It is only a recent development in U.S. history that companies must answer for dangerous products they have released. But developments such as government agencies dedicated to protecting specific groups of citizens and legal obligations to victims of poor business...
MORE THAN 50 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Fighting For Asbestos Victims In Louisiana
Year: 2018
New Orleans schools plagued by asbestos
Louisiana is known for many things, such as incredible food options and a rich fascinating culture. Some people know about the darker sides of Bayou State, many of which stem from the Mississippi River's pollution from chemical factories during the early part of the...
What is mesothelioma and how do we recognize it?
Mesothelioma, a specific and aggressive type of cancer, has caused woes for thousands of Americans. The danger passed with the peak of asbestos use in American building, but hazards remain. Identifying mesothelioma as early as possible maximizes your options and may...
Have you considered joining a mesothelioma clinical trial?
Since you received your diagnosis of mesothelioma, you may struggle with your mortality, the fact that there is no cure for the disease and your treatment options. Depending on your diagnosis, you may not be eligible for certain "mainstream" and popularly accepted...
Ethylene oxide has posed dangers in Louisiana for 50 years
The Mississippi River Delta has seen more than its share of pollutants and contaminants during its centuries as a center of industry and major avenue of trade. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has studied the area for 40 years in an attempt to lessen the...
Talcum powder lawsuit is seen as product safety landmark
It's hard to imagine the dangers of a product with the benign name of "baby powder." However, it appears that courts are beating scientists to the claim that talc, a clay mineral renowned for its absorbent qualities, may not be as benign as its popular trade name...
Asbestos remains a major public health threat
Asbestos has been the bane of the construction industry for decades. The dangers of the material have been evident since the 1970s, and the U.S. government banned its continued use in 1986. But problems remain, as some schools and other facilities still have asbestos...
Louisiana school suffers asbestos exposure scare
Asbestos has become a catchword for a hidden danger in the last few decades after the mineral's fine fibers and crystals were proven harmful to people and animals. Years of work finding and removing these hazardous materials has given rise to a whole new industry...
Born after 1980? You’re still at risk for mesothelioma
Decades after the federal government banned most uses of asbestos here in the United States, the number of deaths related to this naturally occurring mineral continue to cause distress for agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency may...
Louisiana has a history of claims against negligent employers
Louisiana shares a history with other U.S. states as host to some vital yet dangerous products and processes. Farmers have been exposed to harmful chemicals in the fields, oil workers have been covered in lethal substances on offshore rigs and many types of...