Up to the 1970s, asbestos exposure was common for those working in the fields of building and construction. This fibrous mineral was used in an assortment of building products, which were then handled and installed by buildings and construction workers. It has been over 30 years since the dangers of asbestos became common knowledge. However, […]
Continue readingThe conclusion of a suit brought by mesothelioma victims against Garlock Sealing Technologies ended up being a tiny victory for the pro-asbestos movement. Though Garlock, one of the world’s biggest manufacturers of asbestos gaskets, has been found guilty of occupational asbestos exposure, the company’s financial obligation to its current and future victims was greatly reduced […]
Continue readingDiscovery of toxic asbestos-containing substances has greatly complicated renovations of the Charleston International Airport in South Carolina. Before the asbestos discovery the airport was in the middle of a $189 million renovation that was set to commence next year in August 2015. These complications represent the difficulties that can arise in the removal of asbestos-containing […]
Continue readingLast week marked the conclusion of a complex legal battle revolving around who was to blame for the death of a British man due to his occupational asbestos exposure that occurred over 50 years ago. When the case began, the three surviving partners of the Robert, Mather, Johnson, Marshall & Partners (RMJM) architectural firm were […]
Continue readingPossible asbestos exposure in your home can be difficult and stressful. You may be wondering who to call, and if you can remove the potentially hazardous material on your own. For this purpose exactly, we have put together this list of tips for discovering and handling asbestos exposure in your home. When Should You Have […]
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