Do you have mesothelioma?: What to know about asbestos trusts

As someone suffering from mesothelioma, your doctor has already explained how your condition will likely progress — and you know that treatment isn’t cheap. Providing for your own needs and the needs of your family isn’t easy, but an asbestos…

PIRG calls for a complete ban on asbestos in the U.S.

The United States Public Interest Group (U.S. PIRG), a national nonprofit organization focused on effectuating change in Washington, D.C., announced their efforts to convince lawmakers to support a bill that would finally fully ban the use of asbestos in the…

What is secondary exposure to asbestos exposure?

Prolonged exposure to asbestos can cause mesothelioma, a chronic lung disease that results in lung tissue scarring, and other diseases. Most people suffering from mesothelioma acquired it on the job before regulations on the use of asbestos were put in…

3 ways that employers can protect workers from asbestos on the job

Asbestos is a very dangerous substance. Although it has long been used in many industries, the federal government now recognizes that there is no safe level of exposure to this mineral substance. Whether you work at a remodeling company or…

Did you get the right asbestos PPE?

If you’re exposed to asbestos at work, your boss may recognize it and give you personal protection equipment (PPE) that is intended to keep you safe. It’s common for those in home renovation and maintenance careers to encounter asbestos in…

Does benzene exposure cause cancer?

Exposure to benzene can occur at work or simply by being a member of a community where benzene is found. Workers can be exposed to benzene in industries such as the rubber industry, oil refineries, chemical plants, shoe manufacturers, etc….

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