Johnson & Johnson, maker of the famous talcum powder known by the brand name Baby Powder, has long denied any asbestos contamination of its products. They have maintained this claim during all of the civil suits brought against the company related to allegations...
We Know Mesothelioma
Year: 2019
What to do if you think you’ve been exposed to asbestos
Asbestos exposure is a main concern in many industries, as it has the potential to cause serious health issues such as lung cancer, pleural disease, asbestosis and mesothelioma. It's important to do your best to avoid asbestos exposure at all costs. This holds true...
Can spouses be affected by asbestos exposure?
Asbestos is a highly toxic material that has a high resistance to heat. It was a very popular material that was used widely in the construction industry in the United States for decades. It wasn't until the material was discovered to be very dangerous in the 1960s...
Asbestos violations result in almost $800,000 in fines
Two companies, Northlake Capital & Development and 3917 Densmore LLC, are facing thousands of dollars in fines after the Washington Department of Labor and Industries cited improper and unsafe asbestos handling at a Seattle home-flipping site. The Department of...
Living with a mesothelioma diagnosis
A mesothelioma diagnosis is very serious and life changing. From the moment you are told you have this terminal condition, your life is likely going to revolve around treatments to try to do away with the cancer and help extend your life expectancy. It is important...