Many are well-acquainted with the risks asbestos exposure poses re developing malignant mesothelioma, but a new published study now indicates that asbestos workers may also be more prone to colorectal, esophageal, and liver cancers. Asbestos & Colorectal Cancer Specifically, doctors at the University of Caen measured cancer incidence amongst asbestos plant workers between the years … Continued
Read MoreBankRate.com just released a report finding that Louisiana is the worst state for drivers. The report ranked each of the states based on fatal crashes, car thefts, commute times, vehicle expenses, gas prices, and insurance premiums. The report specifically favored states where gas, car repairs, and other costs were kept reasonable. They also provided points … Continued
Read MoreIt was hard to miss the news covering the August 5 toxic mine spill near Silverton, Colorado into the Animas River, turning it a yellow-orange. The spill accidentally occurred when the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was trying to cleanup wastewater from the nearby Gold King mine that had been accumulating since the mine closed in … Continued
Read MoreMany people do not realize just how much danger firefighters place themselves in every day. Although at risk from the obvious injuries associated with putting out fires, they are also at a higher risk of developing mesothelioma due to exposure to asbestos. In fact, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, firefighters … Continued
Read MoreThis month, environmental advocacy groups threatened to sue the Louisiana state Department of Education and the Recovery School District if they move forward with construction of a new school on a contaminated site without first conducting tests to ensure that the area is not hazardous. Opponents of the school’s construction are concerned that it will … Continued
Read MoreIt is frightening to realize that the fate of a newborn infant is almost entirely in the hands of the doctors and hospitals where he or she is delivered. Most of the time, everything goes fine and the baby comes out healthy. However, when the doctors and hospital staffers make mistakes, this sometimes spells out … Continued
Read MoreAccording to an audit just released, oversight of the quality of care in Louisiana’s veteran homes located in Bossier City, Jackson, Jennings, Monroe, and Reserve, is lacking. Specifically, all five homes—which house more than 700 people—were cited for deficiencies. These ranged from failure to dispose of garbage properly to causing resident injuries due to a … Continued
Read MoreEnvironmental hazards could end up causing many of Louisiana’s small towns and villages to effectively disappear due to the state losing an average of 17 square miles per year to the sea. Scientists report that the main factors causing entire towns to turn into open water and the loss of wetlands is the sea-level rise, … Continued
Read MoreA recently released article indicated that Louisiana has the third-highest rate of bicycle related deaths in the country, according to a recent study done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Specifically, the study found that the death rate for adults (ages 35-74) is second only to Florida and Delaware—two of the deadliest states for … Continued
Read MoreEric Nowak was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2016 in the field of Commercial Litigation. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most highly-respected peer review guide to the legal profession worldwide. Eric’s successful career in litigation has helped dozens of clients and families in getting the justice they deserve. This inclusion in … Continued
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