Because of the natural resources found in Washington and Oregon, these states have been major players in the United States pulp and paper industry. Unfortunately, pulp and paper companies like Crown Zellerbach brought significant asbestos use to our area along with...
In our homes and workplaces, we rely on a steady source of electrical power to provide light, run necessary equipment and manage the comfort of our environment. As a result, we rely every day on the workers in our state’s power plants to produce that necessary energy....
As the second-most populous county in Washington, Pierce County home to a number of thriving and innovative industries. Unfortunately, these innovations have often come at the cost of the health of employees. One longstanding risk to the health of employees is...
Modern buildings use a number of different systems to support the comfort of the people inside them and to manage the environment for industrial settings. Heating and cooling systems are an especially important in maintaining the right environment within the buildings...
Insulation is a key component of both our homes and of the operations of many businesses. Not only can insulation keep homes comfortable, it can also limit the risk of fire and electrical issues in industrial or manufacturing settings. However, while insulation can...
After a four-week trial, a King County jury found Volkswagen Group of America and its parent company, Volkswagen AG of Germany, liable for the death of Thomas Sorrentino. Bergman Draper Oslund is proud to have represented Mr. Sorrentino as he fought for justice. Mr....
The lumber industry and paper industry have deep roots in Cowlitz County. The abundance of forests in the area as well as the movement of local rivers allowed these mills to have access not only to wood that could be processed into pulp but also water for use in that...
The Puget Sound Naval Shipyard outside Bremerton is the largest naval shore facility in the Pacific Northwest. This site has been a major employer in the Bremerton area for over 100 years. Unfortunately, work on this naval site has also been a significant source of...
We rely on a variety of construction workers to build the structures we live and work in. Not only do they create new structures for our changing community, but they also remodel existing structures so that they can adapt to our changing needs. Unfortunately, these...
In recent years, the public has become more aware of the risks of asbestos exposure, and many industries have taken precautions to protect workers or eliminated asbestos use entirely. Unfortunately, many people still suffer the effects of asbestos exposure, and...
