The extensive use of asbestos in Australia throughout the 1950s to 1980s has sadly it has resulted in asbestos related diseases. This blog explains these diseases, how you can claim compensation if you have a disease caused by asbestos and what you should do if you find asbestos in your home. Read More
With the increased popularity of certain composite stone material, many workers are being exposed to the potentially fatal silica dust. This blog explains Silicosis and your legal options if you have been exposed. Read More
The terror of finding asbestos in your home or neighborhood cannot be fully understood until it happens. In Canberra recently a family was living in a 1972... Read More
Asbestos Awareness Week is an annual event that has been held since 2011. It is organised by the South Australian State Government (through SafeWork SA) as well as asbestos victims’ groups who work tirelessly to support victims of asbestos-related disease and their families. Read More
Earlier in October 2014, it was revealed that sixteen people (and probably many more) who lived within one kilometre of a Melbourne factory had each died of an asbestos-related disease. Approximately five acres of land... Read More
Asbestos was a commonly used material in a multitude of building/construction work applications from the 1950s through to the 1980s. Asbestos is a strong, resilient and very heat resistant material and it may still be found in many Australian homes and,,, Read More
