Category: Asbestos

Asbestos has been connected with many life-threatening illnesses, including mesothelioma cancer. The heat-resistant silicate mineral can be found in fibers, particularly those that line car brakes. While researchers still discuss the amount of exposu ...

Kyle Beale, Doug Grubbs, and Aaron Heckaman of Bailey Cowan Heckaman were able to settle a mesothelioma case for a favorable, confidential amount. The trial team of Kyle Beale, Doug Grubbs, and Aaron Heckaman settled a mesothelioma cas ...

The EPA finally granted approval for an asbestos cleanup program in Libby, Montana. The project comes 15 years after reports of rampant, asbestos-related ailments swept the small community. Just this week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency g ...

Officials in Kansas are attempting to repeal a law requiring annual training for asbestos removal workers, saying that federal laws make it redundant, but some are concerned that the repeal would cause unnecessary safety risks. Kansas’ environmenta ...

A new bill that would require victims of asbestos exposure to make their personal information public when seeking compensation is receiving a bad reception from various groups. First responders, teachers, and veterans are strongly opposing the Furthe ...

According to a new report from CBC News, the Canadian federal government is still using materials containing asbestos in their new construction projects despite the known concerns. The report claims that two organizations confirm their use of asbesto ...