Couple Blames Contractor For Asbestos Exposure Danger
Any South Carolina reader who plans on doing some home renovation this year may want to pay close attention to this story, especially if the home in question has popcorn ceilings. This type of ceiling is a texturized design that …
Support Resources Available for Asbestos Litigation Situations
You may be one of many South Carolina residents who have suffered adverse health effects related to your job. Perhaps you were injured in an on-the-job accident and had to take time off work to recover. Then again, your situation …
Toxicology Studies Show Concern Similar to Asbestos Exposure
South Carolina residents, especially those who work in factories, old school buildings or other potential areas of risk, may be concerned about certain health-related symptoms they suspect may be related to their jobs. For instance, those who know they have …
Mesothelioma One of Many Dangers Associated with Asbestos
Even though laws exist nowadays to greatly restrict the use of asbestos, the dangers and potential risks associated with the product remain present throughout South Carolina and the rest of the nation. Certain locations, such as old schools, libraries, factories …
Company Trying to Recoup Settlement Money in Asbestos Litigation
In South Carolina and elsewhere some individuals are battling illnesses and incurable respiratory diseases associated with exposure to asbestos. Not only are construction workers, factory workers and other industrial employees at high risk for such injuries, people who live in …
Are Cornell students at risk for asbestos exposure?
Many South Carolina college campuses have buildings that contain asbestos. The dangers associated with asbestos exposure are well-known. A university in another state, however, claims its students, faculty and visitors have no reason for concern even though there are active …
Textured Paint May Create Asbestos Exposure Risk
Many South Carolina dwellings contain health hazards due to types of paint or other products used to decorate. In fact, some homes that contain paint from the 1980s, or earlier, place residents and visitors at risk for asbestos exposure. This …
Widow of Mesothelioma Victim Says Asbestos Joke is Not Funny
In South Carolina and across the country, cancer has sadly taken its toll on many families. A particular advertisement for Snickers candy bars on the back cover of Sports Illustrated, meant to be humorous, has made the widow of a …
How much is my mesothelioma case worth?
After receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis, the patient and family members will have to make many decisions. One of those decisions is whether to pursue legal action against the company or entity that exposed the patient to asbestos.
A common question …
Lawmakers in Another State Say Change Needed Re Asbestos Exposure
Demolition often creates dangerous situations regarding possible health risks involved with certain projects, especially for those workers involved in tearing down old buildings. In one state, there are approximately 40,000 dilapidated structures awaiting the wrecking ball in a particular city. …