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Asbestos detected in wood chips

Asbestos detected in wood chips

Over the years, a town in Montana has suffered the devastating effects of asbestos exposure. The town has spent over $370 million on cleaning up the toxic materials, and the project is still years from completion. About 400 people have…

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Man suing 199 companies for his father’s wrongful death

Man suing 199 companies for his father’s wrongful death

In previous posts, we have taken a closer look at industries in which people may be exposed to asbestos. When a person develops a fatal lung disease such as mesothelioma, an investigation may take place to determine where or how…

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“Non-asbestos-containing” products actually contain asbestos

“Non-asbestos-containing” products actually contain asbestos

In some industries, it is not rare to work around products that may contain asbestos. Construction materials, plumbing and heating supplies, car brakes, and household cleaners have contained asbestos at some point. Once the dangers of exposure to asbestos were…

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Does your home have materials made with asbestos?

Does your home have materials made with asbestos?

It’s an exciting time for your family: you’re moving to a new home. You begin packing things up and putting everything in boxes. This type of move forces you to clean out places such as the attic and the basement,…

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Consumers beware: asbestos is not just a concern of the past

Consumers beware: asbestos is not just a concern of the past

While asbestos is a widely-known, potentially toxic material, not many people know exactly what it is, what it is used for and what sort of risks are involved when asbestos exposure occurs. Asbestos is a group of minerals composed of…

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North Carolina officials warn residents about contaminated melons

North Carolina officials warn residents about contaminated melons

When consumers are exposed to dangerous or defective products, the results can include serious injuries, illness or even death. If this is the case, victims and their families can hold manufacturers and companies responsible by filing a product liability claim.…

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