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Asbestos has almost become a catchphrase for the risks that many industrial workers and builders faced for much of the 20th century. The material has been in use since ancient history as an insulator against flame, among other advantages. Although warnings about the…

Sickness is one of the few things that can go wrong for which we don’t often blame other people. After all, who knows what causes a lot of health problems? In a few cases, however, we do know what causes problems. One of the ailments that is ascribed to traceable…

Consumer protections have come a long way since the old proverb “caveat emptor,” meaning “let the buyer beware.” Courts in Louisiana and many other states are empowered to order damages due to faulty products and falsified results surrounding them. One of the largest…

The vast majority of mesothelioma cases involve the lungs. In fact, the data suggests that around 75% of all cases involving this asbestos-related cancer involve the inhalation of the toxic substance. However, you may need to be aware of other, even more rare forms of…

You never want to hear these three words from your doctor: “You have cancer.” This will turn your life upside down, as you’ll have many concerns about your health and what’s to come in the near future. If you’re diagnosed with lung cancer, it’s imperative to work…

The children’s accessories makeup and accessories store Claire’s has recalled various makeup sets from its shelves in recent months. Its latest voluntary recall was issued on June 9. The Claire’s JoJo Siwa Makeup Set, Bath/Lot No. S180109 is thought to contain the…

Lung cancer is a serious disease that is typically accompanied by a variety of signs and symptoms. If you’re in-tune with your health, it’s easier to pinpoint these signs and hopefully catch the cancer before it spreads to other parts of your body. The most common…

Although asbestos is no longer in common use in the United States and other countries, abatement or removal is still continuing in many communities. Louisiana has a long history of manufacturing or assembling products with the crystaline fiber later assumed to be…

Many people across the country and here in Louisiana are under the impression that the only place you find asbestos these days is in old buildings. Unfortunately, that may not be the case. The Environmental Protection Agency did ban certain uses of this toxic…

Dozens of companies made the decision to use asbestos in their operations during the first half of the 20th century. Although scientific documents from the 1930s show the possible risk that asbestos poses to the human respiratory system, it was prized as an insulator…