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...
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...
Today, many people know the risks of asbestos exposure. These fibers are highly carcinogenic, and inhaling asbestos fibers can lead to mesothelioma, asbestosis and other life-altering lung conditions. Unfortunately, because of its widespread use, many people lived and...
While the pipe systems in the buildings around us often go unnoticed, we benefit from these systems every day. Pipe systems transport water to both homes and industrial settings. They transport waste away from buildings to waste management facilities. They bring steam...
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that can affect people in the Pacific Northwest like other forms of cancer. However, mesothelioma is unique in several respects. One way mesothelioma is unique, is that it is almost always caused by asbestos exposure. Another way...
If you served in the Navy or worked at shipyards such as the Lockheed Shipyard or the Todd Shipyard, chances are you were exposed to asbestos. Asbestos exposure can lead to mesothelioma, a dangerous form of cancer. If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma from working...
In a case that could have profound implications for many people suffering from asbestos-related illnesses, the Washington Court of Appeals recently reversed and remanded a case involving the safety of masks that were meant to protect people working with asbestos. The...
The United States began phasing out use of asbestos in the 1970s, but exposure to asbestos continues to harm people. In many cases, the harm stems from exposure that occurred decades earlier. Mesothelioma, an incurable form of cancer caused by asbestos exposure, can...
Unfortunately, as more is learned about asbestos exposure and the risks to consumers and workers alike, the list of at-risk scenarios continues to grow. The risks can be based on hazardous careers, dangerous consumer products or toxic construction materials. One...
With thousands of miles of shoreline and immediate access to the Pacific Ocean, the maritime sector has played an important role in the state of Washington’s economy and a lifeline for decades and decades. Among the industries it supports is shipbuilding. And through...
