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Did a dangerous, defective product cause my illness?

Did a dangerous, defective product cause my illness?

These days, it can be easier than ever to find the answers we are looking for online. When it comes to medical conditions, however, it can be difficult to sort through the information available to determine what is correct and…

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What is asbestosis and how is it treated?

What is asbestosis and how is it treated?

Exposure to asbestos can lead to devastating health problems. Primarily, the exposure to asbestos causes or exacerbates lung problems because of the damage that the fibers can once they are inhaled. In some cases, the result is lung cancer or…

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Family awarded damages for mother’s death caused by asbestos

Family awarded damages for mother’s death caused by asbestos

As most North Carolina residents know, exposure to asbestos fibers occurs in many ways, from breathing asbestos fibers in a mine to washing clothes worn by workers who install asbestos-containing products. A federal court in Alabama has reaffirmed the link…

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Non-worker dies as a result of asbestos exposure after fire

Non-worker dies as a result of asbestos exposure after fire

Many asbestos-related illnesses are suffered by people who spent years working in environments where they were exposed to the fibers on a regular basis. They worked on railroads, in mines or performing construction or demolition on buildings made with materials…

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Asbestos found in University of North Carolina dorms

Asbestos found in University of North Carolina dorms

A recent article in the Daily Tarheel, the student newspaper at the University of North Carolina, discusses the health risk – or lack thereof – for students who live in seven residence halls that have been found to contain asbestos…

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Are some people predisposed to developing mesothelioma?

Are some people predisposed to developing mesothelioma?

We have discussed the fact that there are some people who may be more likely to develop mesothelioma than others on this blog. We have noted that people in the military, construction workers, family members of people who worked with…

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The considerable cost of a mesothelioma diagnosis

The considerable cost of a mesothelioma diagnosis

In our last post, we discussed the fact that many personal injury lawsuits are resolved through a settlement, not a courtroom trial. We also mentioned the fact that before a person agrees to or declines a settlement, several factors should…

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What to know when negotiating a personal injury settlement

What to know when negotiating a personal injury settlement

If you or a loved one has been harmed as a result of exposure to toxic materials like asbestos, you could very well be considering your legal options. In many cases, you may have grounds to file a personal injury…

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Asbestos hazards in the textile industry

Asbestos hazards in the textile industry

The textile industry was once dominant in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. While most people do not associate the health hazards of asbestos exposure with the textile industry, those hazards became well known after World War II and continue…

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Who to talk to when you need to find out where you were exposed

Who to talk to when you need to find out where you were exposed

Illnesses caused by exposure to asbestos can be devastating for victims and their families. Many asbestos-related illnesses are aggressive, growing rapidly and quickly diminishing a person’s physical condition. While it can certainly be a lot to take in if you…

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