Mesothelioma--Lawyer.com Asbestos Information Archive: March 2006
What are some of the dangers of asbestos in the home and workplace?
Not many people are aware of a very rare form of lung cancer called mesothelioma. A British Lung Foundation coalition has announced a campaign to educate the British public about the unknown and unseen dangers of asbestos around them as well as the rare effects of exposure to asbestos.
Article Added March 31st, 2006
Not many people are aware of a very rare form of lung cancer called mesothelioma. A British Lung Foundation coalition has announced a campaign to educate the British public about the unknown and unseen dangers of asbestos around them as well as the rare effects of exposure to asbestos.
Article Added March 31st, 2006
Bad Asbestos Job Renews Call For New Laws
After a botched asbestos removal went from bad to worse, legislators are now calling for worker training measures for those handling the hazardous material. The legislation would not only increase worker safety, but public safety as well.
Article Added March 30th, 2006
After a botched asbestos removal went from bad to worse, legislators are now calling for worker training measures for those handling the hazardous material. The legislation would not only increase worker safety, but public safety as well.
Article Added March 30th, 2006
Verdict For Navy Machinist Exposed to Asbestos
A jury in San Francisco reached a verdict exceeding $1.9 million in favor of a retired machinist formerly employed by the Navy. The victim developed mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos through valves, packing and insulation.
Article Added March 29th, 2006
A jury in San Francisco reached a verdict exceeding $1.9 million in favor of a retired machinist formerly employed by the Navy. The victim developed mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos through valves, packing and insulation.
Article Added March 29th, 2006
Asbestos Liabilities Funding Sees Progress
Insurers report progress with asbestos liabilities fundings, a result of 2004’s pretax charge of almost $6 billion. The move has forced insurance companies to narrow the gap of loss reserves for asbestos liabilities.
Article Added March 28th, 2006
Insurers report progress with asbestos liabilities fundings, a result of 2004’s pretax charge of almost $6 billion. The move has forced insurance companies to narrow the gap of loss reserves for asbestos liabilities.
Article Added March 28th, 2006
Cyclone Relief Dogged By Asbestos Fears
While the devastation of cyclone Larry is beginning to be repaired, the danger has not yet passed. Those that are assisting with the clean up now fear asbestos in the affected areas after more of the material was found in rail stations.
Article Added March 27th, 2006
While the devastation of cyclone Larry is beginning to be repaired, the danger has not yet passed. Those that are assisting with the clean up now fear asbestos in the affected areas after more of the material was found in rail stations.
Article Added March 27th, 2006
Mid-Valley’s Health Hung by Asbestos
The dangers of asbestos and the health concerns accompanying it are well known. But the continued contact with asbestos, and the resulting health problems, have not yet waned.
Article Added March 26th, 2006
The dangers of asbestos and the health concerns accompanying it are well known. But the continued contact with asbestos, and the resulting health problems, have not yet waned.
Article Added March 26th, 2006
Asbestos Awareness Voices Honored
The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) is holding its Second Annual National Asbestos Awareness Day Conference on April 1st, a time to recognize those who raise their voices for victims of asbestos exposure.
Article Added March 25th, 2006
The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) is holding its Second Annual National Asbestos Awareness Day Conference on April 1st, a time to recognize those who raise their voices for victims of asbestos exposure.
Article Added March 25th, 2006
More Asbestos Found By Rail Workers
Australian rail workers have uncovered more of the deadly asbestos material in yet another train station, causing more worry and shutting down more stations.
Article Added March 24th, 2006
Australian rail workers have uncovered more of the deadly asbestos material in yet another train station, causing more worry and shutting down more stations.
Article Added March 24th, 2006
Union Joins Quest For Asbestos Cancer Cure
A new medical foundation has promised to search for the cure of asbestos and benzene related cancers. Joining the search is the Asbestos Workers Union, a committee that is deeply involved with the diseases.
Article Added March 23rd, 2006
A new medical foundation has promised to search for the cure of asbestos and benzene related cancers. Joining the search is the Asbestos Workers Union, a committee that is deeply involved with the diseases.
Article Added March 23rd, 2006
Asbestos Patients Find Relief
After years of debate and waiting, people with asbestos-related illnesses and the families of those who have passed away due to the illnesses have resolution. They were able to apply for financial assistance from the government.
Article Added March 22nd, 2006
After years of debate and waiting, people with asbestos-related illnesses and the families of those who have passed away due to the illnesses have resolution. They were able to apply for financial assistance from the government.
Article Added March 22nd, 2006
Northland Hotel Shut Down Due to Asbestos
A Northland hotel was forced to close down after asbestos was found. Clarion Hotel is working with the Health Department after air-sampling taken during renovations turned up positive for asbestos.
Article Added March 21st, 2006
A Northland hotel was forced to close down after asbestos was found. Clarion Hotel is working with the Health Department after air-sampling taken during renovations turned up positive for asbestos.
Article Added March 21st, 2006
Asbestos Scare Spark Anger
Linear Park’s renovations were postponed last week after the unexpected discovery of asbestos. The work that started in January has been put on hold indefinitely, and residents in the area are furious over the possible exposure.
Article Added March 20th, 2006
Linear Park’s renovations were postponed last week after the unexpected discovery of asbestos. The work that started in January has been put on hold indefinitely, and residents in the area are furious over the possible exposure.
Article Added March 20th, 2006
Insurance Issues Delay Asbestos Removal
The decision to suspend asbestos removal until workers are covered by insurance has backfired. The projects have been on hold for almost six months. The delay is causing health risks for residents in the affected area.
Article Added March 19th, 2006
The decision to suspend asbestos removal until workers are covered by insurance has backfired. The projects have been on hold for almost six months. The delay is causing health risks for residents in the affected area.
Article Added March 19th, 2006
Asbestos Razing Adds Costs
The discovery of an entire floor of asbestos insulation may add more than $1.7 million to the demolition costs for the Milwaukee County Courthouse Annex. The bill had already stood at $5.2 million.
Article Added March 18th, 2006
The discovery of an entire floor of asbestos insulation may add more than $1.7 million to the demolition costs for the Milwaukee County Courthouse Annex. The bill had already stood at $5.2 million.
Article Added March 18th, 2006
Brit Ship Scrapped Despite International Ban
The Sir Geraint, a veteran of the Falklands War, is being dismantled in Pakistan. The dismantling went ahead even though the ship is riddled with asbestos, violating an international agreement.
Article Added March 17th, 2006
The Sir Geraint, a veteran of the Falklands War, is being dismantled in Pakistan. The dismantling went ahead even though the ship is riddled with asbestos, violating an international agreement.
Article Added March 17th, 2006
Pepco Shows Profit After Asbestos Settlement
Fourth quarter profit rose significantly for Pepco after a gain from a new power agreement – and an asbestos settlement.
Article Added March 16th, 2006
Fourth quarter profit rose significantly for Pepco after a gain from a new power agreement – and an asbestos settlement.
Article Added March 16th, 2006
Asbestos Appeal Fought by Families
An award of 152,000 pounds to a north Wales woman is under debate. Awarded the sum for the death of her husband as a result of asbestos exposure, other families fight to maintain the decision.
Article Added March 15th, 2006
An award of 152,000 pounds to a north Wales woman is under debate. Awarded the sum for the death of her husband as a result of asbestos exposure, other families fight to maintain the decision.
Article Added March 15th, 2006
Asbestos to be Ruled on by Lords
Law lords are to hear more cases from the families of asbestos victims. Both victims and families await the verdict, some with bated breath.
Article Added March 14th, 2006
Law lords are to hear more cases from the families of asbestos victims. Both victims and families await the verdict, some with bated breath.
Article Added March 14th, 2006
Apology Needed for Asbestos Victims
A Commissioner said it was sensationalist when asbestos was reported to be in a Holsworthy training facility, calling the health risk only “moderate.” Some think that the down playing of the situation demands an apology.
Article Added March 13th, 2006
A Commissioner said it was sensationalist when asbestos was reported to be in a Holsworthy training facility, calling the health risk only “moderate.” Some think that the down playing of the situation demands an apology.
Article Added March 13th, 2006
Train Stations House Asbestos
Two Australian train stations have tested positive for asbestos. The findings forced ticket booking offices to close until further notice.
Article Added March 12th, 2006
Two Australian train stations have tested positive for asbestos. The findings forced ticket booking offices to close until further notice.
Article Added March 12th, 2006
Former School Tested for Asbestos
A building that is up for demolition is one step closer to it’s end; the West Hazelton Borough Council has approved the former site of Encke Elementary School to be tested for asbestos.
Article Added March 11th, 2006
A building that is up for demolition is one step closer to it’s end; the West Hazelton Borough Council has approved the former site of Encke Elementary School to be tested for asbestos.
Article Added March 11th, 2006
Textured Coating Lowers Risk of Asbestos
Asbestos containing textured coatings pose a lower risk of harmful side effects than standard asbestos. New research confirms the idea that coating could make asbestos safer to handle.
Article Added March 10th, 2006
Asbestos containing textured coatings pose a lower risk of harmful side effects than standard asbestos. New research confirms the idea that coating could make asbestos safer to handle.
Article Added March 10th, 2006
India Claims No Risk In Asbestos
Only imported Chrysotile fiber is used in manufacturing cement sheets, according to the Asbestos Cement Products Manufacturers’ Association. The Indian manufacturing industry is on alert after its brush with the Clemenceau.
Article Added March 9th, 2006
Only imported Chrysotile fiber is used in manufacturing cement sheets, according to the Asbestos Cement Products Manufacturers’ Association. The Indian manufacturing industry is on alert after its brush with the Clemenceau.
Article Added March 9th, 2006
Payout Feels Remote For Victims
French firm’s bid to share responsibility could steal workers compensation. If all employers get together, the victims could be the ones to lose.
Article Added March 8th, 2006
French firm’s bid to share responsibility could steal workers compensation. If all employers get together, the victims could be the ones to lose.
Article Added March 8th, 2006
Mining Victims Get Another Victory
African miners who contracted diseases and ailments from their job may have new hope. Compensation for their ailments may be in sight.
Article Added March 7th, 2006
African miners who contracted diseases and ailments from their job may have new hope. Compensation for their ailments may be in sight.
Article Added March 7th, 2006
School Playground Host of Asbestos
British school has been found to have traces of asbestos on its playground. Parents are worried, and school may be on recess, permanently.
Article Added March 6th, 2006
British school has been found to have traces of asbestos on its playground. Parents are worried, and school may be on recess, permanently.
Article Added March 6th, 2006
Emergency Workers Exposed to Asbestos
Training at the western Sydney army barracks took a scary turn on Monday. Trainees were told that they may have been exposed to deadly asbestos following their anti-terrorist training.
Article Added March 5th, 2006
Training at the western Sydney army barracks took a scary turn on Monday. Trainees were told that they may have been exposed to deadly asbestos following their anti-terrorist training.
Article Added March 5th, 2006
Clearing of Asbestos Has Some Worried
The fourth floor of the University of Montana is getting cleaned up. The people on the third floor, however, are concerned about the work; asbestos is being removed from the floor above them.
Article Added March 4th, 2006
The fourth floor of the University of Montana is getting cleaned up. The people on the third floor, however, are concerned about the work; asbestos is being removed from the floor above them.
Article Added March 4th, 2006
Mine Air Heavy With Asbestos
The government of Newfoundland and Labrador commissioned research which shows that the Baie Verte asbestos mine is laden with airborne asbestos.
Article Added March 3rd, 2006
The government of Newfoundland and Labrador commissioned research which shows that the Baie Verte asbestos mine is laden with airborne asbestos.
Article Added March 3rd, 2006
Signatures Sought for Asbestos Bill
Senate aides have stated that the signatures for 60 senators are being sought in order to bring about another vote for the asbestos bill vetoed last week. The legislation would create a $140 billion fund for asbestos victims and their families.
Article Added March 2nd, 2006
Senate aides have stated that the signatures for 60 senators are being sought in order to bring about another vote for the asbestos bill vetoed last week. The legislation would create a $140 billion fund for asbestos victims and their families.
Article Added March 2nd, 2006
Extension for Asbestos Loan Given
A business that received funding for their asbestos settlement has been assured that an extension is on the way. The UK business was due for payoff within the year.
Article Added March 1st, 2006
A business that received funding for their asbestos settlement has been assured that an extension is on the way. The UK business was due for payoff within the year.
Article Added March 1st, 2006
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