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…
Losing a loved one who has suffered an asbestos-related illness can be devastating. These tragic deaths can happen quite quickly after a diagnosis, which can leave family members hurt, confused and looking for answers and a sense of closure and…
Many people in North Carolina and around the region know by now that asbestos is an unsafe product that can cause lung cancer and other very serious conditions. Some of these illnesses can even lead to death. It is therefore…
People all over the country have suffered from illnesses related to exposure to asbestos. In North Carolina alone, too many people have died or lost loved ones from mesothelioma, asbestosis and other tragic illnesses. It has long been an issue…
If you or a loved one is a firefighter, there is a very real threat that asbestos-related illnesses are a serious concern. Numerous studies have been conducted to measure the impact that asbestos exposure has on firefighters and their families,…
We often discuss some of the people who are disproportionately exposed to asbestos on this blog. We have looked at some of the unique challenges that construction workers, plumbers and railroad workers face because of their increased risk of coming…
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…
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.…
While the following story did not occur here in North Carolina, the issues that it raises regarding asbestos are important for anyone in any state. A high school in Minnesota was recently inspected and found to have asbestos in some…
People in and around North Carolina should be aware by now that asbestos is a toxic and potentially lethal substance. Once it is inhaled or ingested, it can do catastrophic damage to a person’s lungs that may not even show…