Giving Victims A Voice
Employees handling materials containing asbestos have a right to protection from the harmful diseases it causes. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration established standards designed to reduce workers' exposure to asbestos. Employers must follow OSHA’s...
Prolonged and consistent exposure to harmful carcinogens can trigger the development of mesothelioma. If you begin to exhibit symptoms of this illness, you need to seek immediate medical attention. At the time of your diagnosis, you could face uncertainty about your...
The word "asbestos" can apply to several different minerals that have similar properties. All can cause cancer and other respiratory illnesses if inhaled. According to Asbestos.com, there are at least six different types of asbestos classified into one of two mineral...
Asbestos exposure over a prolonged period of time can have numerous ill effects on the human body and especially the lungs. Atelectasis, a breathing complication that arises from inhaling foreign objects, is just one of them. This condition may affect the entire lung...
If you developed an illness from asbestos exposure, the company that exposed you may owe damages. However, you must prove their negligence first. According to the EPA, companies must identify and show transparency when manufacturing certain asbestos products. If you...
Restrictions on the use of asbestos in building materials have helped to decrease the incidence of diseases associated with exposure. Nevertheless, older structures may still contain asbestos. This means that there is still a risk of exposure, especially for people...
Few medical diagnoses can stop you in your tracks faster than cancer. If you worked with or near asbestos during your life, you probably are struggling to come to terms with your mesothelioma diagnosis. After all, there are currently few treatment options for this...
Asbestos exposure has serious repercussions, including the cancerous condition called mesothelioma. This disease can ravage the body and many workers in construction - or even workers in old buildings - have to deal with this problem. However, while most people focus...
Since the primary method of asbestos exposure is the inhalation of its carcinogenic fibers, exposure may happen over many years or all at once. In the event of an accident involving asbestos, it is important to quarantine the area and deal with it carefully. What...
Asbestos was once commonly used in homes. Now that the public is widely aware of the health risks associated with this mineral, the Environmental Protection Agency and other government entities regulate its use. Despite these regulations, many older houses still have...
