Engineered Stone

Silica, primarily found as respirable crystalline silica (RCS) in various industries, remains a significant health hazard with potentially severe implications such as silicosis, other respiratory diseases, and even cancer.

Artificial stone, particularly engineered stone used in countertops, poses significant health risks to workers involved in its manufacturing, finishing, and installation.

The emergence of silicosis among artificial stone fabrication workers has unveiled a troubling aspect of the industry: the apparent disregard by manufacturers and suppliers for the health and safety of those who work with their products.

In recent years, concerns have grown over the toxicity of particles generated by artificial stone, which appear to have more severe health implications than those produced by natural stone.

Toxic tort is a complex area of law that deals with the harm caused to individuals due to exposure to toxic substances. This type of negligence involves legal actions against corporations responsible for manufacturing, distributing, or selling products containing harmful chemicals without adequate warnings or safety instructions.

Wilsonart LLC, a titan in the world of high-pressure laminates and engineered surfaces, has charted a course of aggressive growth and innovation since its inception in 1956. With a portfolio boasting an array of products from Chemsurf® to THINSCAPE® Performance Tops, Wilsonart has positioned itself as a leader in surface solutions. However, beneath the sheen of these accomplishments lies a complex web of environmental, ethical, and market concerns.

Since its incorporation in New York in 1953, Walker & Zanger, Inc. has been a stalwart in the tile and stone industry.

Piedrafina Marble, Inc., initially incorporated as Pedrafina Marble, Inc. in 2012, has positioned itself as a significant player in the marble distribution industry, with its principal office nestled in Stockton, California.

Paragon Industries, operating under the trade name Bedrosians Tile and Stone since its incorporation in California in 1974, has long been recognized as a key player in the tile and stone industry.

Gramar Stone Center, Inc., established in 2001 and based in Anaheim, California, has positioned itself as a leading wholesaler of natural and artificial stone products in the U.S. Despite its wide selection and international sourcing, the company’s approach to consumer and worker safety, specifically regarding its artificial stone products like quartz, raises significant concerns.