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The recent revelation that some talc-based makeup sold at Claire’s contained asbestos sparked concern and outrage among consumers. In March, the Food and Drug Administration began a general investigation into makeup products sold in the U.S. Now, the Netherlands are...

The danger asbestos poses to construction workers has not been as widely acknowledged in recent years. For too many, asbestos is a thing of the past. Unfortunately, asbestos remains a significant danger. Thousands die every year due to exposure to asbestos dust,...

Many homeowners are unaware of whether their house contains asbestos. Used throughout the 20th century as an insulator, asbestos is not detectable by sight alone. Asbestos is a deadly carcinogen linked to mesothelioma, lung cancer and other asbestos-related...

Randy Gori, founding partner of , was recently awarded the 2018 Friend of Labor Award. The award recognizes the community achievements of Gori by the Central Labor Council representing over 30,000 members of 80+ unions, lodges and other...

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...

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...

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....

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...