Warehouse workers frequently suffer on-the-job injuries, and among the risks they face are being diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases from exposure to asbestos. Whether through exposure to the older facilities they work in or from having handled goods that contain the toxic mineral, the workers need to be aware of the dangers posed by the
Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases are most commonly associated with occupational exposure. But many people have also been sickened by asbestos hidden in everyday household items, from children’s toys and cosmetics to appliances and sporting goods. While the use of asbestos in consumer products has largely been discontinued, some older items are still in use, and some
A Virginia jury ordered Norfolk Southern Railway Company to pay $5 million in damages to the estate of a former rail car repair worker who developed asbestosis and died from the disease. Steven Fowlkes had worked for the railroad company between 1979 and 1990 and was never warned of the dangers arising from exposure to
The USS Purdy (DD-734) was an Allen M. Sumner class destroyer that entered service during World War II and served with distinction through the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Designed to protect other Naval vessels and carry out submarine warfare operations, the ship was known for its versatility, adaptability, and advanced radar system. Like
Months and years after the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and other sites, the health effects of the disaster became clear. Asbestos and other toxic chemicals in the air and the pile of rubble gave rise to deadly diseases. First responders and others in the vicinity of the Twin Towers began showing symptoms of
The USS Tuscaloosa (LST-1187) was a tank landing ship designed for the specific purpose of facilitating the offloading of United States amphibious forces. The ship was constructed and launched in 1969 and largely served during the Vietnam War. Many of the ship’s components were made using asbestos, which led to exposure and a diagnosis of
Asbestos protects against heat and flame, resists electricity, and resists chemical degradation, making it a valuable component in research laboratories. As a result of asbestos being a component of several types of laboratory equipment, laboratory technicians, researchers, and clinical scientists were put at risk of being diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. How
Like many other Navy veterans, officers and crew members who served on the USS San Jose (AFS-7) are at risk of developing mesothelioma from shipboard asbestos exposure. Built by the National Steel and Shipbuilding Company, the San Jose was a Mars-class combat stores ship that had multiple deployments between her commissioning in 1970 and being deactivated
For decades, asbestos cement sheets were among the most popular building products in the United States. Used for roofing, siding, and flooring, the durable products were easy to work with and inexpensive, making them a natural choice for both residential and commercial buildings. Workers were exposed to asbestos and put at risk for malignant mesothelioma and other illnesses, which
De Beers is a familiar name to anybody interested in the diamond industry, but according to a class action lawsuit filed in Columbia, South Carolina state court, it is also responsible for the mesothelioma and asbestos-related illnesses and deaths of countless victims. The company and 28 of its affiliates are accused of negligence and negligence per