Yearly Archives: 2015
What is asbestosis and how does it affect the lungs?
Many people in North Carolina have been exposed to airborne asbestos fibers as they worked in the construction and shipbuilding and other industries that used the mineral as an insulating material. Medical science has established that exposure to asbestos-containing products…
What types of damages can be awarded in asbestos claims?
If you have lost a loved one due to mesothelioma or asbestosis, money may very well be the last thing on your mind right now. You are probably more focused on handling funeral arrangements, going through estate planning documents and…
Negligence, misinformation alleged in wrongful death lawsuit
Exposure to toxic chemicals and materials can do severe and long-term damage to any person who ingests them. We often talk about asbestos exposure on this blog, but the truth is that asbestos is just one of many harmful chemicals…
Contractor faces $2 million fine for exposing workers to asbestos
This blog has frequently discussed the hazards posed by the renovation of older buildings in North Carolina and elsewhere that contain various types of asbestos-containing products. A recent administrative ruling by the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”)…
When asbestos leads to fatal illness, legal action can be crucial
If your loved one has recently passed away from a serious illness that you suspect is linked to asbestos exposure, you likely have many questions that need to be answered. When could he or she have been exposed to asbestos?…
What is asbestos and how is it harmful?
While many of us have heard of asbestos, there are a lot of misconceptions about what exactly asbestos is and how it can be harmful. Nearly all uses of asbestos have been prohibited in the United States since 1989, but…
Workers’ compensation claim denied? Don’t lose hope
Pursuing benefits for a serious workplace illness like mesothelioma can be a frustrating and time-consuming process. However, the end result should hopefully make it all worth it when you and your family start receiving benefits like workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, there…
How much can I expect to collect through workers’ compensation?
Suffering an injury or getting sick through the course of your employment can be very upsetting. Not only can you feel bad because of your condition, but you may also have to deal with the stress of taking time off…
Even after abatement efforts, asbestos can still remain
Every property owner should be aware that asbestos in building materials has the potential to do serious damage to a person’s health if it is disturbed and released into the air. Once asbestos is airborne, the fibers can remain there…
Asbestos exposure sets case in motion
In a recent ruling that may affect asbestos lawsuits in North Carolina, a state court of appeals has deter-mined that a manufacturer may be liable in strict liability for asbestos that was used in another company’s product. In most cases,…
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