Communities Dealing with High Asbestos Exposure Risks
Usually, when we hear about cases of asbestos exposure, we hear about individuals who weren’t adequately protected from this material. They may have encountered asbestos because of their jobs, or because someone they lived with handled asbestos on a regular basis. There are also aging buildings that can put people at risk because they’re both […]
Read MoreHurricane Sandy Aftermath Leaves Residents at Risk for Asbestos Exposure
During the fall of 2012, the northeastern U.S. endured what’s considered the most expensive natural disaster in the history of the country. Hurricane Sandy struck New Jersey, New York, Connecticut and other states. Government experts estimated that up to 12 inches of precipitation fell between Oct. 29 and Oct. 31. By Nov. 30, more than […]
Read MoreLatest Trends in Asbestos-Related Disease
It’s common knowledge in the scientific community that exposure to asbestos drives the development of several diseases. However, it’s important to remember that scientific knowledge doesn’t stand still. Researchers are always trying to learn something new when it comes to asbestos-related diseases, whether it has to do with diagnosis, treatment or prevention. During the course […]
Read MoreRobot May Protect Workers from Asbestos Exposure
In an effort to control the pollution problem, entire cities and neighborhoods have adopted recycling programs. And it’s not just the number of programs that’s expanding – it’s also the number of materials. In addition to plastic, glass and paper, more programs are accommodating the collection of compost and electronics. However, the construction and demolition […]
Read MoreHigh School Students Fight Asbestos Exposure in Court
High school is a time for adolescents to learn more about the responsibilities that adults face. One of the most important things that high school students learn about is using their voice, which is particularly important if they need to seek justice against someone who’s wronged them. Recently, I came across a story in the […]
Read MoreAsbestos Lawsuit Evidence that Won a $27.3 Million Verdict
Last month I announced the $27.3 million asbestos lawsuit verdict Kazan, McClain, Satterley & Greenwood obtained against Owens-Illinois, a former manufacturer of KAYLO asbestos containing thermal pipe insulation. Our client, Rose-Marie Grigg was diagnosed with mesothelioma in the fall of 2011. Her disease was caused from exposure to deadly asbestos fibers she inhaled while handling […]
Read MoreKazan Law Attorneys Selected as Northern California Super Lawyers for 10th Consecutive Year
The objective of Super Lawyers is to create a credible listing of outstanding attorneys that can be used as a resource for attorneys and consumers searching for legal counsel. We are very proud to announce that Kazan Law attorneys have been named to the prestigious Northern California Super Lawyers list for the tenth consecutive year. […]
Read MoreCalifornia University Deals with Asbestos Exposure in Food Court
If you were to ask college students what they thought was the most dangerous location on their campus, they would probably think of the science facilities. The chemistry building houses volatile chemicals. The physics building can have radioactive materials. The biology building is home to bacterial cell cultures. Odds are no one would say that […]
Read MoreOccupational Asbestos Exposure Rampant in Developing Countries
The world grows smaller as more countries begin to interact with one another. One troublesome trend has emerged, though – wealthier nations continue to take advantage of developing nations by using cheap overseas labor to manufacture their goods. Such an imbalance of power often comes at the cost of the safety of the international workers. […]
Read MoreProspective Home Buyers Should Ask Questions about Asbestos Exposure
Whenever people look at a home they’re considering for purchase, they ask the real estate agents many important questions: Do the nearby schools provide quality education? How closely do we live to shopping centers? Are the neighbors nice? Of course, all of these issues concern matters outside the home. When thinking about the inside, there’s […]
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