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Understanding Non-Occupational Asbestos Exposure

By | Published January 26, 2019 | Posted in Asbestos, Asbestos-Related Illnesses, Lung Cancer | Tagged Tags: , | Leave a comment

Asbestos is a naturally occurring fiber composed of six different minerals. Due to its favorable heat and chemical resistance qualities, in addition to its durability, it has historically been widely used in a number of industrial and consumer products. These include the following: Heat-resistant fabrics Paints Roofing materials Floor and ceiling tiles Car parts Plastics Read More

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Employers Are Responsible for Monitoring Asbestos in the Construction Industry

By | Published December 26, 2014 | Posted in Asbestos, Asbestos-Related Illnesses | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

Asbestos is a fiber composed of a set of six naturally occurring minerals. Historically, it was mined and used to produce industrial and insulating materials because of its resistance to fire, heat, and chemical damage. It is also affordable to produce and has desirable sound absorption and tensile strength properties. However, as early as the Read More

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What You Need to Know About Mesothelioma

By | Published November 1, 2014 | Posted in Asbestos, Asbestos-Related Illnesses, Mesothelioma | Tagged Tags: , | Leave a comment

Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that develops in the tissue that covers most of the body’s internal organs — that tissue is called the mesothelium. Due to its aggressive nature, mesothelioma is generally a deadly type of cancer. Exposure to asbestos, a microscopic fibrous mineral used in a variety of products, drastically increases Read More

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Six Asbestos-Related Diseases You Should Know About

By | Published January 6, 2014 | Posted in Asbestos-Related Illnesses | Tagged Tags: , , , , | Leave a comment

According to the Mayo Clinic health website, workers exposed to (primarily) airborne asbestos before the late 1970s — including asbestos miners, refinery workers, shipyard workers, auto mechanics, construction workers, demolition workers and electricians — are at risk of asbestos-related illnesses. According to the Mayo Clinic, the six most common asbestos-related illnesses are mesothelioma, lung cancer, Read More

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The Sooner You Take Action the Better

By | Published December 18, 2013 | Posted in Asbestos-Related Illnesses | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

People who contract mesothelioma or asbestosis after prolonged direct or secondary exposure to toxic substances are entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering — if they can prove their cases in court. In New Jersey and Pennsylvania, you have two years from the date you discovered your injury to file Read More

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For Your Best Chances in an Asbestos-Related Lawsuit, Go Local!

By | Published November 19, 2013 | Posted in Asbestos-Related Illnesses | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

If you or a loved one is newly diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease, it’s hard to know where to turn. Once your medical needs are addressed, you’ll need to get the wheels in motion to seek compensation from those responsible for your disease. You probably have seen the television commercials about asbestos claims and may Read More

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What is a Medicare Lien and How Does it Work?

By | Published October 10, 2013 | Posted in Asbestos-Related Illnesses | Tagged Tags: , , , | 1 Comment

A Medicare lien results when Medicare makes a “conditional payment” for healthcare, even though a liability claim is in process that could eventually result in payment for the same care, as is the case with many asbestos-related illnesses. The conditional payment keeps the Medicare-covered victim from having to pay for care while the liability claim Read More

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What Are OSHA’s Current Regulations for Asbestos?

By | Published September 26, 2013 | Posted in Asbestos-Related Illnesses | Tagged Tags: , , , | Leave a comment

Despite the well-known dangers of asbestos, it is still frequently encountered in various industries. For example, mechanics may be exposed to asbestos when performing brake and clutch repairs. Construction workers can be exposed if they disturb asbestos material during the renovation or demolition of buildings. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforces the following Read More

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Even If Your Asbestos Exposure Was Decades Ago, It Is Not Too Late to File a Claim

By | Published September 23, 2013 | Posted in Asbestos-Related Illnesses | Tagged Tags: , , , | Leave a comment

Symptoms of and diseases caused by asbestos exposure may not arise until decades later. In 2012, a Pennsylvania couple filed an asbestos mass tort claim for injuries sustained as a result of the husband’s asbestos exposure that began in the 1950s. Some important aspects of this case include the following: The plaintiff worked as a Read More

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What Exactly Is Asbestos?

By | Published September 19, 2013 | Posted in Asbestos-Related Illnesses | Tagged Tags: , , | 1 Comment

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “asbestos” is a commercial term for six naturally occurring fibrous minerals. These minerals have qualities that make them ideal for certain commercial products. Asbestos is resistant to chemical and thermal degradation. It is also fire proof and basically indestructible. As a result, it has been Read More

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