Category: Asbestos

Secondary Asbestos Exposure and the Risk for Mesothelioma

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber that was once widely used in construction and manufacturing due to its heat resistance and durability. However, prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers can cause serious health risks, including lung diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Primary exposure occurs when individuals directly handle asbestos-containing materials, prevalent in […]

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How Did the EPA Act To Protect the Public from Exposure to Chrysotile Asbestos?

Asbestos, once hailed as a miracle material for its fire-resistant properties, is now recognized as a severe health hazard. Its microscopic fibers, when inhaled, can cause serious respiratory issues, including lung cancer and mesothelioma. In response to this public health crisis, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has undertaken various measures over the years […]

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Do I Qualify for Compensation From an Asbestos Trust Fund?

You recently received a mesothelioma diagnosis, and in talking with your doctors about how to best treat it, you’ve come to realize that while insurance may cover most standardized treatment options, they won’t cover anything that they deem to be experimental — which is what you need. In looking for ways to cover mesothelioma treatments […]

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EPA Bans Ongoing and Future Use of Asbestos

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a finalized rule regarding asbestos earlier this week. The March 18 news release shared by the EPA outlined a ban on current and future use of asbestos in our country. The prohibition of the naturally occurring mineral specifically applies to chrysotile, the sole remaining type of asbestos […]

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The Ongoing Risk of Asbestos in Cosmetic Talc

Last year, our law firm reported on the connection between talcum powder and mesothelioma. In short, talc—a naturally-occurring mineral used in many cosmetic and personal care products—has been linked to the development of mesothelioma and other illnesses in users. Talc itself isn’t the main problem. Asbestos, a known carcinogen, is often found in the same […]

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Court Rejects Johnson & Johnson’s Bankruptcy Attempt To Deny Paying Lawsuits

Talcum powder is a common ingredient used in a wide variety of products, including body and baby powders, cosmetics, and soaps. Made from the mineral talc, scientists and industry leaders have long known of the connection between products containing contaminated talcum powder and certain cancers. The threat does not come from the talc itself but […]

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Asbestos Safety Guide for Construction Workers

  There’s no doubt that construction is a dangerous industry. Falls, electrocutions, crushing incidents, and explosions are just a few of the hazards that workers are confronted with every day on the job. If you work on a construction jobsite, developing mesothelioma is another threat your employment may force you to face.

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Where Are Asbestos-Containing Materials Most Commonly Used?

It may be unsettling to know that asbestos can be found in many of the homes, schools, and offices in which we spend so much of our lives. For most of the 20th century, asbestos was a resilient and heat-resistant material central to manufacturing and construction, and our cities and neighborhoods today still carry the […]

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Why Weren’t There Stricter Regulations in Hawaii Regarding Asbestos?

If you take a look at the history of asbestos, scientists, doctors, and other professionals began agreeing the material was hazardous in the early and mid-1900s. However, regulations and laws related to the material and exposure did not start until the 1970s and 80s. This means that for approximately two decades, a number of workers […]

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How Dangerous Is Second-Hand Exposure to Asbestos?

As a naturally occurring mineral, asbestos is found in many soil and rock deposits. Prior to the 1980s, the material was used heavily in many industries. As the decades have passed, we have learned more about the consequences of someone experiencing long-term asbestos exposure firsthand. When the fibers are inhaled or ingested, they can cause […]

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