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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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. However, mesothelioma is hard to diagnose, as symptoms can be indicative of any number of things, including pneumonia. And because mesothelioma usually doesn’t develop until decades after exposure to asbestos, it often catches the patient by surprise.
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.
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.
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 our understanding of the underlying mechanisms.
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 residents being exposed to asbestos dust in large quantities and contaminating the vermiculite with dangerous and carcinogenic asbestos fibers. It remains one of the worst man-made environmental disasters in the country.
Could your pacemaker be hacked?
Pacemakers are vital pieces of medical equipment that patients rely on to stay alive -- but they're also sophisticated electronic devices that, these days, rely on software and internet connections to do their jobs properly.
The benefits of using a national law firm for your meso claim
Our firm recently published a SlideShare documenting the benefits of using a law firm with national reach when pursuing compensation after a mesothelioma diagnosis.
Austin changes policy after city workers were exposed to asbestos
Due to the city’s failure to have an adequate asbestos abatement policy in place, as many as 200 Austin city employees may have been exposed to asbestos in four different departments, according to KXAN news.
Bill seeks to protect Detroit residents from asbestos exposure
Awareness of the prevalence and harm of asbestos has been fading in recent years. That has led many contractors to become lax about asbestos safety. In Detroit, which has seen the largest blight removal project in the country, this is a dangerous oversight.
