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Asbestos exposure is a concern that has long plagued…

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Cooney & Conway has filed a lawsuit on behalf of the Estate of Matthew Heiden, a Westmont Public Works employee, who died of drowning while attempting to repair a water main break on February 23, 2023. 

The lawsuit was filed on November 22, 2023, in…

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PFAS, commonly known as per and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, have emerged as major environmental threats in the past few years. Dubbed "forever chemicals" due to their long-lasting nature in the environment, they're associated…

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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber often used in construction, engineering, and automotive industries for its heat and fire-resistant properties and insulating capabilities. But contrary to its superior building advantages, asbestos can be dangerous to work with.…

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Mesothelioma is a vicious disease caused by asbestos exposure. Unfortunately, during the 1940s-1970s, many companies and manufacturers knowingly used asbestos. Why would they do this? Well, as far as construction materials go, asbestos was brilliant. It was strong, fire-resistant, water-…

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Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos was widely used until the late 20th century due to its heat-resistant and insulating properties. Unfortunately, prolonged exposure to asbestos can lead to serious health problems, including mesothelioma.…

John Devitt Cooney John Devitt Cooney: August 1954 - February 2023

John D. Cooney, Sr., 68, passed away on February 23, 2023, at Northwestern Memorial…

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Despite being banned in nearly 70 countries due to its link to various forms of cancer, asbestos is still imported and used in the United States... and it’s still making people sick. 

Data compiled by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation shows that between 1990 and 2019,…

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Although mesothelioma gets most of the attention, asbestosis is another dangerous medical condition caused by exposure to asbestos. If you have been diagnosed with asbestosis or mesothelioma, you may be eligible for compensation. Here is what you need to know.

Who is at Risk of…

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