McLouth Steel Plant Asbestos Violations The company that owns the site where the McLouth Steel Plant sits in Trenton, Michigan has been cited again for asbestos. Dust that potentially contained asbestos has been leaving the site, leading to the citations from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great lakes, and Energy (EGLE) at the end of […]
ARBAN is Moving to the House Floor
ARBAN is Moving to the House Floor We are one step closer to being protected from asbestos. The Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act (ARBAN) recently passed the committee vote and its next stop is the House floor. The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted 47 to one in favor of ARBAN, meaning it is […]
Compensation for Asbestos Caused Lung Cancer
Compensation for Asbestos Caused Lung Cancer People diagnosed with lung cancer who were exposed to asbestos could be eligible to receive compensation. Asbestos companies profited while endangering people’s lives, with many people becoming sick later in life from their work related asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral that can be found in […]
The Great American Smokeout
The Great American Smokeout Today is the Great American Smokeout, which is held on the third Thursday of November every year. Smoking is very unhealthy so it’s recommended that people quit smoking as soon as possible. Once someone quits, the risk of developing diseases like lung cancer decreases, leading to a healthier, better life. The […]
Lung Cancer Vs Mesothelioma
Lung Cancer Vs Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is sometimes mistaken for lung cancer, even though they are completely separate cancers affecting different organs. The main difference between the two is their location. Lung cancer originates and occurs in different areas of the lungs while mesothelioma occurs in the mesothelium, which surrounds the lungs and other areas of […]
Lung Cancer Awareness Month Starts Today
Lung Cancer Awareness Month Starts Today Today starts Lung Cancer Awareness Month. In November, we come together to recognize this deadly cancer and learn about different causes and treatments. Knowing the different statistics and causes could help save a lot of people’s lives. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death due to cancer in […]
How Asbestos Trusts Work
How Asbestos Trusts Work To create trusts, asbestos companies filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy. This allowed them to reorganize to pay out to asbestos victims. This does not hurt the company, but instead helps protect it from future liability related to asbestos. Companies can pay those suffering from asbestos related diseases over time instead of […]
Johnson and Johnson Baby Powder Recalled Because of Asbestos
Johnson and Johnson Baby Powder Recalled Because of Asbestos Johnson and Johnson has voluntarily recalled its baby powder because 33,000 bottles were contaminated with asbestos. All bottles with the lot number 22318RB were produced and shipped within the United States this year. To protect human health, the FDA continually tests products that contain talc to […]
GPW is Helping Former Football Player with ALS Sue the NCAA
GPW is Helping Former Football Player with ALS Sue the NCAA A Goldberg, Persky & White, P.C. client is suing the NCAA for not informing him of the dangers of playing football. He now has Lou Gehrig’s disease as a result of playing the sport, and his case is going to trial in January. A […]
Juul, Vaping, and Lung Disease
Juul, Vaping, and Lung Disease Vaping has become a dangerous hobby for teenagers and young adults, and has even taken over smoking in terms of teenager use. With discreet packaging and easy to access, fun flavors, children are able to vape very easily. This is dangerous because of the myriad of different chemicals in the […]