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 Incidence Rates Around the World
Mesothelioma Incidence Rates Around the World Thousands of people each year are diagnosed with and die from asbestos related diseases such as mesothelioma in the United States each year. But how does that compare to the rest of the world? Even though asbestos is still legal in the United States, the United States’ incidence rate […]
Where You Might Have Been Exposed to Asbestos
Where You Might Have Been Exposed to Asbestos Asbestos was an extremely common ingredient in building materials and other products for the better half of a century. As a result, this dangerous naturally-occurring substance can be found in homes, workplaces, as well as other buildings. Unfortunately, a lot of exposure happened in the workplace. The […]
The Difference Between Asbestosis and Mesothelioma
The Difference Between Asbestosis and Mesothelioma While it is true that asbestos is the main cause of mesothelioma and asbestosis, the two illnesses are vastly different, despite their route cause being the same. These differences range from signs, and symptoms, to prognosis, and treatment. The main difference between asbestosis and mesothelioma is that mesothelioma is […]
How to Get Started With My Personal Injury Lawsuit
How to Get Started With My Personal Injury Lawsuit While the law provides compensation and provision for those that are injured due to negligence, there are many factors to consider in each individual case. The more serious an injury, the more complicated a case and the resulting litigation may be. It is the complexities of […]
Obama signs the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act
Obama signs the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act On June 22, 2016, President Obama signed into law a long awaited bill that places stronger regulations on chemicals. This new law is called the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Under this new law, asbestos, the known carcinogen […]
Scientists Focus on Enzymes and Proteins to Develop New Treatments
Scientists Focus on Enzymes and Proteins to Develop New Treatments Scientists are continually exploring new opportunities for drugs to combat mesothelioma and recently, scientists have zeroed in on a particular enzyme that is said to be “overexpressed” in pleural mesothelioma. This enzyme, known as orotate phosphoribosyl transferase (OPRT) is believed to curb the development and […]
Medical Marijuana: A New Treatment for Mesothelioma?
Medical Marijuana: A New Treatment for Mesothelioma? Earlier this month, Ohio legislators approved a bill that would allow patients with malignant mesothelioma to buy and use marijuana for medical purposes – legally. The bill will now move on to the governor, and if that is signed, Ohio will become the 25th state to legalize some form […]
Revised Toxic Chemical Restrictions Could Triple the Amount of Benzene in Florida Waters
Revised Toxic Chemical Restrictions Could Triple the Amount of Benzene in Florida Waters The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is proposing looser restrictions when it comes to determining what toxic chemicals can be disposed of in their waters, and how much. If the proposal is approved, exposure for some chemicals, such as benzene, could […]