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         <title>Man receives $10 million in asbestos lawsuit</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A man from Texas has received $10 million in an asbestos lawsuit.  The man was diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer a few years ago.</p>

<p>According to <a href="http://mddailyrecord.com/2010/02/07/jury-awards-10m-for-asbestos-exposure/">this article,</a> the man was exposed to asbestos decades ago when his father working as an engineman.  The man said that his father brought home asbestos fibers with him from his job, which exposed him to asbestos.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems including mesothelioma, a rare and often deadly form of cancer.  If you or a loved one has been exposed to asbestos, even for a brief period of time, you should seek medical attention and consult a lawyer with experience in asbestos lawsuits.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Asbestos concerns in Philly</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>In Philadelphia, workers and a resident in a Philadelphia Housing Authority unit may have all handled asbestos without even realizing it at first.</p>

<p>According to <a href="http://www.philly.com/dailynews/local/20100204_Another_case_of_asbestos_worry.html">this article,</a> the workers removed the substance when dealing with pipes in the building.  The resident later moved pipes that the workers left, which may have been covered in asbestos.</p>

<p>Handling asbestos without proper safety equipment and training is very dangerous.  Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma, a rare but often deadly form of cancer.  Even brief exposure to asbestos can be harmful.</p>

<p>If you or a loved one has handled asbestos or been exposed to asbestos, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in asbestos or mesothelioma lawsuits.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:25:36 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Post office with asbestos to be demolished</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Officials in New Jersey are delaying the demolition of a post office in order to give more time to an ongoing asbestos abatement project.</p>

<p>The demolition will now occur in March, according to <a href="http://www.mesothelioma.com/asbestos_news_atlantic_city_new_jersey_2-2-2010.htm">this article.</a>  This gives workers more time to remove asbestos from the building, which is important to do prior to demolition to prevent asbestos fibers from entering the air.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems including mesothelioma, a rare and often deadly form of cancer.  Even brief exposure to asbestos can be harmful.  Asbestos removal can be a time-consuming process and must always be done by professionals who have been properly trained and use safety equipment.</p>

<p>If you or a loved one has been exposed to asbestos, you should contact a personal injury lawyer with experience in asbestos lawsuits.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:36:10 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Boys &amp; Girls Club moves out of building with asbestos</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>The  Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County will leave a building with asbestos in it and move to a new clubhouse, according to reports.</p>

<p>Many old buildings were built with asbestos as insulation. Even though asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, it is regarded safe in buildings as long as it is untouched. Still, asbestos abatement is often preferred.</p>

<p>According to <a href="http://www.montereyherald.com/local/ci_14284979">this article,</a> the new building will be "green," or environmentally friendly.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to mesothelioma, a rare and often deadly form of cancer.  Asbestos fibers can easily be released into the air and even brief exposure is considered dangerous. If you or a loved one has been exposed to asbestos, you should seek medical attention and consult a personal injury lawyer with experience with asbestos cases.  LegalView can help provide a referral to such lawyers.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:45:26 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Asbestos removal at Dallas church</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Preservationists are hoping to save a church in Dallas have some reassurance after a delay in the destruction planned to happen after asbestos is removed from the site.</p>

<p>An asbestos removal project is currently underway at the Oak Cliff Christian Church building.  The building was initially headed towards demolition after removal was completed, but a new agreement in court has delayed the demolition until at least after early Feb., according to <a href="http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/latestnews/stories/DN-churchhearing_22met.ART.State.Edition1.4ba3169.html">this local news site.</a></p>

<p>Asbestos removal is important in buildings that have asbestos and are slated for demolition. If asbestos is not removed properly, there is a risk that the dangerous fibers will be released into the air.  Even brief exposure to asbestos has been linked to health problems, and releasing the fibers in the air could be harmful to people in the area.  Asbestos has been linked to mesothelioma, a rare but often deadly form of cancer.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:44:43 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Asbestos Scare at Oregon Prison</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Officials have canceled visiting hours at an Oregon prison in response to fears that there may be asbestos in a ceiling panel at the site.</p>

<p>According to <a href="http://www.mesotheliomaweb.org/jan201020a.htm">this article,</a> the ceiling panel in a mechanical room fell to the floor, which may have moved asbestos and released dangerous asbestos fibers into the air.  Officials are taking precautions to prevent asbestos exposure.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health issues, including mesothelioma which is a rare and often deadly form of cancer.  Even brief exposure to asbestos can be dangerous.  Even though asbestos remains in many buildings built decades ago, it is typically considered to be safe unless it is moved or altered in any way.</p>

<p>If you or a loved one has been exposed to asbestos, even for a brief amount of time, you should consult a personal injury lawyer with experience in asbestos cases.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:35:19 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Woman files suit over husband&apos;s asbestos exposure</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A woman in Texas has filed suit after her husband died of asbestos exposure.</p>

<p>Her husband died of lung cancer in 2008, the same year he was diagnosed.  According to <a href="http://www.setexasrecord.com/news/224161-woman-files-suit-over-deceased-husbands-asbestos-exposure">this article,</a> the woman believes her husband was exposed to asbestos on the job at an oil company.</p>

<p>Among other charges, the woman alleges the company failed to provide her husband with a safe workplace.</p>

<p>If you or a loved one has become sick or died from an asbestos-related illness, you should seek council immediately.  A personal injury lawyer with experience in asbestos and mesothelioma cases will help you fight for proper compensation. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:31:58 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>California to receive asbestos removal funds</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>In a bill signed last month, President Obama allocated millions of dollars to clean up an area around Mount Umunhum in northern California. The project will include asbestos removal.</p>

<p>The site requires cleanup from a former Air Force station that was located in the area, which left toxins in the ground and water and waste including asbestos in abandoned buildings, according to <a href="http://www.mesotheliomaweb.org/jan201014a.htm">this article.</a></p>

<p>The total amount, $3.2 million, will be used to clean up and reclaim the land.  Asbestos removal can be expensive because it must be done safely by trained professionals.  Since moving asbestos can release dangerous fibers into the air, proper safety equipment must be used.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma, a rare and often deadly form of cancer. If you believe you have been exposed to asbestos, even for a short period of time, you should seek medical attention and contact a personal injury lawyer immediately.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:14:08 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>UN Moves Office For Asbestos Removal</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>A temporary office opened today to house UN workers relocated because of problems, including asbestos, in the headquarters building.</p>

<p>The $140 million temporary building will be used to host conferences while the headquarters building is renovated according to <a href="http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/wire/sns-ap-un-un-building-renovation,0,4791473.story">The LA Times</a>.</p>

<p>The article says there have been numerous asbestos abatement projects in the Secretariat building, where more than 1,000 staff members still work.  It says that building is slated for work in March.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma.  Asbestos removal can be a dangerous process and must be done by licensed and trained professionals.  If you believe you have had been exposed to asbestos, even for a brief amount of time, you should consult a doctor and a personal injury lawyer immediately.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:23:09 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Asbestos Removal Could Cost School $2 Million</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>An Ohio school district is seeking funding for asbestos removal to be a part of a large rebuilding program.</p>

<p>Removal in two of the district's 17 schools is expected to cost about $2 million, according to <a href="http://www.mesotheliomanews.com/2010/01/05/asbestos-removal-could-cost">this article</a>.  Both schools are slated for demolition, but asbestos removal must be while the buildings are still standing.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma, a rare and often deadly form of cancer.  The material has been used to insulate older buildings and can be harmful if moved or disrupted, as asbestos fibers can enter the air.  Asbestos removal should always be done by trained professionals who have proper safety training and equipment.</p>

<p>If you believe you have been exposed to asbestos, you should contact a lawyer with experience in asbestos cases.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:45:47 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Asbestos Found in FL Overpass Project</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has reported asbestos contamination in an overpass construction site.</p>

<p>According to <a href="http://www.nbc-2.com/Global/story.asp?S=11723024">this article,</a> officials found more asbestos in a suspicious looking pipe that was located outside an area they had previously roped off because of possible asbestos contamination.</p>

<p>Asbestos is a dangerous material that has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma.  Even brief exposure to asbestos has been linked to these issues, so it is important to seek medical care and legal help as soon as possible if you believe you have been exposed to asbestos.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:07:44 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Massachusetts Mill Asbestos Work Still Ongoing</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Officials removing asbestos from a fire-damaged mill in Holyoke, MA are assuring people in the surrounding area that they will be safe and not exposed to asbestos fibers.</p>

<p>This is an ongoing project, and has been previously written about in this blog.  The work is expected to last until the summer.  A recently updated story has been posted <a href="http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-26/1261471895173350.xml&coll=1">here.</a></p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a rare and often deadly form of cancer.  When people work to remove asbestos, there is a risk of asbestos fibers being released into the atmosphere, and if the removal is not done properly it can be a risk to other people in the area.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.legalview.info/asbestos/2009/12/massachusetts_mill_asbestos_wo.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:50:04 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Asbestos Removal Plan Outlined in Massachusetts</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Officials in Holyoke, Massachusetts have begun to remove asbestos from a former paper mill that was damaged in a fire in 2008.</p>

<p>According to <a href="http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-25/1261124132130940.xml&coll=1">this</a> article, the removal began in October and is expected to last until the summer.</p>

<p>Asbestos is a dangerous material that has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma which is a rare and often deadly form of cancer.  Even brief exposure to asbestos has been linked with health problems.  Because the material is so dangerous, officials must be trained and in many cases licensed to remove it.  Proper equipment and safety precautions are also required for the task.</p>

<p>The article says that asbestos at the site was located in roof shingles, window caulking and tank and pipe insulation.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:26:09 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Association Calls for US to Ban Asbestos</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>The American Public Health Association recently called on Congress to pass legislation banning asbestos in the United States.</p>

<p>They hope the legislation will completely ban the manufacture, sale, export and import of products containing asbestos.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer.  Even brief exposure to asbestos can be harmful.</p>

<p>Other organizations are also calling for global bans on asbestos.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.legalview.info/asbestos/2009/12/association_calls_for_us_to_ba.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:43:20 -0700</pubDate>
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         <title>Smithsonian Settles Asbestos Lawsuit With Former Worker</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>The Smithsonian paid a former employee $233,000 and provided health insurance in a settlement after the man alleged he became sick working with walls that contained asbestos.</p>

<p>The <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/12/09/AR2009120904519.html">Washington Post</a> reports that the worker was a former exhibit specialist, and he said he became sick from asbestos while working at the National Air and Space Museum.</p>

<p>The article says his job required him to routinely drill holes into walls containing asbestos, though he said the company did not tell him the walls contained asbestos until 2008.  He alleged he and other workers became sick because of the work.</p>

<p>Asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, including mesothelioma.  Drilling into walls containing asbestos could release dangerous fibers in the air. Research has found that even brief exposure to asbestos can be harmful.<br />
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         <pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:35:06 -0700</pubDate>
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