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Man names multiple negligent parties in asbestos lawsuit

Man names multiple negligent parties in asbestos lawsuit

People who learn that they have been diagnosed with a devastating illness linked to asbestos exposure are often left with many questions. Most people want to know where they may have been exposed to asbestos and how they could have…

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Jury awards $1.7 million in 2 asbestosis claims

Jury awards $1.7 million in 2 asbestosis claims

Exposure to asbestos can take a devastating toll on a person’s health. The link between asbestos and illnesses like mesothelioma and asbestosis was established decades ago, but people continued to work with the toxic material without knowing it and without…

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Radiation before surgery may be helpful for mesothelioma patients

Radiation before surgery may be helpful for mesothelioma patients

Caused by exposure to asbestos, mesothelioma is a silent killer that is very aggressive. Almost all mesothelioma cases are fatal. In many cases, because the detection is so late, many individuals only have months to live. However, a new study…

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Mesothelioma is a devastating diagnosis for many

Mesothelioma is a devastating diagnosis for many

Workers typically report for work daily with an understanding of any dangers they could face. However, as medical technology improves, more information is surfacing regarding the causes of mesothelioma. North Carolina residents who are suffering with this condition or feel…

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The devastating consequences of asbestos exposure

The devastating consequences of asbestos exposure

When a person falls ill, sometimes there is no explanation for what has caused an illness. But in other circumstances, the cause can be linked back to exposure to a toxic substance. This is often the case when it comes…

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Asbestos-related lung cancer diagnosis leads to lawsuit

Asbestos-related lung cancer diagnosis leads to lawsuit

Even though asbestos has been known to be dangerous for a long time, it took decades before it was finally banned for use in building materials. Unfortunately, many people who worked on construction sites in North Carolina before asbestos was…

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North Carolina residents may want to follow mesothelioma case

North Carolina residents may want to follow mesothelioma case

The vast majority of North Carolina residents, as well as individuals across the country, assume that the air they are breathing is relatively clean and safe. Over the years, laws have been put into place to ensure this. Unfortunately, for…

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Job training program for students leads to asbestos litigation

Job training program for students leads to asbestos litigation

Most North Carolina readers are likely aware of the dangers of asbestos and the health issues that it can cause. Because of this, federal law requires that asbestos removal be performed by trained individuals who have the proper equipment and…

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Have we forgotten about the 9/11 workers exposed to asbestos?

Have we forgotten about the 9/11 workers exposed to asbestos?

The terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2011 have been widely regarded as one of the worst events in American history. But it was also a day that saw many heroic efforts by emergency responders and volunteers who rushed in to…

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Man claims employers failed to protect him from asbestos exposure

Man claims employers failed to protect him from asbestos exposure

When an employer knows that the work they are having an employee do could bring the employee into contact with asbestos, it is incredibly important for the employer to do everything they can to protect their employee’s health and safety.…

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