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Cumulative exposure urged as cause of asbestos-related death
Two critical elements in any case seeking recovery for a death caused by mesothelioma or other asbestos-related disease are (a) proof that the decedent was exposed to asbestos fibers and (b) proof that the fibers were a substantial factor in…
Asbestos often found in historic buildings
If you live or work in a building that was built before the 1980s, chances are pretty good that it was built with products containing asbestos. The fiber is often found in roofs, tiling, insulation or plumbing systems in older…
FAQ About Property Owner Liability In North Carolina
At the Law Offices of Wallace & Graham, we receive many calls and emails asking whether a property owner may be held liable for compensating a building tenant or resident for contracting mesothelioma due to asbestos used in the building…
Mesothelioma advocates fight to defeat FACT Act
Advocates for victims of mesothelioma in North Carolina and throughout the country are working hard to fight a bill that is currently supported by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency Act – also known as the…
Investigation reveals many uncounted N.C. workplace deaths
A recent investigation by the Raleigh News & Observer found that the state of North Carolina reports and investigates only a fraction of deaths that occur in the workplace. Thus, the recent report from the North Carolina Labor Commission that…
Do workers’ compensation claims always involve OSHA violations?
Victims of mesothelioma — or any workplace illness, for that matter — should understand that they are very likely eligible to pursue workers’ compensation benefits. Most companies in North Carolina and across the U.S. are required to carry this type…
Know the dangers of talc and where it is often used
In this blog, we regularly discuss the dangers of exposure to asbestos. However, there are so many types of chemicals and materials that can be just as harmful asbestos, but like asbestos, are not banned in the United States. One…
Agency cites firm for failing to disclose presence of asbestos
The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has drafted regulations to protect workers from exposure to asbestos, and these regulations apply to every state. When OSHA levies a fine on a company in one state for violating these…
What needs to be established in product liability lawsuits?
If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with a disease like mesothelioma or asbestosis, there is no doubt that you are dealing with a very upsetting situation. You are likely consumed with fear, stress and confusion; money…
When spring cleaning, take extra precautions with asbestos
This time of year, homeowners all across North Carolina will be doing some spring cleaning. Whether the plan is to do some light yard work or some more extensive renovations in the home, it is crucial for property owners to…
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