Defense Strategies
That Protect You
If there is a known asbestos risk, personal protection equipment (PPE) can help to keep employees safe. For instance, this PPE is often used by employees who do home renovations, demolitions or other such projects. They know that they could be exposed to asbestos in...
According to the World Health Organization, 90,000 around the globe die from asbestos-related diseases each year. Companies who receive claims of asbestos exposure must take the process seriously. Asbestos-related claims can be complex legal battles, and those facing...
You may employ people to build or demolish roads, homes, ships or cars. While asbestos isn’t used as much as it once was in all these industries, your employees may still have to work with some asbestos to do their jobs. Naturally, then, you would take steps to make...
Managing a family business demands a firm dedication and commitment. Yet, as legacies evolve across generations, unanticipated threats may surface. For instance, you may suddenly face asbestos-related challenges that are often concealed in older industries and aging...
Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can be present in various establishments and facilities, making Operations and Maintenance (O&M) programs helpful. These specifically crafted programs include training, cleaning, surveillance and operational practices that...
While you cannot always control the presence of asbestos in your job sight, there are things you can and should do to protect your employees. Taking every precaution can shield your company against potential lawsuits. An unfounded accusation against your business...
Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral, was widely used in commercial applications due to its heat resistance and insulating properties. However, prolonged exposure to this substance can lead to serious health issues. Employees, patrons and others who spend...
Mesothelioma is a potentially aggressive type of cancer that can be fatal. Thanks to extensive marketing campaigns by major law firms across the country, many Americans believe that asbestos exposure is the only way one can contract mesothelioma. This is not the case,...
Mesothelioma is a cancer that occurs in the lungs. It is a result of asbestos exposure. But symptoms often do not appear for years after exposure. After a diagnosis, the doctor will want to determine the stage of the disease, which means how far it has progressed....
Because of the health risks associated with asbestos, there have been strict regulations about its use and exposure. People who have illnesses, such as mesothelioma, due to alleged exposure to asbestos may take legal action against a company. If you are facing...