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FAQ About Property Owner Liability In North Carolina

FAQ About Property Owner Liability In North Carolina

At the Law Offices of Wallace & Graham, we receive many calls and emails asking whether a property owner may be held liable for compensating a building tenant or resident for contracting mesothelioma due to asbestos used in the building…

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When spring cleaning, take extra precautions with asbestos

When spring cleaning, take extra precautions with asbestos

This time of year, homeowners all across North Carolina will be doing some spring cleaning. Whether the plan is to do some light yard work or some more extensive renovations in the home, it is crucial for property owners to…

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Asbestos-covered pipes: know the risks

Asbestos-covered pipes: know the risks

If you work for a construction company or own a home, you need to understand that the risk of being exposed to asbestos could be right underneath your own feet. Asbestos has been used for several decades in pipes used…

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What to know about asbestos and premises liability claims

What to know about asbestos and premises liability claims

When people think about premises liability claims, they often think of claims that involve dog bites, slip-and-fall injuries or swimming pool accidents. While these are some of the more common incidents prompting premises liability claims, asbestos exposure can also be…

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Why isn’t my property owner removing asbestos in my building?

Why isn’t my property owner removing asbestos in my building?

Home owners, renters and tenants in commercial buildings should be made aware if they will be living or working in a building that contains asbestos. A property owner has a duty to warn people about the presence of asbestos, but…

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Home renovation can pose asbestos risk

Home renovation can pose asbestos risk

It seems like home improvement shows are all the rage these days. Popular television channels like the DIY Network and HGTV make remodeling and redecorating seem easier than ever, and more homeowners are deciding to take on the work themselves.…

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Homeowners face losing homes, land due to asbestos

Homeowners face losing homes, land due to asbestos

Asbestos is an international concern as it is used in materials that are shipped and used around the world. Even when people living in other countries are affected by asbestos, they still face the same devastation and challenges that people…

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When should asbestos be removed from a building?

When should asbestos be removed from a building?

Asbestos is a notoriously dangerous substance. For decades, it was used without caution or regulation before the devastating effects of exposure were known. Even after the risks were known, asbestos exposure was a huge problem for many people working or…

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Children and the risk of asbestos exposure

Children and the risk of asbestos exposure

Readers of this blog should already know that asbestos can be dangerous for any person who is exposed to it. There are some groups of people who may be more likely to be exposed; but no one is immune to…

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How should property owners address asbestos?

How should property owners address asbestos?

Property owners have a great deal of responsibility when it comes to making sure their property is safe. Premises liability is about much more than protecting residents and visitors from slipping and falling; owners must also be sure the structure…

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