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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Employers are expected to keep their employees safe if and when they need to complete work that exposes them to harmful chemicals or substances. Unfortunately, not all employers do this and workers end up paying the price. In some cases,…
Many people know that a mineral called talc is found in many common household and cosmetic products. Talc is thought to be safe as long as it’s in its purest form, meaning not contaminated with any other potential toxins, and…