Asbestos News Archive
Sep 26, 2012 - Asbestos Discovered in Massachusetts School
Asbestos adhesive was discovered in the Dunn Wing at Danvers High School in Massachusetts, forcing further precautions to be taken while renovations are taking place. Exposure to asbestos is the primary cause of mesothelioma, an aggressive and deadly cancer.
Sep 25, 2012 - Northern Ireland Schools Plagued by Asbestos
Students and staff members at nearly 900 school facilities in Northern Ireland have been living and learning in schools contaminated with asbestos materials.
Sep 21, 2012 - Australia Finally Cracks Down on Asbestos Abatement
The Environmental Protection Authority and SafeWork SA (the South Australian equivalent of the EPA and OSHA) will now audit abatement contractors with surprise inspections that are designed to catch violators and encourage compliance.
Sep 20, 2012 - Asbestos Abatement at Sioux City Schools Approved
Asbestos in schools is always a concern and requires special handling, as demonstrated by these two schools in Iowa.
Aug 9, 2012 - More Asbestos in Woodstock Town Hall Than Previously Thought
Original estimates for proper removal of building materials that contain asbestos in the historic Town Hall of Woodstock, New York has increased.
Mar 1, 2012 - Broward Courthouse Employees Sue Over Asbestos and Mold
An attorney for 19 former courthouse employees of Broward County filed suit against the county, claiming the workplace is contaminated with toxic substances, including asbestos, that could later cause illness, such as mesothelioma.
Feb 29, 2012 - Mesothelioma Lawsuit Ends with $2 Million Award
A former plant worker diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma due to occupational exposure to asbestos was recently awarded $2 million at conclusion of his mesothelioma lawsuit.
Feb 27, 2012 - Citadel Plaza Developers Face Fines, Possible Jail Time in Asbestos Case
A developer and his partner were cited for asbestos violations that occurred during demolition of the Citadel Plaza in Kansas City, putting workers and the public at risk of exposure to toxic asbestos materials that could years later develop into the deadly asbestos cancer called mesothelioma.
Feb 14, 2012 - Will Vermont Asbestos Mine Become a Superfund Site?
The Belvidere Mountain Asbestos Mine has been dormant since 1993 but the issue of what to do with the toxic site is very much a current issue in the Vermont town of Belvidere. A debate is raging on whether or not the site should be designated as a Superfund site, and thus become eligible for federal money if and when any clean-up is to take place. Residents of two neighboring...
Feb 13, 2012 - Friable Asbestos May Lead to Jail Time
Anastsios Kolokouris was indicted by a federal grand jury for violating asbestos regulations and putting workers and others at risk of later developing mesothelioma, asbestos cancer, or asbestosis.
Feb 7, 2012 - British Parliament Tackles National School Asbestos Scandal
This week several Members of Parliament (MPs) spoke out against the deplorable conditions in many of the schools across the country. A startling statistic has recently come to light that has caught school and government officials completely flat on their heels: nearly three-quarters of schools in the U.K. contain unsafe amounts of potentially deadly asbestos.
The All-Party...
Feb 3, 2012 - Growing Opposition May Contribute to Canadian Asbestos Mine Closing
Thetford Mines in Asbestos Canada may be closed due to rising pressure to stop the mining and exporting of asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral known to cause fatal diseases such as mesothelioma, asbestosis and cancer.
Jan 24, 2012 - The Dual Threat of Asbestos and Mesothelioma Continues to Plague Australian Schools
Asbestos was recently found in science kits used by Australian schools, creating a risk for students of developing mesothelioma decades later due to exposure and raising concerns about the the ongoing problem of asbestos in the schools.
Jan 23, 2012 - Raymark Asbestos Clean-Up Estimated at $40 Million
Cleanup of the former Raymark facility in Connecticut could cost even more than $40 million to remove all the asbestos and other toxic materials from the site.
Jan 20, 2012 - Asbestos Threat Hangs Over Queens Apartments
There’s a specter of fear that lives over the Pomonok Housing project in Queens, New York. The apartment complexes are over 60 years old and have fallen into disrepair. Now residents are worried that they may have been, and continue to be, exposed to asbestos and live in fear of a mesothelioma diagnosis.
The complex, located in East Flushing, was the subject of an...
Jan 18, 2012 - EPA Exposes Improper Handling of Asbestos at Old DuPont Site
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is alleging that Lovett Contracting, a construction company out of New Jersey, violated Clean Air Act and environmental regulations by demolishing a building without first properly removing asbestos, creating a health risk that later could cause those exposed to fibers to develop mesothelioma and other serious illnesses.
Jan 6, 2012 - Illegal Asbestos Dumping Results in Public Health Threat and Stiff Fines
Eagle Recycling, operated by Lieze Associates out of New Jersey, has been fined $570,000 for illegal asbestos disposal which created a health risk of dangerous exposure that could years later lead to mesothelioma.
Jan 5, 2012 - “Superhospital†May Lose LEED Certification Over Asbestos
The McGill University Health Centre in Montreal faces losing their LEED certification after discovering that drainage pipes contain asbestos, a known carcinogen that causes mesothelioma, an aggressive and fatal cancer.
Jan 4, 2012 - Short Asbestos Exposure Leads to Mesothelioma
Even short lengths of exposure time and small amounts of asbestos can lead to mesothelioma, a fatal form of cancer linked with exposure to asbestos.
Dec 16, 2011 - Australia No Longer Considered Bonded Asbestos “Safeâ€
The Asbestos Management Review results clearly show that bonded asbestos, once thought to be safe, in fact still poses a risk of fibers being airborne with exposure potentially leading to mesothelioma.
Dec 5, 2011 - Asbestos Tainted Runoff From Libby Spoils Montana Water Supply
Concerns over exposure to asbestos continue for Libby, Montana residents as vermiculilte asbestos has been found in the Kootenai River. Thousands of Libby residents have already died from or devbeloped mesothelioma and other lethal asbestos cancers so the new discovery is disheartening for local residents.
Dec 4, 2011 - Faulty Fond Du Lac Asbestos Removal Results In Fines
A Wisconsin contractor has been fined $50K for failure to remove asbestos during renovations of a hotel, potentially exposing all in the vicinity to the risk of later developing mesothelioma.
Dec 2, 2011 - New Jersey Hospital Debris Spurs Asbestos Investigation
Alarm was raised after post-demolition debris from the former Zurbrugg Hospital presents risk of dangerously high levels of airborne asbestos, posing a threat of mesothelioma to all in the vicinity.
Nov 21, 2011 - Engineering Firm’s Mishandling Asbestos Causes Cancer Death
U.S. Engineering has been ordered to pay over $10 million in a mesothelioma lawsuit to a woman who died of asbestos cancer due to their negligence in removing the toxic substance from her workplace.
Nov 7, 2011 - Wisconsin Asbestos Lawsuit Seeks $200,000 in Cancer Case
The wife of a mechanic who died of asbestos cancer has filed suit against the manufacturers of asbestos products which she believes was the cause of his exposure and illness.
Nov 4, 2011 - Libby Asbestos Contaminates Canadian Day Care
Insulation found to contain vermiculite asbestos from the W.R.Grace mine in Libby, Montana, was discovered in a childcare center in Canada, proving how far the risk of harmful exposure to the toxic mineral can reach.
Nov 3, 2011 - Asbestos Scare in Illinois School Prompts Swift Action
Officials acted quickly when asbestos was discovered while making upgrades to several classrooms. Children were evacuated from any areas that might pose a threat of exposure to asbestos fibers, the primary cause of fatal illnesses such as mesothelioma and asbestosis.
Nov 1, 2011 - Supreme Court Intervenes in Mesothelioma Case Against Manufacturer
Kurns v. Railroad Friction Products Corp. is putting the US Supreme Court in the position of deciding whether state law holding railroad manufacturers responsible for workers injured by asbestos should not be preempted by federal regulations that are silent on the matter of asbestos warnings.
Oct 24, 2011 - Landlord Looking to Dodge Asbestos Fines Facing Jail Time
Tom Tienda, a landlord in Colorado, is facing fines and jail time for illegal removal and disposal of asbestos during a demolition project, violations that could potentially cause mesothelioma and cancer for those who performed the work.
Sep 8, 2011 - Lovell Center Gets Hit for Asbestos Violations
OSHA administered several asbestos safety violations to a major health care center in Chicago, Illinois that serves many veterans of the armed forces.
Aug 30, 2011 - Asbestos Violations Cost Massachusetts Developer $100K
Owner of Summit Construction is ordered to pay $100K for violating asbestos regulations during while renovating Union Products in Massachussets.
Aug 8, 2011 - $110K Fine for Failure to Protect Against Asbestos
The management company of a nursing home facility in Monterey was charged $110K for failure to protect workers from asbestos during a renovation project.
Aug 2, 2011 - Asbestos and Mesothelioma Fears Hamper South Dakota Flood Cleanup
Debris left over after the recent heavy floods in North Dakota has been found to include toxic asbestos containing materials that should be properly handled and disposed of to avoid exposure that could lead to mesothelioma, lung cancer, or asbestosis.
Aug 1, 2011 - Illinois Cleanup of Potentially Deadly Asbestos Delayed
Clean up of property where two buildings were demolished after a fire is delayed despite potential threat of exposure to asbestos.
Jul 25, 2011 - EPA Steps Up to Remove Asbestos from Burned Industrial Plant
The Environmental Protection Agency will step in to help with the cleanup of the Gibson County Meat packing plant destroyed by a fire and leaving behind asbestos containing debris.
Jul 25, 2011 - Longtime Asbestos Expert Warns Mesothelioma Danger in Montana Stretches Beyond Libby
Bruce Ingraham, an asbestos abatement expert, expresses concern that the dangers of asbestos that originated from Libby, Montana should be considered to be far reaching.
Jul 11, 2011 - James Hardie Industries Cuts Asbestos Funding
Earlier last month, James Hardie Industries, one of the world’s leading cement siding and backerboard producers, announced that it would be cutting funding of the asbestos fund created to help pay the legal and medical expenses of victims affected by the company’s asbestos containing products.
The company admits that in the past—before the 1980’s ban on...
Jul 11, 2011 - Portland Waterfront Begins Cleaning Up Shipbuilding Asbestos Legacy
Zidell Marine Corp. plans to begin clean up along the Willamette River in Oregon that is contaminated with toxic and asbestos waste due to a long prior history of shipbuilding.
Jun 30, 2011 - Goodyear Ordered to Pay Over $20 Million to Asbestos Victims
Goodyear has been ordered to pay over $20 million in awards to the families of two men who were exposed to asbestos laden gaskets and died as a result of such exposure.
Jun 27, 2011 - Tennessee Family Gets Second Chance at Mesothelioma Lawsuit
The family in a wrongful death mesothelioma lawsuit has a second chance to put it before a jury.
Jun 14, 2011 - EPA Called in to Investigate Asbestos Testing
A county worker in Northampton County has called in the Environmental Protection Agency to investigate whether there is unsafe levels of asbestos, creating the risk of exposure that could later develop into mesothelioma and other asbestos related diseases.
Jun 13, 2011 - Ohio Elementary School Foots $196,000 Asbestos Bill
In order to raze the site of a former elementary school, the Genoa School District first was required to perform costly abatement in order to prevent the public and the environment from being contaminated by asbestos containing products.
Jun 13, 2011 - Further Asbestos Abatement Needed Prior to Michigan YMCA Demolition
For the second time, demolition of the former Port Huron YMCA is delayed due to the need to remove additionally discovered asbestos containing materials.
Jun 12, 2011 - $1.2 Million Asbestos Fine for Illinois Company
OSHA has fined an Illinois company, Cicero, $1.2 Million for violations of the Clean Air Act and putting workers and the public at risk of asbestos exposure.
Jun 10, 2011 - EPA Says Libby, Montana Asbestos Cleanup Showing Results
The efforts to clean up asbestos in Libby, Montana, prior home to one of the largest asbestos mining operations in the US, are slowly making progress towards reducing risk of exposure.
Jun 6, 2011 - $132K Asbestos Fine for Indianapolis Company
Ford Lumber & Building Supply has been charged with multiple asbestos violations during a renovation project that could many at risk of later developing mesothelioma, an incurable cancer.
Jun 4, 2011 - Increased Asbestos Threat Following Missouri Tornado
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced a controversial plan to waive certain solid waste and air pollution regulations in the wake of several powerful tornadoes that hit the state late last month, especially the Joplin storm which killed over 140 people.
The regulatory body is willing to waive regulations concerning the proper removal and disposal of...
May 20, 2011 - Stirling Floodwall Project On Hold Due to Asbestos Scare
Work on the Flood Damage Reduction Project in New Jersey has been delayed until testing can prove there is no risk of exposure to asbestos, a naturally occurring yet carcinogenic mineral that causes mesothelioma and other lung diseases.
May 17, 2011 - Tornado Unleashes Deadly Asbestos After Destroying Page Middle School
Last month, a tornado destroyed large portions of Page Middle School in Virginia, leaving behind asbestos containing debris and danger of exposure to the deadly carcinogen which can years later develop into mesothelioma, an incurable type of cancer.
May 16, 2011 - Linden School Asbestos Removal Scheduled for Summer Break
Linden Elementary School is on schedule with their plan to remove asbestos containing materials from the campus over the summer, reducing risk of exposure to students and staff.
May 13, 2011 - Mississippi Man Awarded $322 Million in Asbestos Lawsuit
A former oil worker who contracted asbestosis after years of working with asbestos and asbestos containing materials has been awarded $322 million by a jury of his peers. It is believed to be the largest asbestos lawsuit verdict in the history of the United States.
Thomas “Tony” Brown, Jr. spent roughly 15 years working on oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico during the 1970s and...
May 13, 2011 - Brooklyn’s Flatbush Gardens Cited for Exposing Workers to Asbestos
Owners of an apartment complex, Flatbush Gardens, in Brooklyn, New York were cited with over $51K in fines for asbestos removal violations.
May 7, 2011 - Electronic Sensor Detects Harmful Asbestos
A new electronic sensor created by Datatecnics could detect the presence of airborne asbestos, hopefully preventing harmful exposure that could years later lead to mesothelioma, a fatal cancer.
May 6, 2011 - Oregon Employees Federal Credit Union Fined $21,000 for Asbestos Violation
The Oregon Department of Quality fined Employees Federal Credit Union $21,000 for improper removal of asbestos, a known carcinogen that can cause mesothelioma and lung cancer.
May 6, 2011 - Unsafe Asbestos Removal Halts Arsenal Business Center Construction
Due to alleged improper asbestos removal, the Arsenal Business Center construction was stopped until they can come into compliance with the Clean Air Act and EPA regulations.
May 3, 2011 - BP To Pay $25 Million in Penalties
BP has been ordered to pay $25 million in penalties for an oil spill that occurred in 2006 along the Alaska Pipeline System. They are also ordered to follow federal regulations when removing asbestos containing insulation adhesive.
May 2, 2011 - AIG Asbestos Claims Pawned Off On Berkshire Hathaway
The American International Group (AIG) insurance agency transferred the liability for over $1.85 million in asbestos-related insurance claims to Berkshire Hathaway earlier this month. The liability was incurred by Chartis, the “Property and Casualty” branch of AIG.
While many of the company’s total claims have already been paid, AIG was—until this new...
May 2, 2011 - 87 Defendants Named in Mesothelioma Lawsuit
Nearly 90 defendants who were involved in the manufacture and/or distribution of asbestos containing products has been named in a mesothelioma lawsuit by a former Union Carbide employee.
May 1, 2011 - Paving Company Fined for Dangerous Asbestos Contamination
Cascade Paving was fined for illegal transportation and disposal of asbestos containing materials during demolition of an older building.
Apr 27, 2011 - New Cancer Treatment May Provide Hope for Mesothelioma Patients
Research into NF2 gene disorders has led to scientists possibly discovery new method of treatment for mesothelioma.
Apr 26, 2011 - Jury Awards $1.4 Million for Mesothelioma Caused by Asbestos Cigarette
In a recent California mesothelioma lawsuit, Donat Lenney was awarded over a million dollar after the jury found the cause of his illness was due to asbestos in the cigarette filters he used to smoke.
Apr 25, 2011 - East Hampton Middle School Students Possibly Exposed to Asbestos
Unsafe levels of asbestos were found in a New York middle school while looking for potential sources of mold.
Apr 22, 2011 - NJ-Based Eagle Recycling Fined for Illegal Asbestos Dumping
Eagle Recycling Company pleaded guilty to illegal removal and disposal of asbestos, a known carcinogen that causes mesothelioma, and ordered to pay a $500,000 fine.
Apr 21, 2011 - Asbestos Discovered in Pennsylvania Elementary School
A Pennsylvania Elementary School scheduled for major renovations is now evaluating the added cost of removing floor and ceiling tiles that contain asbestos, a carcinogenic mineral that can cause mesothelioma and other fatal lung diseases.
Apr 21, 2011 - Massachusetts Convenience Store Chain Fined for Asbestos Violations
Tedeschi Food Shop Leominster, a convenience store chain in Massachusetts, was fined for asbestos violations and ordered to perform required abatement before the store can resume business.
Apr 18, 2011 - Asbestos Dangers Delay Michigan Demolition Project
The St. Claire County commissioners announced that an ambitious revitalization project involving five buildings owned by the county and the city of Port Huron (including the old YMCA building) would have to be put on hold until the county could come up with the funds to remove copious amounts of asbestos containing materials from the properties prior to demolition.
Independent testing...
Apr 13, 2011 - Oakland Military, Navy & Veteran Hospital Demolished
After nearly 70 years, the Oak Knoll Naval Hospital in Oakland, CA was demolished with 800 pounds of dynamite last Friday.
Apr 7, 2011 - Iowa Land Developer Pleads Guilty to Asbestos Conspiracy
Bob Knapp, an Iowa land developer faces the largest fines and sentencing ever in the United States for improper asbestos removal and Clean Air Act violations.
Apr 7, 2011 - Massachusetts DEP Fines Two Area Building Contractors
A 2008 investigation by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) resulted in over $45,000 in fines for Rhode Island and Middleboro contractors after pieces of asbestos containing materials were found lying in rubble piles at a worksite on Tobias Boland Way near the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA,
A $45,412.50 joint penalty was levied against Costello...
Apr 7, 2011 - Costly Estimate for Asbestos Removal at Greenville School
The cost to remove asbestos containing products from former Greenville School in Norwich, CT is five times higher than the estimated cost to demolish the property. Whether refurbishing or demolishing, the asbestos will have to be removed.
Apr 7, 2011 - Massachusetts Realty Firm Must Pay $200,000 for Illegal Asbestos Disposal
Boston realty management firm ordered to pay $200,000 for improper removal of asbestos containing materials and then illegal disposal.
Apr 7, 2011 - Pottsville, PA School Prepares To Remove Asbestos
D.H.H. Lengel Middle School in Pennsylvania is scheduled for asbestos removal this year as part of their asbestos management plan.
Apr 7, 2011 - Minnesota School District in Financial Crunch Due to Asbestos
The St. Louis Park School District is having to make decisions whether to continue encapsulating the asbestos containing materials in their schools or do complete removal.
Apr 7, 2011 - Union Carbide Owes $2.1 Million for Peritoneal Mesothelioma Lawsuit
Union Carbide is ordered to pay $2.1 in an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit to the family of a drywall installer who died of peritoneal mesothelioma.
Apr 5, 2011 - Wallace & Gale Found Liable in $9.6 Million Asbestos Lawsuit
Wallace & Gale Company have been found negligent and liable for the asbestos related deaths of four former employees and ordered to pay close to $10 million to surviving family members.
Apr 5, 2011 - Ohio Hospital Renovations Halted Due to Asbestos Contamination
Plans to renovate the former Molly Stark Hospital in Near Louisville, OH came to a standstill when the cost of mandatory asbestos abatement and remediation became prohibitive.
Apr 1, 2011 - Asbestos Conspiracy Uncovered in New York
Certified Environmental Services (CES), an asbestos remediation company out of New York, was found guilty of asbestos fraud.
Mar 9, 2011 - Asbestos Lawsuit Stayed In Take-Home Exposure Case
The Northern District Court of California stayed the asbestos lawsuit (Timothy Vest, et al. v. Allied Packing and Supply, Inc., et al) involving a plaintiff claiming his asbestos related illness was the result of second hand exposure from his father's work clothes.
Jan 21, 2011 - International Skepticism About Placing Asbestos on Global Blacklist
There is international skepticism that the Conference of Parties at the upcoming Rotterdam Convention will be able to place asbestos on the Global Blacklist due to Canada’s support of continued use of chrysotile.
Nov 8, 2010 - Montana State Lab Reopens after Asbestos Clearance
Leon Johnson Hall at Montana State University will be re-opened for classes today after air quality test results showed no danger of exposure to asbestos to staff or students.
Nov 8, 2010 - Des Moines YWCA Asbestos Removal & Demolition to Begin
Iowa City has hired asbestos abatement specialists to come and remove all asbestos containing materials before demolition of the vacant YWCA building recently purchased in Des Moines.
Oct 8, 2010 - Clean Up of Asbestos from Carter Carburetor Site
EPA is taking public comment regarding plans to clean up the Carter Carburetor Site in St. Louis of asbestos and other contaminants until October 27.
Sep 28, 2010 - ITT Corporation Announces Acquisition of SRA International, Inc.
ITT Corporation, liable for asbestos damages from prior operations, announces it will acquire SRA International.
Sep 27, 2010 - AMERICAN PRESIDENT LINES, LTD. – Ship Workers Exposure to Asbestos
Ship workers were commonly exposed to asbestos aboard ships due to the standard practice of using asbestos containing materials before the 1980's. Such exposure creates risk of later developing mesothelioma.
Sep 26, 2010 - Naturally Occurring Asbestos In Northwest Washington
Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral that causes mesothelioma and other lung cancers, has been confirmed along the banks of the Sumas River.
Sep 24, 2010 - BNSF Railway and Prior Use of Asbestos Products
BNSF Railway once used many asbestos containing products in both their steam and diesel locomotives, exposing many railroad workers and causing the potential for later development of mesothelioma and other asbestos related illnesses.
Sep 20, 2010 - United States Fidelity & Guaranty v. American Reinsurance
New York Court awards Travelers Insurance Millions in Claim against Two Reinsurance Companies after 17 Years of Litigation. (See New York State Supreme Court, No. 604517/2002.)
Sep 17, 2010 - Asbestos Alert in Clean Up of San Bruno Fire
Risk of exposure to contaminants, such as asbestos, are high after a fire such as the one in San Bruno last week that destroyed many older homes. Clean up crews are working to prevent any exposure to residents and workers.
Sep 3, 2010 - California Supreme Court Grants Review On Issue Of Liability Of Foreign Corporation
Last month, the California Supreme Court granted Plaintiffs' Petition for Review in Greb v. Diamond International Corporation.
Aug 31, 2010 - Kansas Prisons Asbestos Audit and Abatement
After an audit and order for compliance by the EPA, the Kansas Department of Corrections has begun inspections and some abatement of asbestos at several of their facilities.
Aug 29, 2010 - Potential Asbestos Exposure at Washington Elementary in Berkeley
Despite a teacher notifying school officials, classes continued to be held in a classroom that was later inspected by OSHA and found to contain unsafe levels of asbestos.
Aug 24, 2010 - Gefitinib: New Targeted Therapy for Mesothelioma
A new drug therapy using Gefitnib is being studied in a clinical trial as an effective treatment for mesothelioma, a rare and fatal cancer caused by exposure to asbestos.
Aug 23, 2010 - Proper Asbestos Removal & Disposal Procedures
Any building constructed before the mid 1980's most likely contains asbestos materials, known to cause mesothelioma, and according to federal and state laws must be inspected prior to demolition or renovation.
Aug 12, 2010 - Proposal to Cap Asbestos Soil at Sunriver
Oregon DEQ announces proposal to approve encapsulation of contaminated soil at Sunriver resort in order for redevelopment to occur without asbestos exposure occurring.
Aug 4, 2010 - California Union Pacific Railroad & Asbestos Exposure
Exposure to asbestos occurred for many workers employed through Union Pacific, which owns and operates several railroads throughout the United States, including California.
Jul 19, 2010 - CNA Sell Asbestos Liabilities to Berkshire Hathaway’s NIC Unit
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. National Indemnity Co acquires CNA's liabilities for all asbestos and environmental pollution claims.
Jul 18, 2010 - Effort to Ban Asbestos As State Rock
An effort to ban serpentine, the state rock for California since 1965, is currently underway due to the fact that it is a type of asbestos which is known to cause mesothelioma and other serious illnesses.
Jul 16, 2010 - Study Reviews Best Method for Removing Asbestos Floor Tile
A recent article in the Journal of Environmental Management reviewed two different methods for removing asbestos floor tile and mastic in health care facilities.
Jul 12, 2010 - Asbestos and Lead Clean Up Required for Restoring Mount Umunhum
Restoration, which includes asbestos and lead removal, to Mount Umunhum, a mountain peak south of San Jose and former site to Almaden Air Force Station, will soon begin.
Jul 12, 2010 - Asbestos Violations Occur During Demolition of South Carolina Textile Mill
A company hired to perform demolition of an abandoned textile mill in Chester County South Carolina has ignored orders to stop all activity despite known presence of asbestos containing materials and lack of protection against exposure.
Jul 5, 2010 - Leading International Researchers Call for Global Ban of Asbestos
International researchers and medical experts call for a total global ban on mining, manufacturing and use of asbestos due to the health hazards associated with exposure.
Jun 21, 2010 - Controversy over Asbestos at Hunters Point
Air monitoring for safe levels of asbestos during construction and clean up of Hunters Point Naval Shipyard continues while residents fear unhealthy exposure may lead to illnesses such as mesothelioma and other serious lung diseases in the future.
Jun 11, 2010 - Railroad Exposure to Asbestos & The Federal Employers’ Liability Act
The FELA states that railroad carriers are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, including protections against such hazards as exposure to asbestos, which can lead to development of mesothelioma and lung cancer.
Jun 10, 2010 - CONGOLEUM'S REORGANIZATION PLAN IS APPROVED
Congeoleum, a New Jersey floor covering company that once manufactured tiles containing asbestos, filed for a plan of reorganization which has been approved.
Jun 10, 2010 - Asbestos Containing Components and California Legal Liability
California Appellate Courts are in process of determining legal liability for companies that used asbestos components in manufacturing their products.
Jun 10, 2010 - Advocate Mines Asbestos & Johns-Manville Products
Advocate Mines is a former corporation that sold substantial amounts of asbestos to Johns-Manville, who then manufactured many products that contained the deadly substance.
Jun 7, 2010 - Garlock, Former Asbestos Manufacturer, Files for Bankruptcy
Garlock Sealing Technologies, who previously manufactured asbestos containing products, files for bankruptcy.
Jun 5, 2010 - RPM Bankruptcy Attempt May Not Be Approved
RPM International Inc. efforts to resolve thousands of asbestos lawsuits through bankruptcy may not be allowed.
Jun 3, 2010 - BONDEX FILES FOR BANKRUPTCY
Bondex and Specialty Products Holding Corporation, subsidiaries of RPM International Inc. who manufactured asbestos containing products, have filed for Chapter 11 proceedings in Delaware.
Jun 3, 2010 - Pittsburgh-Corning Unibestos: A Form of Asbestos
Claims against Pittsburgh-Corning Corporation, who manufactured Unibestos, a form of asbestos that leads to mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer, are anticipated to be filed in late 2010 by asbestos victims.
May 28, 2010 - Executives Plead Not Guilty to Teen Asbestos Charges
Former executives from a now defunct nonprofit construction company, Firm Build, are facing charges exposing high school teens to asbestos, a known carcinogen that can lead to mesothelioma, during a renovation project five years ago.
May 20, 2010 - Settlement between Marco Island and EPA over Asbestos Violations
Settlement negotiations continue between Quality Enterprises, the city, and the EPA over asbestos violations that occurred four years ago while renovating Marco Island in Florida.
May 13, 2010 - School Asbestos Management Plans Required
Public schools, including charter and religious affiliated schools, must have an asbestos management plan to prevent any exposure that could lead to mesothelioma. Failure to do so can lead to hefty fines.
May 11, 2010 - Largest Penalty for Improper Asbestos Removal in Baltimore
A Baltimore property owner and New York demolition contractor have been charged with the largest fine of 1.3 million for improper removal of asbestos and putting workers at risk of developing mesothelioma.
May 11, 2010 - Record $208 Million Asbestos Award May Be Reduced
The validity of a record verdict of $208 million dollars for a wife diagnosed with mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos by washing her husband's clothes is being questioned and may be reduced.
Apr 16, 2010 - Indictment against Man Posing as Asbestos Inspector
The Colorado Grand Jury has indicted a man who posed as an certified asbestos inspector and falsified test results and documents so that demolition could begin, potentially exposing all on and around the site to the risk of mesothelioma.
Apr 16, 2010 - Colorado High School Closes Due to Asbestos
Niwot High School in Colorado was undergoing repair and renovations when asbestos was discovered, closing the school until air quality tests show that it is safe for students and staff to return.
Apr 12, 2010 - Asbestos Delays Blast Investigation at Refinery
Inspections into an explosion at a Washington refinery are delayed due to the need to clean up asbestos debris, preventing any possible exposure that could lead to mesothelioma years later.
Apr 1, 2010 - Kansas Prison Issued Asbestos Compliance Order
After failing to comply with EPA asbestos regulations, a womens' correctional facility was issued a compliance order to make sure to protect against mesothelioma in all future projects.
Mar 30, 2010 - Asbestos Delays Investigation of Church Fire
In order to protect firefighters from later developoing mesothelioma, investigations into a fire at an abandoned church property were delayed when insulation suspected of containing toxic asbestos were found.
Mar 30, 2010 - Asbestos Inspector Pleads Guilty to Violations
An inspector responsible for making sure all properties are free of asbestos and do not pose a risk for workers of getting mesothelioma pleaded guilty to never actually doing the inspections and violating environmental regulations.
Mar 19, 2010 - Rally for Worldwide Ban on Asbestos in Italy
Anti asbestos activitists gathered in Italy to rally against the continued use and importation of asbestos, with a real concern for preventing future cases of mesothelioma.
Mar 19, 2010 - Asbestos Ridden School to be Demolished
A former school building slated for sale must have all asbestos containing materials removed before demolition to protect workers and public from future risk of mesothelioma due to toxic exposure.
Mar 9, 2010 - Reduced Purchase Price Wanted After Asbestos Discovery
A real estate company is requesting a reduction in purchase price of property after the discovery of asbestos on site to make up for the cost of proper removal and disposal of the toxic material.
Mar 9, 2010 - Improper Asbestos Removal at Old Air Force Station
Owner and property manager of the former Cambria Air Force Station face charges of violations of environmental laws, including illegal removal and disposal of asbestos containing materials.
Mar 3, 2010 - University Officials Acknowledge Asbestos Violations
University of Connecticut officials acknowledge that environmental protection laws regulating asbestos removal and disposal were violated during a recent renovation project.
Feb 26, 2010 - NIOSH Opens Asbestos Documents to Public Review
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has opened up asbestos regulation documents for review and feedback to ensure that safety levels are sufficient to prevent mesothelioma and asbestosis.
Feb 22, 2010 - Four Men Indicted for Asbestos Violations in Florida
Four men involved in a large conversion project in Florida have been indicted for allegedly violating environmental protection laws when they illegally handled and removed asbestos from the popcorn style ceilings.
Feb 19, 2010 - Asbestos Discovery at Sackets Sewage Slows Project
Progress at a renovation project at Sackets Sewage plant in New York is slightly delayed due to the discovery of an asbestos coated cement pipe that will need proper removal and disposal.
Feb 16, 2010 - Asbestos Discovered In New York Dormitories
Asbestos was discovered in the dorm rooms at Hamilton University in New York, prompting warnings to students to leave the ceilings undisturbed in order to avoid any unwanted exposure until repairs could be made.
Feb 15, 2010 - Alert over Asbestos Containing Tiles from China
A warning has been given over white, decorative tiles imported to Australia from China which were found to contain carcinogenic asbestos, creating a possible risk of exposure and eventual development of mesothelioma.
Feb 4, 2010 - Asbestos Removal Necessary before Renovations
Major renovation projects often require the removal of all asbestos containing products before any other work can be performed in order to safeguard against exposure to the deadly substance which can cause mesothelioma and other serious illnesses.
Feb 2, 2010 - S.F. Library Reopens after Asbestos Removal and Renovations
The San Francisco Bernal Heights Library has reopened after removing asbestos and completing renovations that left the intergrity of original design intact.
Jan 29, 2010 - Philippines Launch Anti-Asbestos Campaign
An email campaign to help convince the Philippine Congress to pass a bill that proposes to ban importing, manufacturing and use of asbestos has been underway in attempts to protect workers and the public from mesothelioma and other diseases caused by exposure to the toxic substance.
Jan 24, 2010 - Fire Department Asbestos Roof Emergency
The Colusa fire station's roof is in bad need of replacement as water damage has caused parts of it to collapse. Emergency funds are being sought as the roof contains asbestos, a mineral known to cause mesothelioma and serious diseases.
Jan 19, 2010 - Project Manager Pleads Guilty to Asbestos Cover Up
Asbestos was disturbed during improper encapsulation of a ceiling and later removal of that ceiling, causing the potential for any in the area to later develop mesothelioma and other asbestos related diseases.
Jan 16, 2010 - Possible Asbestos Contaminations Suspends Prison Visitations
An Oregon prison has cancelled all visitations after having to close the visiting room as well as other rooms because of possible asbestos contamination.
Dec 21, 2009 - Asbestos Clean Up at Paper Mill
A fire that damaged the former site of Parsons Paper Mill requires asbestos clean up before future use of the property can be planned.
Dec 20, 2009 - Asbestos Air Quality Monitoring Ensures Safety
Construction workers run a higher risk of exposure to asbestos and eventual development of mesothelioma, especially if they are performing renovation or demoliton on buildings constructed before 1980. Air quality monitoring can help prevent unwanted exposure during such projects.
Dec 15, 2009 - New Bill Increases Safety with Demolition and Asbestos Work
The New York City Council passed the final of 12 bills aimed at improving safety and preventing exposure to asbestos for firefighters.
Dec 4, 2009 - Asbestos Removal Cause Change in Courthouse Renovations
The Monterey County Superior Courthouse in Salinas is reconsidering plans to continue renovations to additional wings after discovery of asbestos in the first phase of construction caused costs to be much higher than originally planned.
Dec 1, 2009 - Asbestos Clean Up in Pueblo Continues
The clean up of a burned down property continues in Pueblo County Colorado despite budgeting challenges and high costs.
Nov 23, 2009 - Denver Water Employees Concerned Over Asbestos Dumping
Denver Water workers are speaking up about improper asbestos and toxic waste dumping that occurred at a site twenty years ago. They are expressing concerns now because they fear that development of that site might put others at risk of deadly exposure to asbestos.
Nov 23, 2009 - Contractor Must Pay $40,000 for Illegal Asbestos Dumping
Charlie Hampton, a contractor hired to clean up debris and toxic waste following Hurricane Katrina, has pleaded guilty to illegal dumping of asbestos at a vacant lot in New Orleans and has been ordered to pay a fine of $40K and clean up the site.
Nov 11, 2009 - Whitney Mill Subject to Asbestos Search
The Environmental Protection Agency issued search warrants of Whitney Mill in South Carolina after receiving information that asbestos was being illegally removed and concealed.
Nov 10, 2009 - Important Asbestos Demolition Regulations
Any contractor who is engaging in demolition projects that require the handling or removal of asbestos containing materials should be sure to check state and federal guidelines to avoid unsafe exposure and also to protect themselves against possible legal and financial actions for failure to do so.
Oct 27, 2009 - University of Wyoming Issued Asbestos Notice
The Wyoming DEQ issued a notice of violation to UW for failure to follow federal guidelines while performing renovations over the summer.
Oct 26, 2009 - Owner of Safety Company Indicted for Asbestos Scheme
Rogelio Lowe, owner of E&D Environmental Safety Training in Hayward, faces charges of illegally certifying workers for asbestos abatement and for mail fraud.
Oct 22, 2009 - Mancuso Asbestos Fraud Case Moves Forward
A federal trial against three brothers and their father began this week with charges of conspiracy and illegal asbestos activity, potentially causing lethal exposure due to improper removal and disposal of materials containing the carcinogenic mineral.
Oct 7, 2009 - New Jersey School Asbestos Removal Potentially Caused Harmful Exposure
Superior Abatement Inc, a New Jersey based accredited asbestos removal company, is being investigated for failure to follow federally required regulations while replacing a roof at Roosevelt High School.
Sep 29, 2009 - Asbestos Inspector Faces Charges after Falsifying Reports
The owner of J&C Environmental Services, Inc., Calvin Burks, has been indicted for creating and providing falsified asbestos reports and mail fraud for over 100 locations, possibly causing unsafe exposure to asbestos and the potential for future development of mesothelioma for anyone working at those sites.
Sep 22, 2009 - NY Asbestos Supervisors Face Charges of Improper Removal
Two contractors licensed for asbestos abatement face federal charges of Clean Air Act violations due to alleged improper removal and disposal of asbestos while upgrading dorms at State University of New York.
Sep 15, 2009 - EPA Investigates Asbestos in Fire Debris at General Industries
The Environmental Protection Agency is investigating the two block site of a former plastics and fiberglass manufacturing plant for contamination of toxic asbestos after a fire reduced it to rubble.
Sep 10, 2009 - Arizona Charter School Operators Fined For Asbestos Violations
Two Arizona Charter School Operators were fined over $22,000 for failure to follow federal regulations and inspect for asbestos and maintain an asbestos management plan.
Sep 3, 2009 - Australian Court Ruling Could Prevent Future Asbestos Exposure
A recent landmark High Court decision against Corby Borough Council for negligence during remediation of a former steel factory that resulted in putting the publics health at risk has another Council in Australia reconsidering its plans for redevelopment of what was once the largest asbestos factory in the world.
Aug 11, 2009 - Possible Asbestos Release during School Remodel
REd Lodge School in Montana is being investigated by several state and federal agencies over possible asbestos contamination during a summer renovation project where workers may have been exposed.
Aug 11, 2009 - Court Orders Clean Up of Asbestos Contaminated Demolished Site
Rock Valley Holding Company has been ordered to return ownership of a demolished property left in debris which is contaminated with two types of asbestos. The original owner has been given a court appointed deadline for clean up of the site.
Aug 6, 2009 - Texas Town Receives Grant for Asbestos Training
Out of more than 100 applicants, Canton, Texas is being given a grant that will provide funding to train local residents in environmental cleanup, particularly the removal of asbestos from brownfield sites.
Jul 29, 2009 - Vermont School District Sues over Improper Asbestos Removal
A Vermont School District is suing Morrison-Clark, a flooring company, for damages they claim they incurred after improper removal of asbestos containing floor tiles.
Jul 27, 2009 - Swiss Company Owners to be Tried over Asbestos Deaths
Two key shareholders of a Swiss construction company, Eternit, are charged with causing thousands of deaths and asbestos related illnesses due to contamination from their factories and products.
Jul 25, 2009 - G-I Holdings Must Pay for Vermont Asbestos Cleanup
G-I Holdings, a building supply company, has agreed to pay up to $300 million to address asbestos contamination caused by a formerly operated mine in Vermont.
Jul 11, 2009 - Coolidge School In Process of Becoming Free of Asbestos
West Elementary School in Coolidge, Arizona discovered 24 classrooms contained potentially friable asbestos during an inspection prior to starting renovations.
Jul 11, 2009 - Family Accused of Asbestos Violations Face Charges
Three brothers and a father from Utica, New York are charged with fraud and multiple asbestos violations over the last decade. Many state and federal government regulations regarding the removal and disposal of asbestos containing materials were knowingly violated, putting many at risk of exposure to asbestos, a known carcinogen.
Jul 7, 2009 - Senator Seeks Better Clean Up of Asbestos in Ambler
Senator Specter of Pennsylvania is asking for better removal and destruction of sites contaminated with asbestos, saying previous measures were not sufficient to prevent nearby residents from exposure to the toxic mineral.
Jul 6, 2009 - EPA Orders Asbestos to be Removed Prior to Demolition
A Florida developer, Trinity Development Group, is required to remove all asbestos containing materials before beginning demolition of a 30-story tower.
Jul 5, 2009 - EPA Tests for Asbestos in Former W.R. Grace Yards
Retesting soil for signs of asbestos in residential yards in Spokane was one of the first steps taken following the Environmental Protection Agency’s declaration of Libby, Montana as a public health emergency.
Jul 5, 2009 - South Korea Enforces Asbestos Ban
South Korea releases standards banning use of asbestos by manufacturers in many products. Asbestos was discovered to be in many household and medicinal products, cuasing potential threat to the public of developing asbestos related diseases, such as mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer.
Jun 26, 2009 - Louisiana Companies Cited $112,000 for Asbestos Violations
Three companies based out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana have been cited by OSHA for asbestos violations that occurred during renovations of the State National Life Building.
Jun 26, 2009 - Workers Sue DuPont over Asbestos Exposure
Three former employees of a DuPont nylon plant in Argentina have sued the company after developing asbestos related diseases. The workers claim that DuPont failed to protect them from known dangers of exposure to asbestos.
Jun 17, 2009 - EPA Declares Asbestos Emergency in Libby, Montana
Today the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) declared that the conditions in Libby Montana presented a significant threat to public health and declared the site a public health emergency. The Obama Administration has given over $130 million to assist with on-going clean up efforts and medical aid.
Jun 1, 2009 - New Fan Technology for Asbestos Removal
A large manufacturer and supplier of industrial fans has developed a new technology designed to be used by certified asbestos abatement professionals to remove asbestos and other airborne toxins.
May 29, 2009 - Oregon Man Charged with Felony Asbestos Pollution
Dan Desler, a Eugene businessman and land developer, is charged with unlawful asbestos air pollution and reckless endangerment regarding a former mill property in Sweet Home, Oregon.
May 16, 2009 - Air Force Cleans Up Asbestos
The Air Force has removed and cleanup up over 6,000 feet of asbestos laden steam pipes from Chanute Air Force Base, a former base near Rantoul, Illinois.
May 10, 2009 - W.R. Grace Asbestos Trial Ends in Acquittal
W.R. Grace and three former executives, who were accused of a conspiracy of knowingly exposing workers and residents of Libby, Montana to asbestos, were given a verdict of not guilty last Friday.
May 10, 2009 - Colorado School Reopens after Cleared for Asbestos
A middle school in Colorado has been cleared to reopen Monday after asbestos was detected during renovations of an area of the school that was closed off to students and staff. Air samples taken over the weekend tested negative so school will return to normal sessions and location after a weekend of cleanup.
May 7, 2009 - Iowa Developer Agrees to Pay $500,000 for Asbestos Violations
A Des Moines developer, Equitable L.P. has agreed to pay a $500,000 fine for failing to meet asbestos-handling requirements while renovating the top thirteen floors of a nineteen floor building between 2005 and 2008.
May 1, 2009 - Grace Asbestos Trial to Continue
After a week of trial proceedings that threatened prosecutor’s case against W.R. Grace, U.S. District Court Judge Molloy rules against dismissing all charges and the trial continues. Prosecutors say they will present their last witnesses and give closing arguments next week.
Apr 24, 2009 - Fear of Asbestos Exposure on British Columbia Ferry
A civil suit is being filed against B.C. Ferries with charges of negligent exposure to asbestos to passengers and crew members.
Apr 21, 2009 - Asbestos Causes Problems for Schools
In schools across the nation and worldwide, asbestos is being found and causing closure, relocation of students and interruption of classroom instruction.
Apr 16, 2009 - Landmark Win after Secondary Exposure to Asbestos
More common in the news these days are claims of asbestos related illness due to secondary exposure. In a landmark case, Margaret Dawson was awarded $400,000 by the Dust Diseases Tribunal in New South Wales after contracting mesothelioma, which took her life less than a year after diagnosis.
Apr 16, 2009 - Asbestos Weekly News Summary
Asbestos Weekly summarizes all pertinent news from the previous week regarding asbestos, asbestos exposure, and mesothelioma. Such information is shared to help those who have been exposed to asbestos and have developed mesothelioma to stay abreast of current, relevant events.
Apr 11, 2009 - W.R. Grace Asbestos Trial Updates
The W.R. Grace Asbestos trial continues with testimony regarding the company's knowledge that asbestos tainted vermiculite from their mine in Libby, Montana was dangerous to workers and the public's health.
Mar 28, 2009 - Cement Company Tests Show No Asbestos
The Ash Grove Cement Company has recieved results from air quality tests taken from an independent laboratory that show no evidence of asbestos in the cement made at their plant in Helena, Montana.
Mar 28, 2009 - Updates on Grace Asbestos Trial
Another week of trial against W.R. Grace came to an end with testimony and evidence showing that the company knew of the dangers from their asbestos-laced ore being mined in Libby, Montana. Despite facing possible criminal charges and declining immunity, a former Grace employee testified on behalf of the government.
Mar 14, 2009 - Libby Asbestos Trial Updates
The second week of the W.R. Grace criminal trial ends with delays, arguments against allowing expert testimony from an EPA toxicologist, and counter argument by defense attorneys that the EPA also knew of the dangers of asbestos to workers in the early 1980’s and yet they did nothing.
Feb 25, 2009 - W.R. Grace & Co. Asbestos Trial Continues
The criminal trial against W.R. Grace and Co., and five of its executives, began this week, with charges of knowingly violating the Clean Air Act and exposing workers and residents of Libby, Montana to the dangerous mineral asbestos.
Feb 16, 2009 - Contractors & Air Quality Controller Convicted in Asbestos Removal Case
Two contractors, John Wood and Curtis Collins, were sentenced to prison and ordered to pay thousands of dollars in restitution for improper and inadequate removal and disposal of asbestos from jobsites in upstate New York. Another man, Mark Desnoyers, working as a licensed air monitor in conjunction with Wood and Collins, was also convicted and is scheduled to be sentenced in March for...
Feb 14, 2009 - Owner of Asbestos Removal Company Faces Sentencing
The owner of the largest asbestos training school and abatement company, Albania Deleon, was convicted of hiring undocumented and untrained workers to perform asbestos removal and for paying employees under the table. She will be sentenced next week on February 17th in federal court.
Feb 13, 2009 - Asbestos Threat Slows Victoria’s Firefighting and Rescue Efforts
The presence of asbestos in debris has slowed recovery efforts for fire fighters and search and rescue teams in Victoria, Australia. Many of the buildings destroyed and damaged in the fire are known to have been constructed with asbestos containing materials and safety measures must be taken to avoid further injury to those responding to this tragedy.
Jan 31, 2009 - PPG’s New Bankruptcy Plan for Pittsburgh Corning Asbestos Claims
PPG Industires Inc. has filed a third amended plan of reorganiztion to settle asbestos liability claims associated through it's subsidiary Pittsburg Corning Corporation. The plan still needs approval from the U.S. Banruptcy Court and acceptance by several claimants.
Jan 31, 2009 - Liberty Mutual Ordered to Pay Asbestos Claims
Liberty Mutual Group has been ordered to pay the full costs of hundreds of asbestos-related lawsuits filed against Plastics Engineering. Liberty Mutual provided primary general liability coverage or excess coverage from 1968 to 1989 to Plastics Engineering Co., or Plenco, a manufacturer of asbestos containing products.
Jan 22, 2009 - World’s First Dedicated Asbestos Research Center
The Bernie Banton Center, the world’s largest asbestos disease and research center opened in Australia. The Center is named after Banton who was an outspoken asbestos disease campaigner who died of mesothelioma.
Jan 14, 2009 - Public Meetings Continue over Asbestos Mines
The Vermont Health Department and federal officials held public meetings this week to discuss the findings of a November study linking a higher rate of asbestos-related diseases with individuals living within a 10 mile radius of an abandoned mine. Citizens of Northern Vermont were given an opportunity to express their concerns and upset over the findings of the report.
Jan 8, 2009 - Navy Still Using Asbestos Parts
A survey by the defense contractor SYPAQ Systems has found that the Australian Navy continues to use materials containing asbestos, putting sailors and defense contractors at risk of contracting mesothelioma, asbestosis and other serious lung diseases.
Jan 3, 2009 - St. Louis County Fire District Building Vacated after Search for Asbestos
A building recently purchased by the St. Louis County Fire District was ordered to be vacated after investigations revealed the presence of asbestos in floor and ceiling tiles and other materials.
Jan 1, 2009 - Asbestos Found in Almost All New South Wales Schools
Asbestos found in most of New South Wales Schools after Department of Education employs strategy to establish an asbestos register. Despite the discovery of asbestos in almost every school, only a couple were deemed to pose medium risk and necessary actions are being taken.
Dec 27, 2008 - Hamner Institute Receives $2.1 Million Research Grant from EPA
The Hamner Institute for Health Sciences received a research grant for $2.1 million from the EPA to study inhaled asbestos-contaminated Vermiculite fiber.
Dec 27, 2008 - Ford Drops It’s Appeal in Asbestos Case
Ford Australia dropped an appeal against a landmark court ruling by the WA Supreme Court that awarded a former mechanic $840,000 in compensation for exposure to asbestos when he worked at Ford as a brake mechanic.
Dec 17, 2008 - Supreme Court Rules Manufacturers Not Liable in Asbestos Cases
Washington Supreme Court ruled in two separate cases last week that manufacturers are not liable for failing to warn about the hazards of asbestos in someone else’s product. Manufacturers do have a duty to warn about dangers associated with their own products, the court said, but not to warn about the dangers of another maker’s product.
Dec 16, 2008 - Study Reveals Higher Risk of Asbestosis for Those Near Mines
The Vermont Health Department conducted a study that shows people who live or have lived near a former asbestos mine have a higher rate of asbestos-related lung diseases, such as asbestosis and mesothelioma.
Dec 11, 2008 - Woolworths Fined Over Improper Asbestos Removal
Retailer Woolworths was fined for exposing staff to asbestos at two Devon stores. The Exeter Crown Court ruled that Woolworths did not take adequate steps to protect staff during a renovation project in which ceiling tiles containing asbestos were removed, resulting in exposure for staff.
Dec 5, 2008 - W.R. Grace Settles Asbestos Class-Action Suit
W.R. Grace & Co. has agreed to pay up to $140 million to settle a nationwide class action lawsuit that was filed on behalf of property owners. W.R. Grace produced an attic insulation, Zonolite, that contained asbestos and was installed in millions of homes.
Dec 1, 2008 - Tasmanian Union Calls for Central Asbestos Registers
As part of Asbestos Awareness week, Unions Tasmania investigated 326 workplaces and found almost half to be out of compliance with safety regulations in regards to the presence and use of asbestos. The Union is calling for a central register to better map asbestos in the workplace.
Dec 1, 2008 - Brumby Apologizes to Asbestos Victims
Victorian Premier John Brumby apologizes to asbestos victims and their families, expressing regret for the pain and suffering of power workers who contracted asbestos-related dieseases caused by exposure at Victorian power plants. He acknowledges, "Some workers and families have endured intolerable suffering, including slow and painful effects of lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma."
Dec 1, 2008 - Asbestos Mine Face Closure
Zimbabwe asbestos mines are facing closure as South Africa, one of the major importers of the products, has banned the use of asbestos materials. This move by South Africa is seen as part of an international crusade to ban the use of asbestos given it's known risk to cause serious health effects, such as asbestosis, mesothelioma, lung cancer and pleural disease.
Nov 20, 2008 - Routine Inspection Reveals No Airborne Asbestos in Utica County Building
The Oneida County office building in Utica, New York, has been tested and cleared of suspected airborne asbestos. The building had been closed due to suspected asbestos contamination in the basement.
Nov 19, 2008 - Alsip, Illinois Chemical Plant Closed After Fire
The presence of asbestos found in the Blue Island Phenol plant in Alsip, Illinois, will probably keep the plant closed until health risks to employees are evaluated. Hazardous chemicals including asbestos were possibly leaked into the atmosphere after a fire last week.
Nov 19, 2008 - More Trouble for W. R. Grace Co.
Asbestos-containing vermiculite from W.R. Grace's Libby, Montana mine continues to dog the company, already facing numerous lawsuits for careless business practices.
Nov 17, 2008 - Asbestos Risk in Naturally Occurring Ultramafic Rock
A study at the University of California at Davis has found that exposure to asbestos from ultramafic rock found in wild and residential areas throughout northern and central California can lead to mesothelioma, a deadly form of cancer of the lung lining.
Nov 13, 2008 - Vermont Questions Use of Asbestos Tailings
The state of Vermont is investigating to determine if waste from an abandoned asbestos mine was used for roads or construction projects. The Department of Environmental Conservation is looking at communities around Lowell and Eden to see if asbestos tailings were used as fill in driveways or other projects, the Burlington FreePress.com reported.
Nov 12, 2008 - Illinois EPA Headquarters May Contain Asbestos
Missing data regarding asbestos cleanup in the Illinois headquarters of the Environmental Protection Agency has led to questions on whether or not the building is safe from asbestos contamination.
Nov 12, 2008 - Armed Forces' Members May Have Asbestos-Related Illnesses
The Blackanthem.com Military News in its Veterans Day article said there is a rising incidence of asbestos-related complications among current and former members of the U.S. armed forces. Asbestos attorneys are concerned because exposure to asbestos fibers in the workplace can lead to mesothelioma, a serious lung cancer, many years after exposure.
Nov 4, 2008 - Libby, Montana Vermiculite Ore Traveled Far and Wide
The Centers for Disease Control last week reported that as many as 28 processing plants across the nation handled large amounts of vermiculite ore from Libby, Montana, exposing workers, families and community members to toxic levels of asbestos.
Nov 4, 2008 - November Is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Firefighters who work in occupations where they are likely to be exposed to asbestos that has been damaged are urged to undergo testing for lung-related conditions now during Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Nov 3, 2008 - WTO Reveals 90,000 Deaths a Year from Mesothelioma and Asbestosis
Mesothelioma attorneys have known for years the dire death toll from mesothelioma, a deadly cancer, and asbestosis, a lung disease that makes breathing painful. Now the World Health Organization estimates that 125 million people worldwide are exposed to asbestos at work every year, one person in every million is diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, and some 90,000 people die of these diseases.
Nov 1, 2008 - Chrysotile Asbestos Escapes International "Watch List"
The European Trade Union Confederation denounced the decision of the Rotterdam Convention meeting in Rome last week for refusing to ban chrysotile asbestos from the international watch list.
Oct 29, 2008 - Feb. 19 Set for W. R. Grace Co. Trial in Libby Case
The largest environmental criminal trial in U.S. history will begin Feb. 19 against W. R. Grace Co and six of its present and former executives. Montana District Judge Donald Molloy set the date for jury selection to begin on charges of Grace "knowingly endangering the lives of thousands of people" with asbestos-tainted ore from its vermiculite mine near Libby, Montana. Asbestos is a known...
Oct 27, 2008 - Canada's Asbestos Export Policy Under Scrutiny
The Canadian Medical Association Journal has asked for a ban on Canada's asbestos exports because the receiving countries in the third world are unable to regulate the substance properly or use it safely, the Journal editorial says. The United States has also been accused regarding the way it handles the toxic substance.
Oct 24, 2008 - Bankruptcy Hearings on Grace's Chapter 11Exit Strategy
Frozen credit markets are the excuse W. R. Grace is using to delay its exit from bankruptcy, according to Grace attorney David Bernick.
Oct 23, 2008 - Canada: Hazardous hypocrisy
A curious liking for asbestos
FOR more than a decade, workers in hazmat suits have been boring into the walls and ceilings of Canada?s parliament buildings to remove tonnes of asbestos insulation. This tedious and expensive work is to protect the health of lawmakers and their staff: even limited exposure to asbestos can cause lung cancer or mesothelioma, a deadlier cancer. These risks...
Oct 20, 2008 - Ohio Law Makes Old Asbestos-Related Deaths Difficult to Prosecute
The State of Ohio at one time had the largest asbestos-related deaths and illnesses, estimated at some 40,000 cases. Mesothelioma attorneys have prosecuted hundreds of successful claims against asbestos companies because of their lack of attention to safety procedures.
Oct 20, 2008 - NASA Glenn Research Center in Orlando Cleared of Cancer Risk
The National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety has found "no
increased cancer risk" for employees at the NASA Glenn Research Center, despite the fact that 40 out of 100 workers at the Developmental Engineering Building's third floor have been diagnosed with cancer in the last five years.
Oct 6, 2008 - Asbestos Removal Requires Advanced Notice to Authorities
Removal of asbestos products that are found in old buildings requires strict safety precautions because exposure to asbestos can cause a fatal form of cancer called mesothelioma, an aggressive form of cancer that attacks the lining of the lung.
Oct 1, 2008 - Ithaca NY Gun Factory Schedules Asbestos Removal
The Ithaca (NY) Gun Community Advisory Group is demanding that authorities make sure asbestos and lead removal from the Ithaca Gun Factory is monitored carefully and the site is safe after work is completed.
Oct 1, 2008 - Complicated Bankruptcy Settlement Overturned for Asbestos Products Business
Cooper Industries Ltd. will receive $138 million from the Federal Mogul bankruptcy estate to resolve asbestos-related claims entangled with Federal-Mogul of Southfield, Michigan. Asbestos attorneys have been watching the case carefully because asbestos exposure can lead to mesothelioma, a serious disease of the lining of the lung.
Sep 29, 2008 - Federal Court Rules City of St. Louis Violated Asbestos Safety Standards
The city of St. Louis is being sued for violating federal asbestos removal safety standards when it demolished several asbestos-contaminated buildings with untested removal methods. The buildings were in the path of a newly proposed runway at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport owned by the city.
Sep 29, 2008 - Advisory for Asbestos Workers at Former Alameda, CA Flintkote Plant
The asbestos attorneys at Clapper, Patti, Schweizer & Mason advise former workers at the Flintkote plant in Alameda, CA to report to local public health authorities any health impacts they or their families may have.
Sep 29, 2008 - Neighbors of Asbestos Manufacturing Facilities at Risk
People who live as much as 1.5 miles downwind from an asbestos-manufacturing plant are at risk of developing mesothelioma, according to the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine (Sept. 15, 2008).
Sep 24, 2008 - Asbestos Pollution: Testing the Air
Indoor air will be tested for possible asbestos contamination in several dozen northeast Minneapolis homes, the US Environmental Protection Agency announced recently.
Sep 19, 2008 - Important Legislation Would Ban Asbestos Products in the U.S.
At the urging of the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization and many members of Congress, the U.S. House of Representatives and the Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous Materials introduced H.R. 6903, an important piece of legislation intended to stop exposure to asbestos mineral products. Asbestos disease attorneys acknowledge that exposure to asbestos can lead to a fatal lung disease,...
Sep 19, 2008 - Oct. 30 Deadline Set in W.R. Grace Zonolite Asbestos Claims
Claimants filing against W.R. Grace and its asbestos-based Zonolite Attic Insulation have until Oct. 30, 2008 to file, according to the federal bankruptcy court. If proof of claim is not filed before this date at www.GraceClaims.com, property owners may lose t heir right to assert such damages in the future.
Sep 18, 2008 - Hurricanes and Asbestos Risk
People returning to their homes after hurricanes should be alert to possible exposure to toxins such as asbestos, the federal Environmental Protection Agency warned. Asbestos attorneys have warned that asbestos exposure is known to cause mesothelioma and lung cancer. Malignant mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos fibers that can be widely distributed in severe weather.
Sep 12, 2008 - Tennessee Court Rules against Alcoa in Asbestos Suit
The Pittsburgh-based company had argued that it should not be held responsible for Maryville resident Amanda Satterfield's mesothelioma, a rare cancer associated with asbestos. She died in 2005 at age...
Sep 5, 2008 - Pennsylvania Awards $4 Million for Asbestos Cleanup
A former Keasbey & Mattison plant in Ambler, PA. that manufactured asbestos-containing products is scheduled for a cleanup that will cost up to $20 million. The Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program granted the first $4 million.
Sep 5, 2008 - Massachusetts Fines Sears for Improper Asbestos Removal
Improper removal of asbestos in a Massachusetts home will cost Sears, Roebuck and Co. a penalty of $55,000 for violations of the Clean Air Act and Consumer Protection Act. The complaint in Suffolk Superior Court said a plumber and a second contractor who were not licensed or trained to handle asbestos were hired by Sears to remove a boiler from a private home.
Sep 5, 2008 - EPA Grants $1.5 Million Federal Loan in Asbestos Removal
The Environmental Protection Agency has granted a $1.5 million federal loan to the city of Toledo, Ohio, to remove asbestos and demolish the remains of the Southwyck Shopping Mall. A city inspector found the mall to be a hazard to employees and the public when black mold and asbestos were found in the buildings.
Sep 1, 2008 - Grupo Mexico and Sterlite Industries Make Offers to ASARCO
In early September Grupo Mexico offered a billion dollar deal to ASARCO to acquire a Peruvian copper mine, considered ASARCO's most valuable asset. Grupo Mexico hopes to regain control of ASARCO and take over the asbestos claims that have been lingering for three years. Instead of settling the claims, Grupo Mexico would litigate the claims.
Sep 1, 2008 - Felony Charges Against Clean Air Act Violations in Asbestos Removal
A Tracy, California man must begin a 10-month sentence by the end of 2008 for demolishing a building containing asbestos without adhering to Clean Air Act and safety standards.
Sep 1, 2008 - Asbestos Exposure Draws OSHA Penalties
For the second time in two years the Frontier El Dorado Refining Co. of El Dorado, Kansas, has been cited for violations of safety standards regarding asbestos exposure.
Aug 27, 2008 - Erie County, New York Receives $1.2 Million to Settle Asbestos Lawsuit
Carey Canada and Celotex Corp., two companies involved in mining asbestos and manufacturing asbestos products, will forfeit $1.2 million to Erie County, New York, to settle asbestos lawsuits. Erie County is among dozens of government and public institutions that believe mesothelioma could develop in their area as a result of mining and distribution practices of the two companies.
Aug 25, 2008 - ASARCO Agrees to Settlement in Asbestos Cancer Claims
ASARCO, a copper mining company whose copper mines in Peru were its chief asset, has agreed to a $2.4 billion settlement of $8.7 billion in claims against it for environmental and asbestos cancer claims.
Aug 19, 2008 - Mesothelioma Attorneys Applaud Judgment Against Bondex Joint Compound
A homeowner who remodeled several homes more than 30 years ago with an asbestos-containing product was awarded $12.6 million in compensatory damages by the California appellate court. The 2006 verdict was upheld in the use of Bondex joint compound that the plaintiff claimed caused his malignant mesothelioma.
Aug 18, 2008 - McDermott International's Asbestosis and Mesothelioma Claims
McDermott International has returned to profitability after operational struggles and a subsidiary's asbestos-related litigation. McDermott has three major divisions: offshore oil and gas construction, power generation systems, and government operations.
Aug 15, 2008 - Asbestos Warning in Fingerprint Examination Kit for Kids
Public Justice has filed a suit in California against CBS Broadcasting, Inc. and several retailers for insufficient monitoring of asbestos in the CSI Fingerprint Examination Kit, a toy based on the CBS hit series "CSI: Crime Investigation Unit."
Aug 8, 2008 - OSHA Fines Cincinnati Foundry for Safety Violations
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has fined a Cincinnati foundry $25,000 for alleged multiple violations of federal workplace safety and health standards. The fines could have exceeded $126,000.
Aug 5, 2008 - Foster Wheeler Announces Changes
Foster Wheeler Ltd. announced today that Diane C. Creel has submitted her resignation from the company's board of directors effective September 3, 2008.
Aug 4, 2008 - Center For Disease Control May Grant Coverage to Ground Zero Residents
Asbestos, lead, mercury, PCBs and other toxins may have been released into the air on Sept. 11 when the World Trade Center collapsed in 2001. Because of this, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced it would provide $30 million in grant money for improved access to health care services and treatments for those who may have been involved, including first responders and nearby residents.
Aug 1, 2008 - Sterlite Industries Will Buy Asarco LLC in Bankruptcy Plan
Sterlite Industries (India) Ltd. will acquire the assets of Asarco LLC for $2.6 billion under the bankruptcy plan of the Arizona copper producer. Asbestos creditors have been watching the case carefully, according to mesothelioma attorneys.
Jul 31, 2008 - Don't Ease Asbestos Risk Rules, EPA Hears
Public health experts have joined mesothelioma victims, scientists and physicians in urging the Environmental Protection Agency to maintain current regulations governing the use of asbestos.
Jul 30, 2008 - October Deadline for Zonolite Claims
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has issued a bar date for claims against W.R. Grace & Co. regarding Zonolite Attic Insulation (ZAI). People with ZAI claims must file them on or before Oct. 31, 2008 to preserve their claims against Grace.
Jun 29, 2008 - U.S Supreme Court Rejects W.R. Grace & Co. Appeals
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to review an appeal by W. R. Grace & Co., in a case against them in Libby, Montana. Because of the decision, criminal charges can move forward against the company and six of its executives for violating the Clean Air Act. The company was charged in 2005 with willingly endangering mine workers and other Libby, Montana, residents by knowingly allowing releases of...
Jun 12, 2008 - Minnesota Public Health to Study Lung Disease
Increased incidences of mesothelioma in iron ore miners in northeastern Minnesota have prompted the state to fund a study to determine the probable cause.
Jun 6, 2008 - Possible Peril in Talcum Powder
Add talcum powder products to the list of possible carcinogens to avoid. A group of physicians, consumer organizations and public health officials is petitioning the Health and Human Services department and the Food and Drug Administration to place warning labels on talcum powder products. At particular risk are those women who use such products frequently in the genital area. Many talcum...
May 19, 2008 - Asbestos-Containing Talc Found in Art Clay
A supervisor of the asbestos program in the Connecticut Department of Public Health has been honored by the Environmental Protection Agency for his efforts to stop the sale of art clay that has asbestos-containing talc.
The supervisor, Ron Skomro, worked with suppliers to stop the sale of art clay in Connecticut and persuaded the Art & Creative Materials Institute to require member...
May 12, 2008 - EPA Fines W.R. Grace for Montana Disaster
Libby, Montana, a town of 3,000 people, finds itself in the middle of what will be one of the most expensive series of lawsuits in American history.
Some 112,000 people are seeking damages against W.R Grace & Company for what the Federal Environmental Protection Agency calls the nation's worst environmental disaster. Every day, two and a half tons of deadly asbestos dust was created at the...
May 12, 2008 - Asbestos Dust at Clear Creek, Santa Clara, California
Off-road motorcyclists and environmental groups are locking wheels on the proposed closing of 31,000 acres of the Clear Creek Management Area, rugged country straddling Fresno and San Joaquin counties. The EPA found an increased long-term cancer risk for those involved in recreational activities, particularly those that kick up dust.
May 12, 2008 - EPA Fines W.R. Grace for Montana Disaster
Libby, Montana, a town of 3,000 people, finds itself in the middle of what will be one of the most expensive series of lawsuits in American history.
Some 112,000 people are seeking damages against W.R Grace & Company for what the Federal Environmental Protection Agency calls the nations worst environmental disaster. Every day, two and a half tons of deadly asbestos dust was created at the...
May 1, 2008 - Cancer Risk in Central California
That asbestos is a human carcinogen is recognized by the EPA, OSHA, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, the World Health Organization, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, and numerous other international and national agencies. The Clear Creek Management Area in Central California (CCMA) contains the largest deposit of asbestos in the United States. . The CCMA spans more than...
Apr 20, 2008 - W.R. GRACE AGREES TO EXIT BANKRUPTCY PROTECTION
For many decades, W.R. Grace manufactured and sold a fire-retardant asbestos material that causes mesothelioma and lung cancer. Grace filed for bankruptcy in 2001, to avoid paying lawsuits filed by people who were sickened by exposure to asbestos. The filing put the asbestos victims claims on hold. Grace has now agreed to settle the outstanding asbestos-related claims with cash, future...
Jan 2, 2008 - ACandS Nears Exit From Bankruptcy
ACandS Inc. is an insulation contractor that voluntarily entered Chapter 11 in September 2002. The company is a unit of Lancaster, Pa.-based Irex Corp. At the time it filed for Chapter 11, ACandS had already settled 247,000 asbestos claims, but had 300,000 left to deal with. The company now is in the final stage of its reorganizing.
Dec 27, 2007 - Federal-Mogul is set to exit Chapter 11
Federal-Mogul Corp. has 45,000 workers worldwide and 1,300 employees in Michigan. It makes a range of auto parts including pistons, windshield wipers and bearings for sale to automakers and in stores. Federal-Mogul emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on December 27th. This will end a six-year reorganization of the auto-parts maker. The company is expected to exit bankruptcy under the...
Dec 24, 2007 - ASBESTOS FOUND IN TOY FINGERPRINTING KIT
Recent tests have shown that a toy fingerprinting kit contains asbestos. Planet Toys is the manufacturer of the kit. Planet Toys has asked stores to stop selling its CSI Fingerprint Examination Kit. The company is planning to investigate the health risk posed by the kit. The U.S. government has not yet decided whether to issue a recall of the asbestos-containing kit.
Dec 21, 2007 - ASBESTOS FOUND IN SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Asbestos fibers, if inhaled, can lead to serious lung illnesses such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. Medical experts believe it takes 20 years or more before symptoms of asbestos-related diseases begin to appear.
Dec 19, 2007 - Federal-Mogul to Return From Bankruptcy
Federal-Mogul Corp. makes a range of products including pistons, windshield wipers and Champion spark plugs. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Oct. 1, 2001. The Southfield Michigan based auto supplier has been in bankruptcy more than six years. It has settled hundreds of thousands of asbestos lawsuits stemming from asbestos-containing products manufactured by companies...
Dec 5, 2007 - Asbestos Found in Toys and Other Products
Studies confirm that breathing asbestos fibers is linked to increased risks of lung cancer, and mesothelioma - a cancer of the lining of the chest and abdominal cavity. The risk of lung cancer and mesothelioma increases with the number of fibers inhaled. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Consumer Product Safety Commission have banned several asbestos products and manufacturers have...
Nov 19, 2007 - Asbestos Scare at Shasta County California Court House
Ten workers were allowed to return to their office in the Shasta County Courthouse two days after a warning of possible asbestos contamination in two offices. The employees had been ordered out after a construction worker renovating the offices suspected there was asbestos. An air quality sample was taken and the results came back showing no asbestos was present.
Nov 6, 2007 - W.R. GRACE ASBESTOS CLAIMANTS FILE REORGANIZATION PLAN
W. R. Grace & Co. is a global supplier of products to refineries, catalysts for the manufacture of plastics, specialty materials for industrial applications, chemicals, additives and building materials for commercial and residential construction, and sealants for food and beverage packaging. Grace currently has annual sales of almost $3 billion, 6,500 employees and operates in ore than 40...
Nov 5, 2007 - CANADA CONTINUES TO MINE AND EXPORT ASBESTOS
Asbestos is one of the most widely recognized carcinogens and its use has been banned in 40 nations. Canada, however, has not banned the mining and exportation of asbestos. Two mining operations in Quebec continue to extract a large volume of asbestos and export it to developing countries. Asbestos is now rarely used in Canada. Yet the government promotes shipping asbestos to countries that...
Nov 1, 2007 - W.R. GRACE & CO.'S FUTURE IN LIMBO
W.R. Grace & Co. is a specialty chemicals manufacturer. Many of its products contained asbestos. Grace filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on April 2, 2001, in the face of mounting asbestos-related claims. Asbestos lawyers had filed many claims on behalf of their clients for diseases such as mesothelioma and lung cancer. Grace must set up a fund to pay the claims in order to emerge...
Oct 27, 2007 - FEDERAL-MOGUL HOPES TO EXIT BANKRUPTCY
Federal-Mogul Corp. has reached agreements to resolve objections to its Chapter 11 reorganization plan. The auto-parts maker has been in Chapter 11 for several years. It sought relief in bankruptcy from thousand of lawsuits filed by asbestos lawyers on behalf of their clients suffering from various asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma and lung cancer. Federal-Mogul could emerge...
Oct 26, 2007 - JUDGE ALLOWS QUIGLEY'S PLAN TO GO TO A VOTE
Quigley Company for many years made asbestos-containing products. Pfizer bought Quigley in 1968. People exposed to the asbestos in Quigleys products developed asbestos related diseases, including mesothelioma and lung cancer. Lawyers representing clients with mesothelioma and lung cancer began filing claims against Quigley and Pfizer in the 1980s.
Oct 17, 2007 - ASBESTOS FOUND IN REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA FIRE OFFICES
While clearing a back up in the sewer lines, clean-up crews discovered asbestos in the citys fire offices on October 12th. As a result, the fire offices have been closed. The city is accepting bids on asbestos removal.
Oct 16, 2007 - THORPE INSULATION FILES CHAPTER 11 BANKRUPTCY
Thorpe Insulation Co. is a California based insulation supplier. The insulation contained asbestos for many years. Asbestos causes serious diseases, including mesothelioma and lung cancer. Asbestos lawyers have sued Thorpe on behalf of clients who developed asbestos related diseases
Oct 11, 2007 - An Objection to Federal-Mogul Chapter 11 Reorganization Plan is Dropped
ederal-Mogul Corp. is an auto parts maker. Many of the parts contained asbestos. Asbestos lawyers filed thousands of cases against Federal- Mogul alleging that the asbestos had caused mesothelioma and lung cancer. The company filed for Chapter 11 protection, and has been in Chapter 11 for more than six years.
Oct 5, 2007 - BILL BANNING ASBESTOS PASSES IN SENATE
In a bipartisan initiative, U.S. Senate votes unanimously to pass bill banning importation, manufacture, processing and distribution of products asbestos. EPA would be charged with enforcement. Bill also includes measure to create centers tasked with finding better treatment of asbestos related diseases.
Oct 4, 2007 - ASBESTOS WARNING IN CONNECTICUT SCHOOLS
Clay used in art classes may contain asbestos warns Connecticut State department of Public Health. Claim disputed by attorneys defending product distributors.
Oct 4, 2007 - RPM INTERNATIONAL HAS HIGHER ASBESTOS COSTS
In spite of record sales, company experiences negative cash flow due to expenditure related to defending legal cases involving asbestos. Expenditures include payout of settlements to victims of mesothelioma and lung cancer.