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Johnson & Johnson has failed at its second attempt at putting its talc litigation subsidiary into bankruptcy. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court noted that the company did not show that outstanding talc litigation had created the level of financial distress that would have warranted such legal action. The consumer giant faces tens of thousands of negligence » Read More

Although cases of asbestos exposure in older schools have gotten much media attention, automotive workers can also experience the same related illnesses. An EPA report revealed that approximately 750,000 automotive service technicians could be exposed to asbestos while working with certain parts. For most of the 20th century, asbestos was in clutches and brakes. Other » Read More

In January 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced plans to develop new safety regulations regarding chrysotile asbestos and phthalates. The agency is required to issue a comprehensive agenda outlining upcoming or completed regulatory actions twice a year under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The EPA previously announced final risk evaluations on asbestos, » Read More

Construction is considered one of the most dangerous industries. Workers regularly encounter hazards in the course of building, renovating, and demolishing various structures. One of these hazards is exposure to dangerous substances such as asbestos. Construction workers face a higher risk for asbestos-related disease, such as Mesothelioma, and must take steps to protect themselves from » Read More