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The costs of mesothelioma can be overwhelming. They can include income loss, expensive treatments that may not be covered by health insurance, plus pain and suffering for you and for your family. Because the disease is preventable – and because it is usually caused by someone else’s negligence – legal options may be available to help regain these costs. Asbestos lawyers focus their practice on knowledgeably and effectively bringing to justice companies that exposed employees and the public to asbestos products. A mesothelioma attorney can help you consider your options and file a claim against the company responsible for your asbestos-related illness. More than one company may be responsible. A mesothelioma attorney identifies all companies at fault. Mesothelioma lawsuits have helped thousands of people receive financial assistance. A lawsuit can result in much-needed money to help reduce financial hardships during an illness and can also provide a more stable future for your loved ones. A lawyer specializing in asbestos litigation can help you seek compensation for expenses related to illness caused by asbestos exposure.

The Netherlands Orders All Asbestos Roofs Removed by 2024

Although the Netherlands banned asbestos 22 years ago, officials continue eliminating the toxic mineral from the country’s infrastructure, most recently ordering all asbestos roofing be removed by Jan. 1, 2024. The removal only applies to exterior asbestos-containing materials such as corrugated sheets and slate roofing. It does not apply to interior asbestos roof boards and…

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Asbestos Removal and Debris Cleanup Starts at Barwick Mills

Cleanup will begin at the former Barwick Mills textile plant after a fire that happened last fall, leaving behind exposed asbestos and rubble. […]

Senate Press Gallery Declared Safe After Asbestos Concern

Asbestos concerns caused the Senate press gallery and nearby rooms in the U.S. Capitol to be cleared, but tests have declared the air safe now. […]

Asbestos Discovered in Mill Run Building During Construction

Asbestos was discovered at the Mill Run project site in Levittown, Pennsylvania during construction into a mixed-use assisted care facility. […]

Pillsbury Mills Plant Partner Faces Indictment For Improper Asbestos Removal

A partner who helped with the demolition of the former Pillsbury Mills plant is facing federal indictment for improper asbestos removal. […]

Patriots Environmental Corp. Charged With Illegal Asbestos Disposal

Ron and Curt Bussiere of Patriots Environmental Corporation have been charged with illegal waste disposal, including asbestos. […]

Homeless, Custodians and Other Untrained Workers Being Used To Remove Asbestos In Michigan

A recent investigation shows contractors are putting untrained worked in danger to remove asbestos, yet Michigan’s safety agency has done little to nothing about it. […]

Former Montezuma-Cortez High School Seeks Public Input On Its Future

A Colorado high school is seeking the public’s opinion on the future of its building—all four options involve removing asbestos. […]

Asbestos Worker Outrage In Response To BC Supreme Court Ruling

A BC Supreme Court ruling rejects health and safety claims regarding regulations that were “too complicated” for asbestos workers to follow. […]

Stoveworks Asbestos Clean-up Plan Approved By Lorain City Council

Lorain City Council has approved an asbestos removal and demolition plan for its former National Stoveworks site. […]

Asbestos Removal Underway At Chicago’s Lake County Prosecutor’s Office

Lake County Prosecutor Center workers move to a temporary office while asbestos abatement and renovations occur. […]

Covered Pile Of Asbestos Remains In Town Of Barrington

A pile of debris containing asbestos and lead paint remains covered in the town of Barrington with no further plans of action in the near future. […]

Hundreds Of Portland Homes Demolished Without Proper Asbestos Removal

Hundreds of asbestos-containing Portland homes have been demolished without contractors first removing the hazardous material. […]

Central Mass Metals LLC Fined Nearly $37,000 For Asbestos Violations

Central Mass Metals LLC has been fined by the state for mercury and asbestos violations at its Millbury location. […]

UMass Realty Fined Over Asbestos Removal At A Hospital

UMass Memorial Realty Inc. to pay $15,000 of a $45,412.50 penalty for improper asbestos removal at former Worcester City Hospital. […]