Canada’s Prime Minister Trudeau Commits to Ban Asbestos
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed the government is moving forward with a ban on asbestos, the nation’s leading cause of work-related deaths.
Category: Legislation, Laws & Litigation
Indiana Asbestos Case: Good News for Mesothelioma Patients
The Indiana Supreme Court struck down part of a state law that victimized mesothelioma patients and asbestos victims.
Senate Considers FACT Act, Asbestos Claims
The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee today will discuss legislation that could affect fraud, veterans’ privacy and asbestos bankruptcy trusts.
NY Sen. Charles Schumer Rallies to Block FACT Act in Senate
The Democratic senator says the FACT Act will leave veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma without compensation from asbestos trusts.
FACT Act Legislation Passes House, Moves to Senate
Experts expect the FACT Act will fail in the U.S. Senate, and President Barack Obama said he would veto it if it passed Congress.
Vote on Newest Asbestos FACT Act Possible Before End of Year
The office of U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold says House members may vote on the controversial bill before 2016.
Zadroga Act Extended for 9/11 Mesothelioma Victims
Advocates for those affected from diseases stemming from the 9/11 attacks are confident bill will pass.