Many of the most deadly job hazards pose an imminent risk to workers. Construction crews working at significant elevations will immediately feel the effects of a fall. The same is true of a road worker and the pressing risk of a traffic collision, or a chef and…
Month: February 2021
Is chest pain a sign of asbestos-related diseases?
Chest pain can be tied to many different disorders and diseases. It is perhaps the most well-known symptom of a heart attack, and many people who are experiencing chest pain assume it is from a heart attack. However, it could also be indigestion, acid reflux, stress…
How common is mesothelioma?
Because of its aggressive nature, mesothelioma is considered a very dangerous type of cancer. It is also most common in the elderly, which can increase the risks. For these reasons, anyone who gets diagnosed with it, perhaps after exposure to asbestos, needs to seek…
Asbestos keeps creeping back into consumer goods
Back in the 1970s, asbestos was a common component of all sorts of household goods and building materials. The homes of that era were literally full of asbestos-containing products. By now, almost everybody recognizes the health dangers posed by asbestos exposure. The…
Is asbestos dust a threat?
Asbestos, though now largely banned, was used for many years in insulation, tiles and many other applications. At first, its resistance to fire and general durability made it seem like a very useful product, but the rise of asbestos-related diseases made it clear that…
Claims and lawsuits: Getting compensation for asbestos exposure
If you used to work for a company that later disclosed that it exposed its workers to asbestos, you may be in a position to make a claim. If you develop an asbestos-related illness, you may be concerned that you won’t be able to claim, though, because the company is…