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Up until the past handful of decades, asbestos was heavily used in building materials. It was cheap, accessible, and, at the time, we didn’t see any downsides. But that didn’t last. Now, it’s crucial to recognize what building products in your home may contain asbestos.

Every day, people use ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft. While most of these rides occur without incident, if you are injured in an accident involving a ride-sharing vehicle, it’s important to understand who’s liable and whether you’ll be able to sue for your damages. Here’s what you need…

Are you or a loved one considering seeking compensation for illness related to Monsanto's Roundup? Understanding the key factors that can affect your Roundup legal case is crucial. 

In this article, we look at seven key factors…

Bayer recently announced its plan to remove the pesticide glyphosate from some of its RoundUp products. This announcement comes after years of litigation in which the agricultural and pharmaceutical…

Seeing as the construction industry accounts for roughly 10% of all workplace injuries, it’s easy to see that it can be a dangerous, challenging career. However, construction is a vital part of our workforce and economy. The construction industry is currently home to over 733k…

When we think of construction workers, we envision them in their iconic orange vests and bright yellow hard hats. These safety measures are not just symbolic; they reflect the inherent dangers of the construction industry. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a major concern for construction…

The construction industry is not necessarily known for being the safest career. However, it’s considerably safer today than compared to just a few decades ago—all thanks to the implementation of strict, federally enforced regulations. Unfortunately, no amount of preparation and enforcement can…

Cooney & Conway is delighted to report that six of our team have been recognized for the 2021 Emerging Lawyers Award! This award is given to top lawyers who are age 40 and younger or have practiced law for less than 10 years. To qualify, they must have been specifically…

Our team at Cooney & Conway is eager to announce that twelve of our very own have been recognized for the 2021 Leading Lawyer Award! This award is only bestowed upon qualified top state lawyers who have been recognized by their peers for exemplary work. Less than 5…