Mesothelioma--Lawyer.com Asbestos Information Archive: July 2006
Town Poses Asbestos Threat to Tourist
The Australian Government is starting to take action over the tourist industry in Wittenoom, in the Western state of Australia. The government feels that tourists should be warned of the asbestos danger involved in their visit.
Article Added July 3rd, 2006
The Australian Government is starting to take action over the tourist industry in Wittenoom, in the Western state of Australia. The government feels that tourists should be warned of the asbestos danger involved in their visit.
Article Added July 3rd, 2006
Smoking Gun Found in Asbestos Case
General Motors has a supposed document that could bring Royal & Sunalliance to its knees in the year old case of producer against insurer. The memo supposedly would turn the case, with indications that it states an admission of liability.
Article Added July 4th, 2006
General Motors has a supposed document that could bring Royal & Sunalliance to its knees in the year old case of producer against insurer. The memo supposedly would turn the case, with indications that it states an admission of liability.
Article Added July 4th, 2006
Mandate Resolves Responsibility in Asbestos Case
A construction company in Missouri was warned that they had to investigate for asbestos, according to the city. The company is now under investigation for mishandling asbestos at a downtown plaza.
Article Added July 5th, 2006
A construction company in Missouri was warned that they had to investigate for asbestos, according to the city. The company is now under investigation for mishandling asbestos at a downtown plaza.
Article Added July 5th, 2006
South Asia Site for Dangerous Ships
The need for jobs in India and Bangladesh seems to supercede the need for safety. When no one else will take on the demolition of an asbestos-laden ship, these shipyards jump at the opportunity, though working with third world safety stipulations.
Article Added July 6th, 2006
The need for jobs in India and Bangladesh seems to supercede the need for safety. When no one else will take on the demolition of an asbestos-laden ship, these shipyards jump at the opportunity, though working with third world safety stipulations.
Article Added July 6th, 2006
Asbestos Town Makes Due Without Power
A ghost town that has suffered under the cloud of asbestos is making due without power after the government pulled the town’s electricity supply. The dwindling town now totals eight residents.
Article Added July 7th, 2006
A ghost town that has suffered under the cloud of asbestos is making due without power after the government pulled the town’s electricity supply. The dwindling town now totals eight residents.
Article Added July 7th, 2006
Missouri Construction Site Riddle With Asbestos
A demolition site in Kansas City was under fire due to asbestos concerns. But when tests came back, the extent of the issue was worse than had been expected. Responsibility and ramifications are now being considered.
Article Added July 10th, 2006
A demolition site in Kansas City was under fire due to asbestos concerns. But when tests came back, the extent of the issue was worse than had been expected. Responsibility and ramifications are now being considered.
Article Added July 10th, 2006
Asbestos Evacuation Results in Refund
A Denver apartment building is refunding more than 300 renters after the building was evacuated last month. They will get not only their rent refunded, but will receive their security deposit back as well.
Article Added July 11th, 2006
A Denver apartment building is refunding more than 300 renters after the building was evacuated last month. They will get not only their rent refunded, but will receive their security deposit back as well.
Article Added July 11th, 2006
One Stop Answer for Asbestos Problem
The amount of asbestos-related cases in the United States is on the rise. With so many different parties involved, a cure-all answer would be hard to find. There may be a middle road, though, for victims and companies alike.
Article Added July 12th, 2006
The amount of asbestos-related cases in the United States is on the rise. With so many different parties involved, a cure-all answer would be hard to find. There may be a middle road, though, for victims and companies alike.
Article Added July 12th, 2006
Japanese Hurry for Asbestos Relief
Under new legislation passed March 20th, victims of asbestos-related diseases and their families will be entitled to relief from the government. Since the legislation, more than 4,000 people have applied for help.
Article Added July 13th, 2006
Under new legislation passed March 20th, victims of asbestos-related diseases and their families will be entitled to relief from the government. Since the legislation, more than 4,000 people have applied for help.
Article Added July 13th, 2006
Casino Site in Buffalo, NY Shows Asbestos
A demolition site in New York was a cause for small concern when tests showed that the area contained asbestos. Though levels were low, precautions have been taken to secure the site from further disruption
Article Added July 14th, 2006
A demolition site in New York was a cause for small concern when tests showed that the area contained asbestos. Though levels were low, precautions have been taken to secure the site from further disruption
Article Added July 14th, 2006
Colorado School Gets $1 Million Asbestos Abatement
A group of schools in Colorado that had levels of asbestos detected during renovations have received nearly $1 million worth of asbestos removal. The budget for the removal has now almost doubled from its original numbers.
Article Added July 15th, 2006
A group of schools in Colorado that had levels of asbestos detected during renovations have received nearly $1 million worth of asbestos removal. The budget for the removal has now almost doubled from its original numbers.
Article Added July 15th, 2006
Asbestos Fund Still Raising Eyebrows
The Hardie Fund, a fund for asbestos victims in Australia, will be debated this week as ministers present a petition to the Prime Minister. Since the ruling by the Tax Office, the payments may be at jeopardy.
Article Added July 17th, 2006
The Hardie Fund, a fund for asbestos victims in Australia, will be debated this week as ministers present a petition to the Prime Minister. Since the ruling by the Tax Office, the payments may be at jeopardy.
Article Added July 17th, 2006
Asbestos Deposits Part of Nature
When a person thinks of the dangers of asbestos, they have visions of demolished buildings and things that are rotting. Rarely do people realize that asbestos is a natural mineral, and can be found even in your home garden.
Article Added July 18th, 2006
When a person thinks of the dangers of asbestos, they have visions of demolished buildings and things that are rotting. Rarely do people realize that asbestos is a natural mineral, and can be found even in your home garden.
Article Added July 18th, 2006
NC Power Plant May Get Abatement
An historic power plant in North Carolina may be avoiding demolition. Kinston officials say that abatement bids have come in lower than expected, making the asbestos removal a real possibility for the interesting building.
Article Added July 19th, 2006
An historic power plant in North Carolina may be avoiding demolition. Kinston officials say that abatement bids have come in lower than expected, making the asbestos removal a real possibility for the interesting building.
Article Added July 19th, 2006
Ireland Getting Double the Victims
In the past decade, the number of asbestos victims seen in North Ireland hospitals has doubled. Some analysts think that the numbers will not peak for another 40 years.
Article Added July 20th, 2006
In the past decade, the number of asbestos victims seen in North Ireland hospitals has doubled. Some analysts think that the numbers will not peak for another 40 years.
Article Added July 20th, 2006
Asbestos Testing Denied to Victims
Months after rescuers were exposed to asbestos in Australia, asbestos screening still has not taken place. Because of bureaucratic wrangling, 250 people have gone without testing that may save their lives.
Article Added July 21st, 2006
Months after rescuers were exposed to asbestos in Australia, asbestos screening still has not taken place. Because of bureaucratic wrangling, 250 people have gone without testing that may save their lives.
Article Added July 21st, 2006
Texas Bike Trail Has Asbestos
A future hike-and-bike site in Texas has tested positive for large amounts of asbestos, causing concern for the community and a hold in plans going forward.
Article Added July 22nd, 2006
A future hike-and-bike site in Texas has tested positive for large amounts of asbestos, causing concern for the community and a hold in plans going forward.
Article Added July 22nd, 2006
Hate Mail New Issue for Asbestos Victims
Asbestos victims suffer from debilitating diseases, high medical bills and the thought that their life may soon be coming to a close. But a new issue has asbestos victims worried; hate mail.
Article Added July 23rd, 2006
Asbestos victims suffer from debilitating diseases, high medical bills and the thought that their life may soon be coming to a close. But a new issue has asbestos victims worried; hate mail.
Article Added July 23rd, 2006
PM to Meet Asbestos Victim
The saga for asbestos victims in Australia continues, as one victim meets with the Prime Minister. Bernie Banton is hoping that, by meeting with the PM, the issues of the Hardie Fund may be resolved.
Article Added July 24th, 2006
The saga for asbestos victims in Australia continues, as one victim meets with the Prime Minister. Bernie Banton is hoping that, by meeting with the PM, the issues of the Hardie Fund may be resolved.
Article Added July 24th, 2006
India Uses Asbestos Despite Ban
Though the Indian government has banned mining of asbestos, the country continues to collect the hazardous substance. Though the mines may not be active, importation of the material is on the rise.
Article Added July 25th, 2006
Though the Indian government has banned mining of asbestos, the country continues to collect the hazardous substance. Though the mines may not be active, importation of the material is on the rise.
Article Added July 25th, 2006
Firefighters Need Better Asbestos Training
After a disaster in New South Wales, unions are requesting that firefighters receive better training when it comes to asbestos and it’s handling. The unions are also pushing for medical testing for those who have already been exposed.
Article Added July 26th, 2006
After a disaster in New South Wales, unions are requesting that firefighters receive better training when it comes to asbestos and it’s handling. The unions are also pushing for medical testing for those who have already been exposed.
Article Added July 26th, 2006
Britain Still Discussing Asbestos Relief
Britain leads the way as one of the countries most affected by asbestos-related diseases. It is estimated that one in five people there have some sort of disease or disorder linked to the deadly material, and talks are now in session for government help to asbestos victims.
Article Added July 27th, 2006
Britain leads the way as one of the countries most affected by asbestos-related diseases. It is estimated that one in five people there have some sort of disease or disorder linked to the deadly material, and talks are now in session for government help to asbestos victims.
Article Added July 27th, 2006
Summer’s End Causes Crunch for Asbestos Removal
Summer is winding to a close, and schools that are seeking to get asbestos removed from buildings are scrambling to get the job done before school starts in August. An Indiana school is hoping to get abatement completed as soon as possible.
Article Added July 28th, 2006
Summer is winding to a close, and schools that are seeking to get asbestos removed from buildings are scrambling to get the job done before school starts in August. An Indiana school is hoping to get abatement completed as soon as possible.
Article Added July 28th, 2006
Connecticut School Maintenance Crew Exposed to Asbestos
A CT school union has become involved in a case where maintenance workers were exposed to asbestos. Roof work on the school dislodged pieces of the potentially hazardous material.
Article Added July 29th, 2006
A CT school union has become involved in a case where maintenance workers were exposed to asbestos. Roof work on the school dislodged pieces of the potentially hazardous material.
Article Added July 29th, 2006
Laundry Exposes Woman to Asbestos
A British woman has died from second hand exposure to asbestos, causing a new furor for compensation laws and restrictions on the hazardous material. The woman was exposed to asbestos while doing her husband’s laundry.
Article Added July 30th, 2006
A British woman has died from second hand exposure to asbestos, causing a new furor for compensation laws and restrictions on the hazardous material. The woman was exposed to asbestos while doing her husband’s laundry.
Article Added July 30th, 2006
Asbestos Concern for San Diego Site
A new housing project may be dead in the water if San Diego residents have their way. Worried that construction would disturb asbestos, locals are asking that the plan be denied.
Article Added July 31st, 2006
A new housing project may be dead in the water if San Diego residents have their way. Worried that construction would disturb asbestos, locals are asking that the plan be denied.
Article Added July 31st, 2006
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