Workplace Illness

Construction and manufacturing are some of the most common industries that present a serious threat of asbestos exposure to workers. However, these occupations are not the only ones that put people in danger of developing mesothelioma and other illnesses related to...

Asbestos may not be widely used in products manufactured or built today, but people still face the risk of exposure in certain situations. This is because asbestos-containing products are still in homes and buildings across the country. Left undisturbed, asbestos is...

If you and your co-workers handle toxic gases or chemicals, you're at significant risk of inhaling the fumes -- which can lead to permanent injuries and even death.Knowing how to administer first aid to a co-worker that's been exposed to the chemical vapors while...

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...