June 23, 2014
There are many products available on the market aimed to make parents’ lives easier and more efficient. But what happens when these products fail and risk their childrens’ safety? In both the United States and Canada, over 350 phil&teds Travel System 26 infant car seat adaptors for strollers have been recalled due to a fall [...]
June 23, 2014
Failing to supply adequate warnings about the dangers of asbestos is just one way in which asbestos companies and employers in general have deliberately misled and poisoned their workers throughout the years. The side effects of prolonged asbestos exposure have been recorded since Roman times and with thousands of mesothelioma patients diagnosed every year, it [...]
June 21, 2014
This story is from Canada, but it could just as easily been from someone in California. Asbestos knows no boundaries. It drifts effortlessly on air currents, invisible and unnoticed, when suddenly it is inhaled by a future victim, who does not suspect they are a victim, until 20 or 30 years later, they have difficulty [...]
June 20, 2014
Did you know that asbestos exposure is still common at many blue collar jobsites? Manual workers have been at risk for asbestos exposure on the job more than any other employees in America. Scroll through our infographic to find out why: If you or a loved one have been continually exposed to asbestos at work, the chances of an asbestos-related disease developing within your body are high. Alerting your doctor to the possibility of past exposure will keep them looking for signs and symptoms of these deadly diseases. If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, or other asbestos-related diseases, do not hesitate […]
June 20, 2014
Tools have come a long way since we first invented the wheel, and sometimes not for the better. While technology has blessed us power drills and electric saws, some of these new tools can become dangerous for users if they are not built and programmed correctly.Recently, about 25,000 pneumatic nail guns manufactured by Hitatchi Koki [...]
June 18, 2014
The Environmental Protection Agency has implemented several laws pertaining to asbestos and the way that it should be handled by certified individuals, but those laws are not always abided by. Recently, a Boise, Idaho-based company violated these laws by contaminating sixteen sites with asbestos materials. In efforts to remove aging and undersized pipes in Orofino, ID, Owyhee Construction ran into cement asbestos pipes and moved them above ground, where airborne asbestos fibers could pollute the surrounding area. The company’s on-site manager and foreman pleaded guilty to violating the Clean Air Act. They were also sentenced to six months in prison. […]
June 18, 2014
Whether you live in sunny California or brisk Chicago, a boiler or space heater is bound to come in handy at some point. People all over the country turn them on to heat small rooms and houses with little problems, but some models have proven to be safer than others.Recently Weil-McClain recalled over 8,000 boilers [...]
June 16, 2014
Easy, do-it-yourself home makeovers can be a lot of fun. Switching out a paint color or drawer knob can make a world of difference in a dull room – but what if those new improvements pose danger to you and your family?Recently, Cost Plus recalled about 251,400 glass bubble knobs because they can pose a [...]
June 14, 2014
It is no secret that Brayton Purcell L.L.P. loves animals of all kinds. We have been seen sponsoring several non-profit events that benefit our animal friends throughout the years and our employees are dedicated to working with and volunteering at local animal shelters around Marin County. The Marin Humane Society is one of our employee’s favorite places to visit our animal friends. Not only do several of our employees volunteer their time to the Marin Humane Society, our Senior Trial Partner, Gil Purcell, has adopted many felines from MHS. Squinty, Me Too, and Cheese are just a few of Mr. Purcell’s ten […]