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Signs of Lead Paint and Tests to Confirm It
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Lead Paint Poisoning Published on June 19, 2019Lead paint and asbestos are two substances that were very popular for a number of years before it was widely known they caused serious and sometimes life-threatening health problems. However, the odds of asbestos exposure occurring in a home built after the late 1970s are pretty low, while the odds of lead paint exposure could […]
Read moreAsbestos Exposure Risks for Firefighters
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on June 14, 2019Firefighters are widely praised for the work they do in responding to emergencies. While others run out of burning buildings, they run in to save lives. This heroism is not without its risks, including the risk of being exposed to asbestos, the mineral that causes life-threatening diseases like lung cancer and mesothelioma. If you have […]
Read moreWho is at Fault in a Rear-End Crash with More Than Two Vehicles?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on May 23, 2019Rear-end accidents happen quite often and they can result in much more severe injuries than people realize. For example, victims of these crashes could suffer from chronic neck pain for quite some time. When these crashes occur and involve more than two vehicles, it is sometimes difficult to determine who is at fault and how […]
Read moreRisk Factors for Asbestos Exposure for Carpenters
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on May 14, 2019Carpenters mainly work with wood and finish products, which might make you wonder how they can be exposed to asbestos. While they may not work directly with materials that contain asbestos, they may work next to others who did, which means they could have easily breathed in these fibers. If you or a loved one […]
Read moreHow to Dispute an Independent Medical Examiner’s Report
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on April 03, 2019You may have to go through an independent medical examination as part of the insurance claims process. It is crucial to remember that the examiners are often people who have regularly worked for the insurance company. They are much more likely to reach conclusions that minimize the extent of your injuries or can be easily […]
Read moreAre Welders at Risk for Asbestos Exposure?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on March 28, 2019Welders work on a variety of projects – whenever pieces of metal need to be joined together, you need a welder. The problem for many welders, particularly in years past, is they were at high-risk for exposure to asbestos, which can cause severe health problems, like lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis. For many years, welding […]
Read moreDoes Maryland’s Workers’ Compensation System Cover Mesothelioma?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on March 11, 2019Many people who developed mesothelioma or other asbestos-linked diseases were exposed to asbestos at their job. They may have worked with asbestos-containing materials or been close to others who did and breathed in asbestos fibers that became airborne. (A large majority of mesothelioma cases are related to asbestos exposure.) The fact that exposure often occurs […]
Read moreWhat Can Passengers Do After a Car Accident Injury?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on February 28, 2019If you were in someone else’s car and he or she got into an accident, you are probably wondering how to recover compensation for your damages. This is not something that many people are familiar with, so most people do not know what to do. The compassionate Maryland car accident lawyers at Peter T. Nicholl […]
Read moreDo You Believe in any of These Myths about Asbestos?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on February 18, 2019People believe a lot of myths and have various misconceptions about asbestos, the mineral that causes mesothelioma and other serious illnesses. Believing these things could prevent you from seeking treatment or exploring legal options when you discover you have an asbestos-related disease. If you or a loved one suffered an injury through exposure to asbestos, […]
Read moreWhat are Your Options for Removing Lead Paint from Your House?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Lead Paint Poisoning Published on February 01, 2019If you discover lead paint in your home, your first thought might be to move as quickly as possible. However, it is also possible to pay to have the lead paint safely removed from the home to prevent you or your family members from being exposed to it, including the harmful dust it can leave […]
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