Secondhand Asbestos Exposure

 

Secondhand Asbestos Exposure

 

Secondhand asbestos exposure The health risks of coming into direct contact with asbestos are widely known

 

 

 

 

Secondhand asbestos exposure The health risks of coming into direct contact with asbestos are widely known

Asbestos litigation and personal injury

Dear Dr. Thompson: Felony murder, Hunter S. Thompson, and the Last Gonzo Campaign Review "There he sits with a pen and a yellow pad, What a handsome lad, That's my boy."All mothers are proud of their son's accomplishments. But what I am most proud of is Matthew's honesty, integrity, and skill in telling the true story of what happened to a young girl who was in the wrong place at the wrong time. It is more than just a story. It describes a benchmark in the author's life when he put aside concerns for his comfort and well-being, even his own life. Politicians often dislike the truth and have disdain for anyone who would tell it. This non-fiction book reads like fiction. "Laissez le bon temps rouler" from this Louisana-born author. A Great Read! Dear Dr. Thompson: Felony murder, Hunter S. Thompson, and the Last Gonzo Campaign Overview Most of my memos get lost in the ether and there was no telling what would happen, but I had some small inkling that sending a memo to Hunter about Lisl was not all that dissimilar to sending a memo to Truman Capote about a murder in Kansas. The difference here was that I had Hunter's fax number.Sometimes the only thing it takes to change a life is a letter. While serving a life sentence at Colorado Womens Correctional Facility in Canon City, twenty-five-year-old Lisl Auman wrote an off-chance letter to legendary Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson to complain that his books were not available in the prison library. Auman's tragic story began in 1997 when she took a ride in the Thunder Chicken a freshly stolen red Trans Am with skinhead Matthaeus Jaehnig. Their brief and devastating journey resulted in the death of Denver Police Officer Bruce VanderJagt. Jaehnig shot VanderJagt then turned the gun on himself all while Auman was already in handcuffs in a police cruiser. Two officers later said they saw Auman hand Jaehnig the murder weapon and she was sentenced to life without parole. Communications strategist Matthew Moseley also wrote his own memo to Thompson, outlining how to organize a grassroots campaign to free Lisl Auman from prison and to take on the draconian felony murder law. Dear Dr. Thompson chronicles Lisl's epic struggles and takes you inside the last and perhaps greatest Gonzo campaign. It is a cautionary tale about death, destruction, lies, justice, the power of media and ultimately, forgiveness. Available at Amazon Check Price Now! *** Product Information and Prices Stored: Sep 11, 2010 15:04:16

California

 

  California is the most populous state in the United States and the third-largest by land area, after Alaska and Texas. California is also the most populous sub-national entity in North America. It's on the U.S. West Coast, bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west and by the states of Oregon to the north, Nevada to the east, Arizona to the southeast, Baja California, Mexico, to the south. Its 5 largest cities are Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San

 

 

Francisco, and Long Beach, with Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Jose each having at least 1 million residents. Like most populated states, California's capital, Sacramento is smaller than the state's largest city, Los Angeles. The state is home to the nation's 2nd- and 6th-largest census statistical areas and 8 of the nation's 50 most populous cities. California has a varied climate and geography and a multi-cultural population.

Tina Knowles, creator of 'House of Dereon' to sell affordable clothing line at Walmart

Tina Knowles taps just about everyone around her to be a fit model for her new line of clothes that just moved into Walmart, from her best 50-something-year-old friend in Houston to the young hip woman answering phones in her Manhattan office. And, yes, her daughter Beyonce already has samples from the upcoming spring collection.

But nothing goes into the collection, called Miss Tina, that she doesn't think complements her own figure.

"I'm the best model for this," Knowles says. "I'm busty, I'm full under the arms and around the back. I couldn't wear jackets or a white button-down shirt before, and I don't want bare arms. All I was looking for was a jacket that actually closed."

Knowles started this label — separate from the more upscale House of Dereon and junior line Dereon that she works on with Beyonce — about three years ago, originally partnering with HSN.

It was a great experience that afforded her the chance to get feedback from customers, Knowles says. She did take the advice, even about her own appearance.

"Since I was 16, I wore red lipstick. My girls have told me for years not to wear red lipstick, but I didn't listen. But then when a caller said it, I listened," she says with a smile. "You know how it is with family."

When the time came to choose a bigger retail outlet, Walmart was the one willing to do the extended size range that Knowles wanted: up to a size 18.

Whether you're a size 4 or 20, women want the same thing, according to Knowles.

"These clothes are all made with the thought process to make you look slimmer and taller," she says. "Every dress has some draping and ruching, everything has stretch, even the leather jackets. Sand-blasting on jeans? That's not great for most figures and you won't find it here."

But you will find Knowles — and feel free to call her Miss Tina, everyone does — visiting several Walmart locations this month to guide shoppers into the outfits she thinks would be best on them. (Knowles will be in Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Torrance and West Sacramento, Calif.)"When I owned a hair salon back in Houston, I did a lot of makeovers. Women would come in for a new hairstyle and go out with a whole new look. I know what looks good on a woman."

The one silhouette she'd like to see women break out of their comfort zone and try are the attached miniskirt-legging combination. It doesn't have the hanger appeal of, say, a snake-print dress, but she thinks it's universally flattering.

The most valuable style advice, however, comes from within, she says. "The best thing you can do is take your time to study your own style, then the individual pieces will come naturally."

NRCC: Michigan Democrat "Supports Pulling the Plug on Grandma"

 

The National Republican Congressional Committee is circulating a video of state Rep. Gary McDowell, the Democratic nominee in the race to replace retiring Michigan Rep. Bart Stupak (D), showing McDowell discussing the cost of health care in the last three months of life. The event took place at Mancelona High School in the fall of 2009, months before McDowell declared he would run for Congress.

"We're not going to be able to provide for our children's education, we're not going to be able to provide all the other things in life that we need to do first as a society, because we are taking so much money for health care at the end of life and the reason is, because I've mentioned to you before, our whole health care system is based upon procedures, doing these things on real expensive gadgets and whistles and bells," McDowell said at a forum. [...]
"It seems that Gray McDowell supports pulling the plug on Grandma because her health care is too expensive," said NRCC spokesman Tom Erickson. "Where an ailing person may see a new lease on life, career politician McDowell sees a 'real expensive gadget' with too many 'whistles and bells'. If Michigan families are going to keep their loved ones safe, they need to keep McDowell and his extremist views far from Washington."

Symptoms of Mesothelioma – Early Detection of a Deadly Cancer

   

In most cases, people usually ignore the symptoms of Mesothelioma due to their generic nature. This is because the early symptoms of mesothelioma can also be the indication of other common diseases. Furthermore, researches have concluded that a patient with prior exposure to asbestos may develop mesothelioma much later in his/her life, i.e. after 20 to 40 years of asbestos encounter. Thus, many patients disregard the possibility of developing mesothelioma due to something that happened much earlier in their lives.

 

 

Mesothelioma is a cancer in which the protective linings of the body’s internal organs get affected by malignant cells. These linings include:

 

•Pleura: the outer lining surrounding the lungs and chest cavity;

 

•Peritoneum: the lining of the abdominal cavity; and

 

•Pericardium: a sac holding the heart.

 

The symptoms of mesothelioma affecting these organs can vary due to the special nature and functions of the organs. Some of these symptoms are severe, and also some of the symptoms are rare. It is, therefore, recommended to contact a physician if the symptoms prevail.

 

Additionally, if mesothelioma is detected at early stages, the chances for a possible cure are high.

 

Following are the symptoms of mesothelioma, categorized by types:

 

Pleural Mesothelioma Symptoms:

 

•Shortness of breath

 

•Coughing up blood

 

•Pain in chest

 

•Pleural effusions (fluid accumulation in the lung lining)

 

•Back pain

 

•Hoarseness

 

•Weakness

 

•Problem in swallowing

 

•Loss of appetite

 

•Weight loss

 

•Excessive coughing

 

•Swelling

 

•Paralysis

 

•Fever

 

In severe cases, a pleural mesothelioma patient can develop pneumothorax or lung cancer (lung failure). Nonetheless, some patients may show almost no symptoms.Peritoneal Mesothelioma Symptoms:

 

•Swelling or mass accumulation in the abdomen

 

•Weight Loss

 

•Abdominal pain

 

•Bowel obstruction

 

•Blood clots

 

•Fever

 

•Nausea

 

•Vomiting

 

•HerniaPericardium Mesothelioma Symptoms:

 

•Chest pain

 

•Shortness of breath

 

•Cough

 

•Unusual heart beating

 

•Irregular breathing patterns

 

These symptoms of mesothelioma can also be the indications of other minor diseases. However, if diagnosed soon, these symptoms can help the doctors to cure the cancer at a primitive stage. Remember that only a doctor can confirm the presence of mesothelioma by examining medical reports, asbestos exposure history, MRI and/or CT scan. In some cases, a needle biopsy can also be conducted.

 

 

 

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How To Choose Mesothelioma Attorneys or Contact With Mesothelioma Lawyers For Mesothelioma Case?

   

How To Choose Mesothelioma Attorneys or Contact With Mesothelioma Lawyers For Mesothelioma Case?

 

Mesothelioma cancer is a rare type of cancer that occurs in individuals due to asbestos exposure. When you are considering pursuing an asbestos cancer-related case, you are definitely need mesothelioma attorneys or mesothelioma lawyers who are experienced and successful in the courts when dealing with mesothelioma case and other asbestos-related diseases.

There are few things those you have to consider when you are looking for any mesothelioma lawyer or mesothelioma attorney. If you want to file a mesothelioma case , you need to contact with mesothelioma attorneys or lawyers to do that successfully. Always remember the following when you are seeking legal assistance (mesothelioma attorneys) .

 

* Always make sure that the mesothelioma lawyer you are considering has a solid legal portfolio with asbestos-related cases. As it is very hard task to do so you need an mesothelioma attorney who is experienced with asbestos cases to walk you through the complicated issues specific to asbestos-related diseases. Never hesitate to ask for the law firm’s success rate in asbestos cancer’s cases similar to yours.

 

* Try to set up a consultation to assess your comfort level with your mesothelioma lawyer. During this meeting your asbestos case you will need to assess if you believe you can have an effective and comfortable client-attorney relationship. You should feel at ease talking to them, and you should be sure they listen carefully to your concerns.

 

* The lawyer of your asbestos cancer case should listen closely to the specifics of your case and be able to explain your options and the ramifications of each option. Your mesothelioma attorney should also be able to offer recommendations on the best course of action. Once you are not comfortable with the information and options provided to you, you should get a second opinion.

 

* Make sure that the attorney’s fees your lawyer is charging are fair and reasonable and that does go into a valid asbestos lawsuit. Your asbestos case should be taken by a law firm on a contingency basis and only charge upon a successful recovery.

 

Here are some information of a great law farm. Belluck & Fox has a national reputation as asbestos and mesothelioma attorneys because they have recovered more than 200 million dollars in compensation from companies for their clients with mesothelioma and asbestos-related cancers. Belluck & Fox has those attorneys who have been named to the Super Lawyers list of “Top Attorneys in the New York Metro Area.” If you decide to retain their services for your mesothelioma lawsuit, they will work for you and your family on a contingency basis. This means that they will not receive a fee unless they are successful in obtaining settlements or recovering compensation for you and your family.

 

Find the best law firm to choose the best attoneys for your mesothelima case.

Cash-out Refinancing Credit Traps

 

Once upon a time in the not too distant past, homeowners could snap their fingers and withdraw money from the unused equity in their properties via a cash-out refinance. Since the mortgage crisis, however, doing a cash-out finance has become more like a fairy tale -- both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have reported that the numbers for cash-out refinancings have recently hit record lows.

 

As home values plummeted and the job market shriveled, homeowners have been more likely eligible for foreclosure than a cash-out refinance, which requires borrowers to have reasonable home equity, abundant assets, and a steady job. If you’re one of the lucky few who is eligible, and want to take advantage of historically low interest rates, bravo. But don’t get caught in one of the following credit traps, which can derail your opportunity.

 

Avoid large purchases

 

Since June 1, 2010, Fannie Mae has been requiring banks to do a “recheck” on a potential borrower’s financial condition right before a loan can close. If there are significant changes, the bank can delay or even cancel the mortgage entirely. Therefore, it’s essential that you don’t make any large purchases, which may run up your credit card bills or deplete the assets in your bank account until after your mortgage closes. If you have a situation that requires immediate payment, like an emergency home repair, borrow money from a friend or relative instead of putting it on your credit card.

 

Be properly seasoned

 

Have you ever heard of a seasoning requirement? Most mortgage lenders have one. If you’ve tapped the equity in your home, it’s the period of time that you must wait before you can do it again. This includes a previous mortgage refinance, home equity loan, or home equity line of credit (HELOC). Each lender follows a different set of rules, but the seasoning period is generally six months to a year. If you’re lucky, you may find a lender that doesn’t have one, but in this tight mortgage market, you may need a little fairy dust to locate one.

 

Check your credit report

 

You’ve heard it before, and you’ll hear it again because it’s so important: Before applying for a cash-out refinance, contact the three leading credit agencies – Experian, Equifax, and Trans Union – and get a copy of your credit report. Review them for any incorrect information and have it corrected immediately. If you have a borderline score, a one-point difference can sometimes make a tremendous impact on the interest rate that you’ll receive, and you may even incur additional fees. You can check your credit report for free once every year from each of the three agencies by going to annualcreditreport.com. However, if you want to check your FICO score, you’ll need to pay.

 

If you’re lucky enough to qualify for a cash-out refinance, keep your credit clean. Then you can be assured that you won’t need the magic of a fairy godmother to make sure you’ll have a smooth closing.