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Report: Students never warned about asbestos in dorm rooms

Report: Students never warned about asbestos in dorm rooms

Living or working in a building that you do not own has a fair share of perks. You don’t have to worry about code violations, cleaning up spills on the site, fixing broken equipment or dealing with complaints from tenants.…

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Asbestos, other toxic chemicals contributed to ‘Fly Ash Flu’

Asbestos, other toxic chemicals contributed to ‘Fly Ash Flu’

The dangers of asbestos and the health risks of being exposed to the toxic fiber are well known. Unfortunately, people think that the risks of exposure are rare and isolated instances involving industrial workers from decades ago. But the reality…

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Mesothelioma victim takes legal action against 12 parties

Mesothelioma victim takes legal action against 12 parties

Imagine going to the doctor for what may be some minor health complications and learning that you have mesothelioma, an aggressive and devastating form of cancer. You may ask if there was something that caused the disease or if anything…

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200 people in school may have been exposed to airborne asbestos

200 people in school may have been exposed to airborne asbestos

Many people often consider a school to be among the safest places for young people to be. We generally expect that these buildings are built and maintained properly by people who understand how important it is to protect the health…

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Defendants cited for failing to warn and protect against asbestos

Defendants cited for failing to warn and protect against asbestos

Mesothelioma is an especially deadly form of lung disease which results when an individual has been exposed to asbestos materials and fibers. In many cases, those diagnosed with mesothelioma have only months to live after a formal diagnosis is made.…

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2 men convicted of illegally dumping asbestos-contaminated debris

2 men convicted of illegally dumping asbestos-contaminated debris

Readers of this blog need no reminder that asbestos is a dangerous and even deadly material. Exposure to this once-popular insulation material can cause a number of serious medical conditions including mesothelioma. That’s why, in addition to banning the use…

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Mesothelioma victim names 59 defendants in asbestos lawsuit

Mesothelioma victim names 59 defendants in asbestos lawsuit

There are many threats and dangers that people who served in the military came up against. Whether they served on land, in the sea or in the skies, military veterans often experienced terrifying and hazardous situations during their time. But…

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Lawsuit: Employers failed to notify worker of asbestos dangers

Lawsuit: Employers failed to notify worker of asbestos dangers

The risks associated with exposure to airborne asbestos are clearly understood. People generally know that breathing in asbestos can do irreversible damage to someone’s health, which is why business and property owners are expected to take certain precautions when there…

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Victims of asbestos illnesses awarded $190 million

Victims of asbestos illnesses awarded $190 million

Coping with an asbestos-related illness is often very difficult for victims and their families. There are hospital visits, medical bills and the pains associated with the illness that all must be focused on. This can already be enough for people…

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Police officers confront dangerous suspect: asbestos

Police officers confront dangerous suspect: asbestos

No one wants to live or work in an unnecessarily dangerous place. People want to feel safe and know that they are aware of any potential hazards in their home or workspace and deal with those situations accordingly. But sometimes…

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