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Even though laws exist nowadays to greatly restrict the use of asbestos, the dangers and potential risks associated with the product remain present throughout South Carolina and the rest of the nation. Certain locations, such as old schools, libraries, factories and other buildings, are high-risk asbestos areas. Then again, there are hazards associated with newer […]

In South Carolina and elsewhere some individuals are battling illnesses and incurable respiratory diseases associated with exposure to asbestos. Not only are construction workers, factory workers and other industrial employees at high risk for such injuries, people who live in or near various types of structures or businesses may also be in danger of contracting […]

Many South Carolina college campuses have buildings that contain asbestos. The dangers associated with asbestos exposure are well-known. A university in another state, however, claims its students, faculty and visitors have no reason for concern even though there are active asbestos abatement projects happening at the school. A director of occupational health and safety at the university […]

Many South Carolina dwellings contain health hazards due to types of paint or other products used to decorate. In fact, some homes that contain paint from the 1980s, or earlier, place residents and visitors at risk for asbestos exposure. This can pose a complicated legal situation if residents of an apartment or other complex rent their […]