The Role of the EPA in Regulating Asbestos The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was created to protect the environment and the health of humans by regulating substances that could potentially be harmful to both. Asbestos is a carcinogen that was used in many places: our schools, our homes, the buildings we work in, and the […]
Measuring the Toxicity of Asbestos
Measuring the Toxicity of Asbestos It is a well-known fact that the naturally-occurring mineral asbestos is a carcinogen; linked to lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma. Once industrial workers began to suffer the effects of asbestos years after being exposed, studies began to focus on the toxicity of the substance. Scientists know that exposure alone is […]
How Statute Of Limitations Can Affect Your Personal Injury Lawsuit
How Statute Of Limitations Can Affect Your Personal Injury Lawsuit If you’ve been injured in an accident through no fault of your own, you may qualify to file a personal injury claim and receive monetary compensation. This can help you cover medical bill expenses and replace lost wages if your injury left you unable to […]
OSHA Asbestos Regulations
OSHA Asbestos Regulations While asbestos may not be illegal in the United States, it is heavily regulated by the U.S. government. Different government agencies have their own laws and regulations for asbestos control to maintain exposure levels in the workplace and the environment. Those who work directly with asbestos consistently have a higher chance of […]
Family Rights in An Asbestos Lawsuit
Family Rights in An Asbestos Lawsuit Asbestos lawsuits affect more than just those who have been exposed. The families of those who are suffering from asbestos-related illnesses, or those who have died from asbestos exposure, often have their lives turned upside down. However, they often have legal rights of their own. A good asbestos law […]
Mesothelioma and Crohn’s Disease – A Possible Link
Mesothelioma and Crohn’s Disease – A Possible Link Peritoneal mesothelioma is an incredibly rare cancer that makes up about 30% of all mesothelioma cases. This type of mesothelioma affects the peritoneum, which is a protective membrane that surrounds the abdomen and allows the surrounding organs to expand and contract easily. When asbestos fibers become ingested or […]
What Are Some Alternatives to Asbestos?
What Are Some Alternatives to Asbestos? Asbestos was an extremely common and popular material that was used throughout most of the twentieth century. It was, and still is, an abundant, naturally occurring substance that can be mined in mass quantities. Because of its abundancy, it is in-expensive, which allows for it to be used in a […]
Know Your Rights After A Botched Surgery
Know Your Rights After A Botched Surgery Millions of surgical procedures are performed every year in the United States. These procedures are performed by experienced medical professionals, and the vast majority are completed without incident. Unfortunately, there are still plenty of things that can go wrong during even the simplest of surgeries. If you’ve been […]
Mesothelioma Incidence Rates Around the World
Mesothelioma Incidence Rates Around the World Thousands of people each year are diagnosed with and die from asbestos related diseases such as mesothelioma in the United States each year. But how does that compare to the rest of the world? Even though asbestos is still legal in the United States, the United States’ incidence rate […]
Where You Might Have Been Exposed to Asbestos
Where You Might Have Been Exposed to Asbestos Asbestos was an extremely common ingredient in building materials and other products for the better half of a century. As a result, this dangerous naturally-occurring substance can be found in homes, workplaces, as well as other buildings. Unfortunately, a lot of exposure happened in the workplace. The […]