February 2019 | Shrader & Associates L.L.P.
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Were Air Force Veterans Exposed to Asbestos?

Until the 1970s, the United States military largely ignored the health risks posed by asbestos. The material was highly desirable, affordable, and easy to acquire, which is why asbestos was widely used in the military for so long. Unfortunately, this deadly material was used in military facilities throughout the country, especially those utilized by the Air Force. The United States Airforce not...

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Is Asbestos In Alcoholic Beverages?

Is Asbestos In Alcoholic Beverages?

The idea seems silly, doesn’t it? The idea that a serious and dangerous fiber may be in a drink that countless individuals consume on a daily basis? Actually, this could turn out to be more reality than many want to believe. Unfortunately, asbestos—the cause of mesothelioma in tens of thousands of individuals annually—can be found in many different substances, including in alcoholic drinks....

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Cancer Rising Throughout the Entire World

Cancer Rising Throughout the Entire World

There are numerous types of medical conditions a person can develop, but few have the impact on a person’s life—or their family’s—like cancer. This often-life-threatening condition not only has the potential to be fatal, but it can diminish the quality of life drastically. And although more and more people are actually surviving cancer diagnoses today, the number of individuals who are facing...

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The Presence of Asbestos in Talc

The Presence of Asbestos in Talc

Many people are aware of the fact that asbestos is dangerous when it is in a friable state and the fibers are disrupted. They are often much smaller, can be easily inhaled, and cause significant problems to the lungs. Most uses of this fiber have long been considered safe, so long as it isn’t destructed and the particles don’t become airborne. While this has been accepted by many, what others...

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What Should I Do If I Find Asbestos in My Home?

Finding asbestos in your home, apartment, condo, or workplace is never something you should take lightly. Asbestos fibers can be extremely intrusive, and even the smallest amount of asbestos material could make you sick and cause the development of mesothelioma, a deadly cancer. In order to preserve your safety and protect your family’s health, it’s important to be on the lookout for...

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