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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was once widely used in consumer products for its strength and ability to resist heat, corrosion, and electricity. A fibrous silicate mineral found in large deposits in the earth, asbestos produces long, thin, crystalline fibers that when processed, break and become airborne. When inhaled, asbestos is extremely dangerous, » 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

A mesothelioma patient in California was recently awarded a multi-million dollar settlement in a combined victory against two companies that played a part in her asbestos exposure. The defendants in the case, cosmetics company Avon Products, Inc. and forklift manufacturer Hyster-Yale Group, Inc., were ordered to pay a total of $52.1 million to the plaintiff. » Read More