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My Workplace Has Asbestos. What Should I Do?
Did you know that under Section 763.93 of the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) regulations, asbestos-containing materials in
Is Asbestos a Form of Cancer?
The story of how asbestos has harmed modern society is one of the most important of the last 100 years, and yet it is still not discussed nearly
Mesothelioma Secondary Exposure
Understanding the risks of secondary asbestos exposure and asbestos-related cancers like mesothelioma.People who worked industrial jobs before the
How the EPA's Recent Asbestos Ban Affects the Risk
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved the long-awaited total asbestos ban in 2024. That ban might or might not survive inevitable court
Rectal Cancer and Asbestos | What You Should Know
Gone are the days when asbestos could be dismissed as a safe mineral. We now know that asbestos is a cancer-causing substance, but what remains is the
Statute of Repose Applies in Vermont Asbestos Case
The Green Mountain State’s twenty-year statute of repose is not unconstitutional and therefore applies to asbestos exposure civil cases, according to
Expose: W.R. Grace’s Cancer Cover-Up
This long-standing manufacturer of chemicals and construction materials was concealing a dangerous truth in its inventory.W.R. Grace & Co., also
Do You Have to Quarantine After Second-Hand Exposure to Asbestos?
Short Answer: No, but you can take steps to prevent others from being exposed as well.Containing the asbestos danger can include carefully disposing
The Importance of Medical Documentation in Asbestos Cases
Demonstrating asbestos-related health problems is an important step in receiving your asbestos compensation.Millions of people have been harmed by
Asbestos Litigation in the United States: Past, Present, and Future
The United States has a long and fascinating history of asbestos litigation, which can be traced back to the early 20th century. This article aims to
Asbestos in drinking water?
Microscopic asbestos fibers were used in all kinds of industries and trace amounts can still contaminate water sources. Understand the risks.Asbestos
Do Houses Built Before 1978 Contain Asbestos?
Many people believe that asbestos is yesterday’s problem. That’s understandable. Environmental laws in the 1970s reduced asbestos use and lawsuits in