Archive for the 'asbestos' Tag
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | April 13, 2023
Olin Corporation Supports EPA’s Proposed Ban of Chrysotile Asbestos
On April 4, 2023, Olin Corporation — one of the few manufacturers still using and importing asbestos in the United States — wrote a letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | November 13, 2013
Obama Administration Issues Statement Against FACT Act
House to Vote Today on Legislation that would Deny, Delay Justice for Asbestos Victims The U.S. House of Representatives will meet this afternoon to consider the so-called “Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency” Act… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 30, 2013
Asbestos and Mesothelioma News Wrap Up: September
The mesothelioma lawyers at Simmons Hanly Conroy are committed to keeping you up-to-date on the latest asbestos and mesothelioma headlines. Browse recent headlines highlighting the dangers of asbestos exposure and new information… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 27, 2013
Simmons Hanly Conroy Lawyers to Participate in Midwest Asbestos Litigation Conference
In alignment with Mesothelioma Awareness Day on Sept. 26, the HarrisMartin Midwest Asbestos Litigation Conference is set to take place on Sept. 27 in St. Louis, Missouri from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 18, 2013
The Facts on Asbestos Exposure: What Home Buyers Need to Know
Are you buying a home? First of all – congratulations. Buying a home is an exciting and memorable experience that many of us hope to accomplish at some point in our lives.… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 13, 2013
More than 1,100 People Have Cancer after 9/11, Says the CDC
When the World Trade Center towers fell on Sept. 11, 2011, they left behind a pile of rubble and dust. Asbestos, a cancer-causing material, had coated the two buildings’ lower columns. Benzene,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 27, 2013
Asbestos Exposure in Australia
Asbestos was widely used for industrial and domestic purposes throughout Australia in the 20th century. According to the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) of the Australian government, Australia and the… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 22, 2013
Asbestos Exposure in the UK
Asbestos exposure is a serious issue throughout the United States – however, it’s also a problem in other countries, including the UK. Even though the United Kingdom banned asbestos use years ago,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | July 31, 2013
Asbestos and Mesothelioma Updates: July 2013
The mesothelioma lawyers at the Firm are committed to keeping you up-to-date on the latest asbestos and mesothelioma headlines. Browse recent headlines highlighting the dangers of asbestos exposure and new information… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | July 23, 2013
How to Identify Materials that Contain Asbestos
Throughout the 1900s, asbestos products and building materials containing asbestos were used in the construction industry to create public buildings, offices, homes and other structures. Many homes, especially those built before 1980,… Read More