On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Mar 21, 2020 | Asbestos
Asbestos has long since been a part of our human history. However, it is only relatively recently that we learned of the severe health risks, which are now widely known. Since we believe that education is vital in helping you understand the dangers of asbestos...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Mar 17, 2020 | Asbestos
Most people believe that natural and organic material has a much lower likelihood of causing illness than synthetics. There is some truth to this, but there are many natural materials that can cause harm. Asbestos is one of them. The National Heart, Lung and Blood...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Feb 14, 2020 | Asbestos
Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring mineral found in rocks and soil throughout the world. Due to their resistance to chemicals, heat, fire, and lack of electrical conductivity, it was a popular insulating material in the 20th Century. The fibers, used in...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Feb 7, 2020 | Asbestos
Even if it seems unfathomable, asbestos still exists. While new construction standards limit its use, this harmful building material is still present in older structures and some standard building materials. Even with protective gear, some workers may find themselves...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Jan 21, 2020 | Asbestos
If you work in the construction industry renovating older buildings, there is a good chance you may eventually encounter asbestos. This substance of needle-thin fibers has in the past been used as an insulator and fire retardant. Unfortunately, it also causes serious...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Jan 7, 2020 | Asbestos
Illinois residents with asbestos exposure face numerous health risks. Today we will take a look at Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, also known as COPD. COPD is an illness related to the lungs often brought on by extended exposure to irritants. It does not have a...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Dec 23, 2019 | Asbestos
Asbestos is a harmful product that can lead to serious lung disease and cancer. While the government removed the use of asbestos in many industries, it still remains in many older buildings in Illinois. This poses a serious risk to the public when these buildings are...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Nov 27, 2019 | Asbestos
Asbestos causes a range of health conditions, which is why the government put restrictions on its use decades ago. By the time those regulations set in, though, there were already consequences. People working in various industries in Illinois already had enough...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Nov 26, 2019 | Asbestos
We have brought up many of the challenges that people struggle with due to an asbestos-related disease. Unfortunately, some people have an especially difficult time with these challenges as a result of denial. Whether a victim is in denial with regard to their own...
On behalf of Wylder Corwin Kelly LLP | Nov 21, 2019 | Asbestos
Most people in Illinois have heard about asbestos and may know that it has been widely used in construction as it is a fire-resistant material. However, over the years, it has been discovered that unprotected exposure to asbestos may contribute to the development of...
