On July 12, 1989, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a landmark rule to ban asbestos, a toxic mineral known to cause mesothelioma and…
Category: Asbestos Exposure
Philadelphia Becomes First U.S. School District Criminally Charged for Asbestos Violations
In July 2025, the School District of Philadelphia became the first school district in the country to face criminal charges for failing to protect students…
EPA to Reconsider Asbestos Ban, Sparking Health Concerns
In June 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced their intent to reconsider the agency’s previous ban on chrysotile asbestos, one of six types…
Happy 250th Birthday to the U.S. Army
June 14, 2025 marks the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army — the military branch that is largely responsible for our independence from Britain and…
Honoring Veterans on the 81st Anniversary of D-Day
Exactly 81 years ago today, the Allied Forces of World War II launched the crucial invasion of Nazi-occupied Europe, landing its armies by land, sea,…
Washington Makes It Easier to Sue for Mesothelioma & Other Work-Related Illnesses
In May 2025, the Washington Supreme Court issued a landmark decision that opened the door for workers with mesothelioma and other occupational illnesses to sue…
Supporting Veterans and the Families of Fallen Soldiers This Memorial Day and Throughout the Year
May 26 marks the 54th official Memorial Day since Congress designated the last Monday of May a national observance in 1971. Memorialization and decoration services…
Celebrating Armed Forces Day 2025
Armed Forces Day is a national holiday celebrated on the third Saturday in May. This year, it falls on May 17, in the middle of…
May Is National Cancer Research Month 2025
Over 618,000 Americans will likely die from cancer in 2025 alone, according to the National Cancer Institute. While being diagnosed with mesothelioma or another cancer…
