Prior to the 1900s, the dangers of asbestos were basically unknown. Starting in the early 1900s, scientists and doctors started observing a connection between asbestos and certain non-malignant lung diseases like pulmonary fibrosis or scarring. In the 1940s and 50s,...
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EPA proposes rule that would ban most uses of asbestos in the US
If you read that headline with some surprise, it’s probably because you thought asbestos was already banned in the U.S. After all, scientists have known for decades that exposure to asbestos can cause mesothelioma or asbestos lung cancer, both of which are deadly. The...
J&J uses ‘Texas two-step’ bankruptcy ploy to block talc lawsuits
Should wealthy companies that are in no way insolvent be allowed to file bankruptcy just to shed liability for harming their customers? Most people would say of course not. However, a legal maneuver that appears to work that way exists. It’s sometimes called the...
Steps to take if you suspect asbestos exposure in workplace
You learned that you may have been subject to long-term asbestos exposure in the workplace. This startling development becomes a growing concern because of the potential health complications, including mesothelioma. Racing through your head are many worries associated...
Which industries still face a risk of asbestos exposure?
The risks of getting a serious disease from exposure to asbestos have been known for a long time. Contrary to popular belief, the United States has not banned the use of asbestos. In 1989, the Environmental Protection Agency tried to ban asbestos, but the asbestos...
What steps should I take if I face the risk of a mesothelioma diagnosis?
You may have heard about mesothelioma from television or former coworkers, but it was probably not a risk on your radar. After all, there was likely much more on your plate, with your family and the daily activities of your life. However, if you were exposed to...
Congress reintroduces bill for national mesothelioma registry
Federal lawmakers have resumed their efforts to establish a national mesothelioma registry to collect data on patients with the intentions of improving research and treatment. On Nov. 5, two New York lawmakers reintroduced the Mary Jo Lawyer Spano Mesothelioma Patient...
Why should I seek compensation for mesothelioma?
Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis can come as a shock. Your future feels uncertain as you process the new reality, consider treatment options and wonder how you will move forward. On top of all this, even the thought of seeking financial compensation can seem...
Potential treatments for mesothelioma
A diagnosis of mesothelioma is life-changing. By the time mesothelioma is diagnosed it may already be in the advanced stage, thus ruling out surgery as a treatment option. Because the disease is an aggressive and rare form of cancer, the odds of survival are low. But...
Living in an old house: Should I worry about asbestos?
There are many reasons families choose to purchase an older home. The architecture and character certainly factor into that decision, as well as the rising popularity of do-it-yourself renovations. However, it is not uncommon for older homes in Tennessee –...