All forms of asbestos cause cancer. There has been a persistent myth, however, that some forms of asbestos are safe. Often, these myths are rooted in studies funded by industries that have used, or still currently use, chrysolite asbestos. Chrysotile asbestos was the...
Month: March 2018
Can you get workers’ compensation for chemical sensitivities?
If you suffer from multiple chemical sensitivities due to over-exposure to chemicals on the job, can you get workers' compensation benefits -- or any type of disability -- for it?Maybe, but it won't be easy. Approximately 55 million people in the United States suffer...
New study shows promise for detecting asbestos exposure earlier
One of the largest problems facing those who have been exposed to asbestos is the long latency period between exposure and mesothelioma. Someone who breathes in asbestos dust may not develop mesothelioma until decades later. In some cases, it can take 50 years before...
Consumer group confirms asbestos in Claire’s makeup
Several months ago, a consumer sent products purchased at Claire's to be tested for asbestos. The results were shocking: several makeup products targeted to teens came back positive for asbestos. Claire's removed the makeup from its shelves and conducted an internal...
How doctor-patient privilege affects wrongful death claims
There's a fairly sacred relationship between doctors and patients. In order for doctors to treat patients properly, patients have to feel safe telling their doctors things they wouldn't tell anyone else -- even their family members.Unfortunately, if something goes...
An overview of palliative care for mesothelioma
The sad truth is that mesothelioma is not curable. If found early, aggressive treatments including radiation, chemotherapy and surgery can both lengthen and improve the quality of life for the patient. Even later-stage mesothelioma can be treated aggressively....
Missouri lawmakers seek to limit asbestos victims’ rights
The Missouri House recently passed House Bill 1645, which amends existing state law regarding compensation for asbestos exposure. The proposed law’s stated purpose is to limit and delay payouts to mesothelioma victims. Asbestos causes mesothelioma, the terminal...
Recognize the dangers of household asbestos in home renovations
Do you work in construction? If so, you probably think a lot about the dangers of the job -- slips, falls and electrocutions are a constant threat.But, what about asbestos? When you work on a brand new construction, asbestos isn't a danger -- since it's no longer in...
How asbestos causes cancer
You likely already know that asbestos dust causes cancer. Still, few people outside of those with a diagnosis of mesothelioma understand why that is. And while researchers have a very good knowledge of how asbestos causes mesothelioma, there is room to further develop...
Case linking lawn fertilizer to mesothelioma moves forward
We have written extensively on the vermiculite mine in Libby, Montana. Run by the W.R. Grace Company, the nation’s largest vermiculite mine was also home to extensive asbestos deposits. Mining the vermiculite ore disturbed the asbestos, leading to workers and...
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