Blog: Firm News
- Can you tell products containing asbestos from those that don’t?
Feb 23, 2018
Do you live in one of the many beautiful, older homes in Pittsburgh? Perhaps you live in a newer development but work downtown or in one of the cities many old buildings or schools. You may already be aware that there can be health risks working or living in such areas. If you are a proactive type of person, you might have already researched such topics and learned that asbestos presents significant dangers to workers...Read More - Pittsburgh: a hub for steel production, not without consequences
Feb 11, 2018
Most Pennsylvania residents know all about Pittsburgh because of its champion sports teams. History buffs may also recall the downtown area as a central figure in the nation’s steel industry boom, just before World War II. If you grew up near or around Pittsburgh, you and your family members may have worked in a steel mill or in a nearby factory or business. Decades have passed since Pittsburgh steel mills were productive, active workplaces; however,...Read More - Pain, lumps, shortness of breath…could you have mesothelioma?
Feb 9, 2018
When you feel unwell, you may not immediately be too concerned. Minor aches and pains come along with aging, and you may feel as if you could also chalk up other changes in your body to age or typical wear on the body. However, when the pain increases and you notice other issues showing themselves, you may begin to feel as if concern is warranted. You may wonder if you should seek medical attention, and...Read More - Are there hazards in your Pittsburgh workplace?
Jan 23, 2018
If you’re familiar with Pennsylvania state history, you likely already know a lot about Pittsburgh as it was a central hub of progress throughout the industrial revolution. In addition to its role as a significant figure in state and national history, the city continues to offer myriad amenities and cultural delights to visitors and residents alike. If you’re passionate about architecture, you may be thrilled by the many modern skyscrapers as well as old buildings...Read More - What are your fingernails saying about your health?
Jan 12, 2018
You may come from a long line of factory workers in Pittsburgh. Perhaps you grew up, like many others in this area did, watching your grandfather, then your father take their lunch pails and head out the door to report to one of the local steel mills for work. Your family set aside Sundays for going to church and, of course, watching the Steelers on television. As each of your birthdays passed, you grew more...Read More - Are you at risk for exposure to asbestos because of your job?
Jan 6, 2018
Pennsylvania readers know there are some jobs that are riskier than others. While some jobs are inherently dangerous, there are certain occupations that could come with the risk of unseen dangers, such as exposure to toxic substances. One of the most dangerous types of work-related toxic exposure is contact with asbestos. Asbestos is a material commonly found in building materials and industrial products. Because it is highly heat-resistant, it has uses in insulation, cement and...Read More - Hidden danger lurking in Pittsburgh
Dec 22, 2017
Whether you were born and raised in Pittsburgh or, like many, emigrated here from another state or country, you have likely enjoyed the countless amenities life in the Steel City has to offer. From the spectacular view atop Mount Washington to the three rivers below as they sparkle from nighttime lights, from tailgate parties at Heinz Field to the eclectic atmosphere of the Strip District, this city continually ranks high on lists of best places to live...Read More - Why did I get mesothelioma, but others didn’t?
Dec 15, 2017
More than likely, you spent a good deal of your workday toiling away side-by-side with other workers. You performed your job duties in the same manner and suffered exposure to the same asbestos-filled air on a daily basis. Now that your doctors diagnosed you with mesothelioma, you may wonder why you suffer from this rare and mostly asbestos-related cancer, but others who you work with managed to escape its clutches. Perhaps you are one of...Read More - Who is vulnerable to asbestos exposure?
Dec 6, 2017
Exposure to asbestos can be physically devastating, even if the damage isn’t apparent until years later. Pennsylvania individuals who work in certain fields would be wise to know about their potential risk for exposure and how they can protect themselves against coming into contact with this dangerous toxic substance. Asbestos exposure typically happens when the handling of certain materials releases asbestos particles into the air. Workers handling these materials could breathe in these particles, which...Read More - Pennsylvania ranks number 2 in mesothelioma deaths in the country
Nov 24, 2017
Living and working in Pennsylvania for any amount of time could mean that you suffered exposure from asbestos at some point. This is, at least in part, because of the numerous natural deposits of asbestos here in the state. In fact, the U.S. Geological Survey has accounted for 41 mines and deposits in Pennsylvania. What does that mean for the state? It means that Pennsylvania comes in at number two when it comes to deaths from...Read More