Mesothelioma--Lawyer.com Asbestos Information Archive: September 2006
Virginia Site Releases Asbestos
The normally stable town of Monticello has been in an uproar over demolition in the area. The problem is not the noise; it is that residents in the area are fearful that asbestos is being released from the site.
Article Added September 1st, 2006
The normally stable town of Monticello has been in an uproar over demolition in the area. The problem is not the noise; it is that residents in the area are fearful that asbestos is being released from the site.
Article Added September 1st, 2006
NJ Men Seek Asbestos Lawsuit
Two New Jersey men have filed a claim against a chemical company stating that they were exposed to asbestos due to negligence. The men want to receive compensation for medical expenses and mental anguish.
Article Added September 2nd, 2006
Two New Jersey men have filed a claim against a chemical company stating that they were exposed to asbestos due to negligence. The men want to receive compensation for medical expenses and mental anguish.
Article Added September 2nd, 2006
Autoimmune Disease Linked to Asbestos
Libby residents are shedding light on a new side effect of asbestos exposure. It has been found that people repeatedly exposed to asbestos show an increased risk of autoimmune disorders.
Article Added September 3rd, 2006
Libby residents are shedding light on a new side effect of asbestos exposure. It has been found that people repeatedly exposed to asbestos show an increased risk of autoimmune disorders.
Article Added September 3rd, 2006
NJ Finds More Asbestos
As demolition commenced in a New Jersey parish, asbestos was found and halted work. The asbestos had originally been buried at the site when other demolition has stirred up the material.
Article Added September 4th, 2006
As demolition commenced in a New Jersey parish, asbestos was found and halted work. The asbestos had originally been buried at the site when other demolition has stirred up the material.
Article Added September 4th, 2006
Asbestos Dumping Leads to Prison
A Texas man will be facing up to 25 years in prison after he allegedly dumped hazardous asbestos. The EPA states that any material containing asbestos needs to be disposed in a controlled fashion.
Article Added September 5th, 2006
A Texas man will be facing up to 25 years in prison after he allegedly dumped hazardous asbestos. The EPA states that any material containing asbestos needs to be disposed in a controlled fashion.
Article Added September 5th, 2006
NY County Taking Action Over Asbestos
A NY county that has recently been under fire over asbestos has taken action to improve their situation. In recent months, a few asbestos lawsuits have come to light involving the county.
Article Added September 6th, 2006
A NY county that has recently been under fire over asbestos has taken action to improve their situation. In recent months, a few asbestos lawsuits have come to light involving the county.
Article Added September 6th, 2006
Oregon Hospital Still Has Asbestos
After it became known a few weeks ago that an Oregon psychiatric hospital was riddled with asbestos, residents and former workers still have no answers. The state has not compiled a plan as to removing the dangerous substance.
Article Added September 7th, 2006
After it became known a few weeks ago that an Oregon psychiatric hospital was riddled with asbestos, residents and former workers still have no answers. The state has not compiled a plan as to removing the dangerous substance.
Article Added September 7th, 2006
Government Building a “Death Trap”
The UN building should be a place of peace and negotiations. But the detection, and ignoring, of asbestos in the building has created what some government officials call a “death trap.”
Article Added September 8th, 2006
The UN building should be a place of peace and negotiations. But the detection, and ignoring, of asbestos in the building has created what some government officials call a “death trap.”
Article Added September 8th, 2006
Directory Launched for Asbestos Professionals
Recent high profile news stories have prompted a new desire for asbestos professionals all over the country. What was once a small, local demand has now turned into a service that needs a national directory.
Article Added September 11th, 2006
Recent high profile news stories have prompted a new desire for asbestos professionals all over the country. What was once a small, local demand has now turned into a service that needs a national directory.
Article Added September 11th, 2006
Settlement Reached in CA Asbestos Case
A Monterey County construction company has settled with the county’s District Attorney in an asbestos case. The case alleged that the company mishandled and illegally disposed of the hazardous material.
Article Added September 12th, 2006
A Monterey County construction company has settled with the county’s District Attorney in an asbestos case. The case alleged that the company mishandled and illegally disposed of the hazardous material.
Article Added September 12th, 2006
Government Workers Get Doctor for Asbestos
After it was discovered that government employees were exposed to high levels of asbestos while contracted, the Architect of the Capitol has hired a physician specifically to monitor their conditions.
Article Added September 13th, 2006
After it was discovered that government employees were exposed to high levels of asbestos while contracted, the Architect of the Capitol has hired a physician specifically to monitor their conditions.
Article Added September 13th, 2006
Contractor Hit With Asbestos Violations
A Kentucky contractor has been issued two violations due to illegal asbestos dumping. The asbestos most likely was removed from a nearby school and dumped in a local landfill.
Article Added September 14th, 2006
A Kentucky contractor has been issued two violations due to illegal asbestos dumping. The asbestos most likely was removed from a nearby school and dumped in a local landfill.
Article Added September 14th, 2006
Asbestos Site to be Cleaned
A site that has been planned as a riverfront revival area is due to get a little cleaning. The state of Ohio will be choosing a demolition and abatement crew for the former Mercy Hospital site.
Article Added September 15th, 2006
A site that has been planned as a riverfront revival area is due to get a little cleaning. The state of Ohio will be choosing a demolition and abatement crew for the former Mercy Hospital site.
Article Added September 15th, 2006
Oregon School Latest to Have Asbestos
In the latest turn in asbestos problems for the state of Oregon, a school in Salem has been closed due to the hazardous material. The school’s opening was delayed until next week while other plans are being made.
Article Added September 18th, 2006
In the latest turn in asbestos problems for the state of Oregon, a school in Salem has been closed due to the hazardous material. The school’s opening was delayed until next week while other plans are being made.
Article Added September 18th, 2006
Asbestos Case may Turn Into Fraud Case
In an unexpected twist to a court case involving asbestos exposure and a transportation company, a West Virginia law firm has said that they plan to counter sue the plaintiffs for suspected fraud.
Article Added September 19th, 2006
In an unexpected twist to a court case involving asbestos exposure and a transportation company, a West Virginia law firm has said that they plan to counter sue the plaintiffs for suspected fraud.
Article Added September 19th, 2006
Mesothelioma Linked to 9/11 Site
As the five-year anniversary of the events of September 11th come nearer, many are unable to forget the trauma of that day. But for some involved in rescue and clearing the site, respiratory diseases will never let them forget.
Article Added September 20th, 2006
As the five-year anniversary of the events of September 11th come nearer, many are unable to forget the trauma of that day. But for some involved in rescue and clearing the site, respiratory diseases will never let them forget.
Article Added September 20th, 2006
Home Renovations Can Lead to Asbestos Exposure
Home ownership can be a blessing, with many projects to complete to make it into a home. But owners should be wary when completing home projects, as renovations can lead to asbestos exposure.
Article Added September 21st, 2006
Home ownership can be a blessing, with many projects to complete to make it into a home. But owners should be wary when completing home projects, as renovations can lead to asbestos exposure.
Article Added September 21st, 2006
Monterey Court House Still has Asbestos
After months of services being performed on the Monterey County Courthouse, the discovery of still-present asbestos has forced the County to move business from the North Wing to other parts of the building not affected.
Article Added September 22nd, 2006
After months of services being performed on the Monterey County Courthouse, the discovery of still-present asbestos has forced the County to move business from the North Wing to other parts of the building not affected.
Article Added September 22nd, 2006
Worker Pleads Guilty to Asbestos Dumping
A Colorado man changed his plea to guilty in a case alleging the illegal dumping of asbestos. The asbestos had come from a school undergoing renovations, and the man ordered the asbestos to be dumped in a landfill.
Article Added September 25th, 2006
A Colorado man changed his plea to guilty in a case alleging the illegal dumping of asbestos. The asbestos had come from a school undergoing renovations, and the man ordered the asbestos to be dumped in a landfill.
Article Added September 25th, 2006
Asbestos in Apartments Result in Fines
An apartment building in Oregon that was undergoing abatement ended up costing the removal company more than $15,000 in fines. The decision was made after it became clear that two companies mishandled asbestos.
Article Added September 26th, 2006
An apartment building in Oregon that was undergoing abatement ended up costing the removal company more than $15,000 in fines. The decision was made after it became clear that two companies mishandled asbestos.
Article Added September 26th, 2006
City to Pay for Asbestos Cleanup
San Jose may have gotten a discount in 2003 for abatement performed within the city limits. The EPA stepped in and offered to find and fund the best price possible with the understanding the city would pay them back.
Article Added September 27th, 2006
San Jose may have gotten a discount in 2003 for abatement performed within the city limits. The EPA stepped in and offered to find and fund the best price possible with the understanding the city would pay them back.
Article Added September 27th, 2006
GOP Leader Joins Asbestos Lawsuit
A chairwoman of the local Republican party in Cayuga County has joined up with a lawsuit allowing parties to sue the county. She states that, since she worked in a building littered with asbestos, she wants the right to sue.
Article Added September 28th, 2006
A chairwoman of the local Republican party in Cayuga County has joined up with a lawsuit allowing parties to sue the county. She states that, since she worked in a building littered with asbestos, she wants the right to sue.
Article Added September 28th, 2006
Court Official Sued for Asbestos Exposure
In a turn from normal events, employees of a Massachusetts courthouse are suing one of their own. The case alleges that the man knew of the threat of asbestos exposure and did nothing about it.
Article Added September 29th, 2006
In a turn from normal events, employees of a Massachusetts courthouse are suing one of their own. The case alleges that the man knew of the threat of asbestos exposure and did nothing about it.
Article Added September 29th, 2006
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