Asbestos-contaminated Dental Tape Linked to Mesothelioma in Dentists Occupational asbestos exposure is one of the biggest factors in those suffering from asbestos-related illnesses such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. Steelworkers, chemical plant workers, tradesmen, and even those who worked in shipyards were most likely exposed to asbestos due to the nature of their work. Much […]
Early Asbestos Litigation
Early Asbestos Litigation The use of asbestos dates back thousands of years, but it wasn’t until the mid-20th century that asbestos use become widespread. With production in steel mills, chemical plants, paper mills, power plants, etc., on the rise, asbestos-containing products and equipment became standard in the industry. Its heat resistance made it useful in the […]
Asbestos Victims’ Privacy in Danger if FACT Act 2017 Passes
Asbestos Victims’ Privacy in Danger if FACT Act 2017 Passes A new bill was approved by the U.S. House Judiciary Committee earlier this month that could damage the asbestos claims process and prevent victims of asbestos-related diseases from ever seeing any sort of monetary compensation before they pass. The Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act […]
Call Your State Senators to Oppose the Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency Act
Call Your State Senators to Oppose the Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency Act A new bill was approved by the U.S. House Judiciary Committee that could damage the asbestos claims process and prevent victims of asbestos-related diseases from ever seeing any sort of monetary compensation before they pass. The legislation is “H.R. 906” and is referred […]
Asbestos and Wheeling-Pitt Steel Corporation
Asbestos and Wheeling-Pitt Steel Corporation Wheeling Steel Corporation (Wheeling) was founded June 21, 1920 by combining three separate companies: LaBelle Iron Works, Whitaker-Glessner Company, and Wheeling Steel & Iron Company. Throughout the 1920s, Wheeling expanded, acquiring new properties and modernizing their current facilities and by 1956, Wheeling stretched for 30 miles along the Ohio River […]