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Report: EPA exhibits unsafe techniques in asbestos removal
The process of removing asbestos from a building can be very dangerous. The fact that asbestos can easily be disturbed and inhaled makes the protocol for the removal of it quite stringent. While many cases of personal injuries that are…
Historic ruling in favor of asbestosis victim dismissed
The process of litigation can be quite emotional. When a person is also suffering from a fatal disease, it can be even more so. A man who has been involved in a dramatic lawsuit against his former employer has certainly…
Asbestos can still be lingering in old homes
Old houses are not only abundant in North Carolina, but throughout the country, and substances used to build those homes have the potential to cause lung diseases and mesothelioma. Now, it is being recommended home owners should check their place…
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…
Mesothelioma cancer research offers hope
A recently published research report offers hope to patients suffering from mesothelioma and other lung diseases which so often cause wrongful death. In it, cancer researchers from the University of Pennsylvania indicate that they have achieved a breakthrough in discovering…
Improper disposal of asbestos violates federal Clean Air Act
In past weeks, we have discussed those who have been victims of asbestos exposure on the job. Whether they are firefighters or construction workers, many people have developed lung cancer after being exposed to the toxic fiber, due primarily to…
“Astronomical” levels of asbestos discovered in fire house
One of the industries where workers can be exposed to asbestos, a toxic fiber, is firefighting. Asbestos was commonly used in sulation and plumbing materials up until the 1980s so during a fire, firefighters can be exposed to a number…
“Wet” demolition method may threaten health and safety
We have recently discussed a number of developments in the removal of asbestos, such as pipe bursting. Business and property owners are aware of the danger that can be caused by exposure to asbestos, so removal of the fiber must…
Man’s death aided by exposure to asbestos
Outwardly, it appeared the death of an 80-year-old shipyard worker was due to pneumonia. In reality, the man’s death was brought about by his exposure to asbestos. After the man died in September, his wife consulted a coroner to confirm…
“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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