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In February 2025, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) fined U-Haul $231,000 for exposing workers to asbestos at a Spokane facility. The fine was issued because U-Haul failed to follow safety protocols when knowingly putting their...
Wildfires in Los Angeles leave destruction in their wake, but the dangers don’t end when the flames die down. First responders and returning residents face serious health risks from airborne toxins like asbestos. Breathing in these hazardous particles can lead to...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has proposed a rule to test talc-based products for asbestos. This is set to apply to cosmetics, but will also apply to a host of other products. This move is part of an effort to help improve the safety of products that contain...
Asbestos is a known human carcinogen. Researchers know that it causes mesothelioma and lung cancer, as well as certain other cancers. Asbestos removal and remediation are important for public safety. Before the cancer risks of asbestos were well-known, businesses used...
When people think of asbestos-related diseases, they often imagine workers who dealt with the material directly. However, the danger doesn’t stop at the job site. Family members of these workers can also face serious health risks from secondhand asbestos exposure....
Pericardial mesothelioma develops aggressively in the pericardium, the thin sac surrounding the heart, and accounts for less than 1% of all mesothelioma cases. Exposure to asbestos, a group of minerals once widely used for their heat-resistant properties, primarily...
In a significant legal win, a Pennsylvania jury awarded $3.8 million to Harry and Rae Chirdon in a mesothelioma lawsuit against Foster Wheeler Corporation. This case shows how dangerous asbestos exposure can be and why it's important to hold companies responsible for...
Various industries use asbestos, a group of naturally occurring minerals, due to its resistance to heat and corrosion. However, medical professionals have long known its adverse health effects and the fact that exposure can lead to serious illnesses such as...
Avon recently faced a significant legal decision in a talcum powder lawsuit involving asbestos contamination. The jury awarded $24.4 million to the plaintiff, who claimed exposure to asbestos at Avon’s manufacturing facility in Morton Grove, Illinois, caused serious...
For many years, Johnson's Baby Powder has been a household staple for keeping skin dry and comfortable. Recently, concerns have arisen about possible asbestos exposure in talcum-based baby powder products. Understanding these concerns is important for making informed...