The history of asbestos

Asbestos generally refers to long threads of silicate fiber compounds. The word asbestos actually comes from the Greek word for "inextinguishable" as they are resistant to heat, fire, and chemicals as well as non-conductive. These unique properties made asbestos a useful material in many industries including the shipbuilding, automobile, and construction industries.

In America, they were first mined and used commercially during the late...

Recruiting an Augusta, GA, Truck Accident Lawyer Pays Great Dividends

You have probably noticed that highways across the nation are filled with truck drivers. If you have been in an accident involving a truck you must recruit the assistance of an Augusta, GA, truck accident lawyer to fight for your rights. A car accident of any kind is at least a very unpleasant experience. But when the automobile accident involves a truck, the experience can be disastrous. Not only is an accident...

Are you looking for a Milwaukee medical malpractice attorney? If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice, you need an attorney who understands your unique situation. Since it can be difficult to win a medical malpractice case, you need to choose your attorney carefully - the right one can help you collect damages for your injuries and suffering, while the wrong one can end up costing you quite a bit of time and money.

It is critical that you choose an...

In a recently published report, the Federal Trade Commission suggested that the current allotment of a 12- to 14-year regulatory exclusivity period for product innovation to develop products at biotech companies is“too long to promote innovation.”

The same report, published June 4, also indicated that developing generic biotech drugs would help bring down the cost of U.S. health care. These less expensive versions are expected have prices discounts that are...

Have you begun to notice an increase in the frequency and distribution of crimes being committed against individuals?

You will soon come to know of an extremely effective and affordable means of enhancing your safety.

A review of the sales literature will show there is an increase in the sales of stun guns. More and more people are seeking personal solutions to enhancing self and family protection without the use of handguns.

When it comes to personal...

Trucking accident cases are quite a bit different than automobile accident cases. There are a number of reasons, but the primary reason is that trucks are regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. These regulations are voluminous and technical. This is for good reason. According to the US Department of Transportation, there are more than 400,000 truck accidents each year in the United States. And of these, approximately 5,000 resulted in fatalities. Of those, almost 80%...

Asbestos.......The unseen killer. You may not see it or smell it, not even know that it exists, but we are all inhaling it. Many more than others.

We are all surrounded by asbestos every day that we walk and breath. The only difference is that those who are exposed on a daily and regular basis are more at risk than most.

Lung Fibrosis and Mesothelioma, cancer, are perhaps two of the deadliest results caused from long term exposure to asbestos.

Lethal vs. non-lethal. That is the main argument for using a stun gun, Taser, or pepper spray instead of a handgun.

We, as a people, abhor violence. However, we see it all around us every single day. It is in the newspapers, on TV, on the internet, in magazines, on blogs, and on and on and on.  We cannot get away from the fact that violence is an everyday occurrence in our society. We have been a victim of violence ourselves, or we know someone who...

Home safety is probably one of the most talked topics on people's mind today. Can you imagine watching television with your family and suddenly a robber busts through your front or back door? It's sad but our homes are not 100% safe. There are however some tips you can learn to help protect yourself.

First make sure you have durable doors. They should be heavy, thick doors that are difficult to damage and break down, equipped with durable locks. Be sure to visit your local...

Choosing a mesothelioma lawyer to represent you in your lawsuit is something which has to be done with utmost care. The success of the case filed depends primarily on the lawyer and the patient's situation. Hence you should have complete satisfaction regarding the lawyer before hiring him. You should feel confident that he has the experience and knowledge to represent you very well. In fact, your attorney should be your trusted partner who understands your health needs and is always...