Mesothelioma--Lawyer.com Asbestos Information Archive: October 2006
Health Department Building has Asbestos In an ironic string of events, a South Carolina Health Department building found asbestos in it’s building. The discovery came when a worker was installing an air vent in a wall, and dust was released into the building. Article Added October 2nd, 2006
Asbestos Help Website Launched America’s Watchdog, and advocacy group that looks out for consumers, has made good on a promise to help asbestos victims. The group unveiled this week a website with information and contacts for those affected by asbestos exposure. Article Added October 3rd, 2006
Asbestos Cases Big Business Most lawyers usually focus on one part of the law, making a specialized practice of just one part of the American judicial system. But those lawyers that handle asbestos cases have found it is an industry all its own. Article Added October 4th, 2006
Capitol Tunnels Get Abatement The continuing saga of the tunnels under Capitol Hill took a turn for the better this week as asbestos abatement got under way. The site was prepared for abatement to commence this weekend. Article Added October 5th, 2006
Asbestos Bankruptcy Approved A building material company received preliminary approval from a judge this week in their bankruptcy case. The company had to decided to declare bankruptcy after a slew of health claims were reported for asbestos exposure. Article Added October 6th, 2006
Town Hall Has Asbestos A New Jersey Town Hall will still move to a building even after asbestos was found in soil samples. City officials are in discussions to affirm that the move will be complete by November 1st. Article Added October 9th, 2006
California Has Another Asbestos Settlement Another large settlement has been handed down by a California court in an asbestos-related case. The settlement, at almost $4 million, in one of the largest handed down to one individual plaintiff. Article Added October 10th, 2006
Company Fined for Mishandling Asbestos An Ohio company is being fined for mishandling asbestos at a Lisbon landfill. The company is charged with improper disposal and handling, while additional charges or prison time may be passed. Article Added October 11th, 2006
Asbestos Violation Handed to Californian California, and specifically Tracy County, is seeing more problems with asbestos. A man in Hayward has been indicted in a case that says he illegally demolished and dumped material containing asbestos. Article Added October 12th, 2006
Floor’s Asbestos Causes Fear A Virginia school was undergoing renovations when it was discovered that the floor, which was being removed, contained asbestos. Parents were frightened that their children may have been exposed. Article Added October 13th, 2006
Rain Causes Asbestos Fears A Tennessee building is under scrutiny after heavy rains caused the roof to cave in. Demolition was planned, until asbestos was found in the rubble. City officials are trying to compile a plan of action. Article Added October 16th, 2006
Valley Forge Has Asbestos A former landfill located in the Valley Forge National Historical Park is under debate, considering that the site contains asbestos. Officials are planning a meeting for Thursday to discuss the next step. Article Added October 17th, 2006
Illinois Deals With Hidden Asbestos Recent demolition of a school yielded more than just new ground. After the building was torn down, asbestos was discovered hidden in the ground and soil beneath. Officials are now trying to make a plan for abatement. Article Added October 18th, 2006
City Hall Closes for Asbestos Another California government building was shut as a result of an asbestos scare. The Salinas City Hall was closed after fibers, believed to be asbestos, were found in the air ducts. Article Added October 19th, 2006
Ohio Settles Asbestos Suit A suit filed against Federal Mogul Corp. by the state of Ohio was settled in a court this week after more than a year in the judicial system. Both parties agreed to settle out of a trial to expedite help to victims. Article Added October 20th, 2006
Neighbors Wonder About Asbestos A new neighborhood planned for the outskirts of San Diego are being eyed with hesitation by neighbors. Though samples have declared the site safe, those in the area fear that construction could stir up old asbestos. Article Added October 21st, 2006
Wisconsin Hands Out Asbestos Violations A Wisconsin company has been ordered to pay costs associated with asbestos violations. The company is accused of improperly removing and disposing of material containing asbestos. Article Added October 22nd, 2006
Students Exposed to Asbestos on Trip Four students from a Connecticut Tech School were exposed to asbestos while on a trip into the field. The students were removing a furnace from a nearby house when they came across the exposed asbestos. Article Added October 23rd, 2006
Asbestos Violations on the Rise Hawaii is seeing a rise in asbestos violations over the years, causing concerns that locals are not aware of changing regulations. The state is revising awareness programs and certification in an attempt to cap the violations. Article Added October 24th, 2006
City Changes Asbestos Requirements Colorado has seen its share of asbestos problems over the last few months. One city ahs decided that reactive measures are no longer enough. The city’s regulations for handling asbestos have been updated as of the last Council meeting. Article Added October 25th, 2006
Airport Renovations Ceased Over Asbestos A Florida airport was undergoing renovations when all work was ceased. The discovery of asbestos caused the work to halt until an asbestos abatement could be carried out. The city is accepting bids at this time for the project. Article Added October 26th, 2006
City Hall Closed Over Asbestos A California City Hall hat was closed last week due to asbestos has still not been opened. Though the building was set to reopen this week, air ample test results are still not in, and the city is taking no chances. Article Added October 27th, 2006
Ohio School Closed for Asbestos A school in Ohio was hoping to open this week after renovations released asbestos into buildings on campus. After tests, though, the school announced that it would remain closed for at least another week. Article Added October 28th, 2006
Accident Imports Asbestos to Project The Citadel Plaza in Kansas City has had its share of asbestos problems from the beginning. Just when the project looked clear to resume, though, it was found that asbestos had been brought to the site. Article Added October 29th, 2006
Crack Down on Contractors Over Asbestos As asbestos concerns are being raised in the media, many homeowners are left wondering if their contractors are testing for the hazardous material. Contractors are now getting fines and being stripped of their licenses over asbestos. Article Added October 30th, 2006
High Court Denies Asbestos Case The case of Libby, Montana’s asbestos suit was delayed a bit when the Supreme Court turned down the motion to hear the case. The asbestos suit pits the EPA against W.R. Grace & Company, the company responsible for the asbestos mines in the city. Article Added October 31st, 2006