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Carpenters and Asbestos Exposure

Carpenters Asbestos Exposure Carpenters were exposed to asbestos through virtually every material they handled from the early 1900s until approximately 1980. Even today, carpenters risk being exposed to significant levels of asbestos during demolitions and repairs of older structures. If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma from asbestos exposure, you might be eligible to […]

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Mesothelioma Risk Factors

Mesothelioma Risk Factors Asbestos exposure is the only proven cause of mesothelioma. However, most people who have been exposed to asbestos do not develop mesothelioma, even with heavy, long-term exposure. This makes it impossible to predict who will contract it. You are most likely to develop this disease if you have been exposed to asbestos

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Houston Slip and Fall Lawyer

Houston Slip and Fall Lawyer Slip and fall accidents occur regularly throughout Houston and can affect anyone. Understanding the Texas laws governing these accidents can help victims gauge the strength of their legal claims. A Houston slip and fall lawyer at the Lanier Law Firm can help. Free Case Evaluation Navigate This Page Why should

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Mark Lanier Impact Case Award

Mark Lanier Recognized by Benchmark Litigation for $650 Million “Impact Case”

Verdict, judgment in Opioid MDL establishes precedent for other cases Mark Lanier, co-founder of The Lanier Law Firm, has been honored with an “Impact Case Award” by the prestigious legal guide Benchmark Litigation for his role as lead trial counsel in securing a $650.6 million judgment in the National Prescription Opiate Litigation. That ruling by an Ohio federal court followed

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Asbestos in Brake Pads

Asbestos Brake Pad Brake pads were previously manufactured with asbestos, a substance that can cause cancers like mesothelioma. Read this guide to learn why brake pads contain asbestos, if brake pads have asbestos, and what to do if you have developed mesothelioma from using asbestos brakes.  Free Case Evaluation Navigate This Page Why Was Asbestos

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Asbestos in Drywall

Asbestos in Drywall Drywall is the primary material in walls, ceilings, and partitions in most residential and commercial buildings in the United States. From 1940 to 1980, asbestos was added to drywall components for strength and reinforcement. Exposure to asbestos in drywall may occur at home or in the workplace, resulting in a risk of

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Asbestos Exposure While Pregnant

Asbestos Exposure While Pregnant Asbestos exposure during pregnancy may subject the mother and the unborn child to health risks. The risk to the fetus is considered to be minimal, because asbestos fibers rarely enter the bloodstream. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma while pregnant, contact the Lanier Law Firm today for

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Asbestos in Schools

Asbestos in Schools School buildings constructed before 1980 may contain asbestos in virtually all building components from the rooftops to the floors. School districts across the United States have failed to take meaningful action to mitigate asbestos hazards in schools. As a result, children and personnel face heightened risks of developing mesothelioma and other asbestos-related

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Social Media Addiction

Social Media Addiction  Social media addiction is increasingly common among children and adolescents. Young people are susceptible to the mental health effects caused by the manipulative algorithms used by social media platforms. While social interactions are necessary for adolescent development, companies put profits ahead of safety when they fail to protect users from the risks

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