Mesothelioma is a cancerous condition affecting mesothelium, which is the thin layer of tissue that surrounds many of the internal organs. It occurs due to exposure to asbestos, and it is an extremely aggressive cancer. Asbestos exposure is more common in certain...
Health problems created by asbestos can stay with you for the rest of your life. So, if a product exposed you to asbestos, you may have a claim for damages from the manufacturer. One question to answer is whether the manufacturer breached a warranty. Violating a...
When hurricanes, floods and wildfires create havoc, buildings with asbestos are at risk. Destructive environmental events can spread the toxin, leading to great danger. The good news is it remains possible to mitigate the concern. Measures are possible both before and...
Illinois law dictates who can handle the removal of asbestos in public schools. The regulations are to ensure the process occurs in a safe manner, while also guaranteeing proper removal of all of the substance. The law specifies that anyone conducting such services at...
Exposure to asbestos, especially in a field of employment where workers come into contact with it often, may cause mesothelioma. What sort of treatment can mesothelioma sufferers expect? How does it tie to the specific stages of mesothelioma? Initial diagnosis Mayo...
While most people across Illinois and the rest of the United States are now well aware that asbestos is dangerous, this was not always the case. For decades, the dangers associated with asbestos exposure were unknown, and during this time, asbestos fibers appeared in...
Exposure to asbestos can irritate the lungs and contribute to long-term health issues, such as mesothelioma and lung cancer. Working with asbestos is hazardous and can have serious health consequences. Employers can and should take steps to improve the safety of...
The understanding of the dangers of asbestos is a relatively new thing. In fact, asbestos used to be a relatively common building material and many older buildings and homes still have it. Thus, when homeowners set out to buy a home, they should know what to keep an...
You may have recently learned that your mesothelioma is the result of long-term asbestos exposure at a workplace. Anyone considering legal action against a negligent employer should understand that states do not allow unlimited time to file a personal injury suit. As...
While most people understand that asbestos exposure can lead to illness, many individuals might not know that areas of risk remain. Some products still rely on asbestos to get optimal performance. The area of brake and clutch repair in automotive shops and home...
