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DIY Enthusiasts and the Risks of Asbestos Exposure

People who enjoy taking on home renovation projects themselves are usually cognizant of the safety risks involved. They know when to turn the gas off, how to steer clear of live electric wires and how to keep power tools safely isolated. If the house or building that a do-it-yourself enthusiast is working on is particularly […]

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Asbestos Roof Materials Can Put Workers at Serious Risk

Whether you’re a carpenter or a do-it-yourself enthusiast around the house, you need to know how to protect yourself from asbestos exposure. If you’re working on an older building, you may not know that the material can be found in insulation products, vinyl flooring and other items. We know all about these hidden dangers at […]

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The New Asbestos Industry Allies

Although civilization has used asbestos in manufacturing for centuries, the last seven decades of scientific research found an undeniable link between the mineral and deadly diseases such as malignant mesothelioma. Slowly but surely, responsible companies in industrialized nations have made it a priority to reduce their use of asbestos. However, developing nations aren’t as fortunate. […]

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The Fight for Workers Dealing with Asbestos Exposure

In countries such as the U.S., certain conveniences are often taken for granted, including cars, plumbing and electricity. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we rarely think about the amount of work and labor that went into producing these goods. Such a thought becomes poignant when we remember that some workers deal with […]

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The Asbestos Facts about Clear Creek Management Area

For years, Kazan Law has fought misinformation in the courtroom.  When we enter the fray we are armed with decades of experience.  We learn from medical doctors, epidemiologists, industrial hygienists, economists, mineralogists and other experts who are at the top of their respective fields.  We constantly read the cutting edge medical and scientific publications in […]

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Honoring the 2013 Broussard Scholarship Recipients

Last week the Alameda County Superior Court and the Allen E. Broussard Scholarship Foundation co-sponsored Alameda County Superior Court Law Day, where the recipients of the 2013 Broussard Scholarship were honored at the Law Day Student Luncheon. The Kazan, McClain, Abrams, Fernandez, Lyons, Greenwood, Oberman, Satterley & Bosl Foundation was pleased to support the Allen […]

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Rotterdam Convention a Scandal

A press release came across my desk this morning that is alarming to the protection of humanity. Today marks the final day of the Rotterdam Convention, a global treaty which promotes open exchange of information between countries and calls on exporters of hazardous chemicals to use proper labeling, include directions on safe handling, and inform […]

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Asbestos Exposure Warnings for Mining Operations

In some parts of the country, the economic climate has forced several communities to consider drastic actions to revive their job sectors. For some regions, this means turning to mining. This isn’t a decision to take lightly, because mining can wreck the local environment. Also, depending on what the local rock ores and soil are […]

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Asbestos Cement a Life-Threatening Issue for Workers

One part of history that never fails to anger me is that despite the federal government’s efforts to curb asbestos exposure during the 1970s and 1980s, policies that banned a wide range of asbestos-containing products were short-lived. Thanks to the relentless efforts of industries, a large number of items are still allowed to be manufactured […]

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United States’ Failed Asbestos Ban

Whenever scientists discover that a chemical utilized in the manufacturing of products is actually harmful to people who use them, they may push public health or government officials to curb use of that chemical. When it comes to an asbestos ban, I’m often left with the following question: Why hasn’t the American government banned the […]

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