If you live in a home built before 1980 or are considering buying or renting a home built before 1980, you need to learn if there are any asbestos exposure risks. While you may have heard about the risks presented by insulation, you may not know that…
Read moreThere are a variety of risks involved in working as an electrician, such a electric shocks, falls and burn injuries. Electricians are also at risk for encountering asbestos, which could result in significant health problems in the future. Below, our…
Read moreWorkers in many industries may still be at risk for exposure to asbestos, the fibrous mineral that can cause illnesses like mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis. One of those industries where workers may still be at risk is mining. While there are…
Read moreYou may have heard there is no safe level of exposure to asbestos. However, it is important to note people usually develop asbestos-related diseases after repeated exposure over a long period of time. Below, we discuss the difference between short and…
Read moreDespite extensive research and an overwhelming amount of data on the dangers of asbestos exposure, the U.S. has never officially banned the use of this product. While the use of asbestos has significantly declined over the last 40 years, there are still…
Read moreMany victims of asbestos exposure have valid claims against previous employers or other parties, like product manufacturers. However, there is limited time to take legal action thanks to laws called statutes of limitations. These laws set a period during…
Read moreMany symptoms of mesothelioma are also symptoms of other conditions, which is part of the reason this condition often goes undiagnosed until it reaches the later stages. By the time many are diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma, surgery is no longer an…
Read moreMesothelioma can be difficult to diagnose, as the symptoms it causes are like symptoms caused by many other illnesses. That is why patients need to see a doctor who regularly treats patients suffering from mesothelioma or other asbestos-related medical…
Read moreClear, credible testimony from witnesses can be a vital part of validating a mesothelioma claim. This may include eyewitnesses and subject matter experts who can speak to the victim’s diagnosis and damages created by that diagnosis. Even if your case…
Read moreThere are some substances that become harmful to human beings only after a significant level of exposure. For example, if you are around oil-based paint for a short time and you breathe in the fumes, you could get sick or feel fatigued. If you simply…
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