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Five Lanier Law Firm Attorneys Recognized as Texas Rising Stars

HOUSTON —– The Lanier Law Firm is pleased to announce that firm attorneys Natalie Armour, Ryan Ellis, Caroline McLeod, Rebecca Phillips, and Christopher Phipps have been named among the state’s top young lawyers on the 2023 list of Texas Rising Stars. “This distinction speaks to the quality of young talent we are able to attract and retain and reflects

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Asbestos in Roofing Felt

Asbestos Roof Felt Asbestos roofing felt provided a fire-resistant underlayment for roofs from the 1940s until well into the 1980s. Uncoated roofing felt was comprised of up to 87 percent asbestos. Roofers may have consequently been exposed to significant levels of asbestos almost daily when it was in popular use. They may still encounter asbestos

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Asbestos in Insulation

Asbestos in Insulation The insulating qualities of asbestos are among its most valuable properties. Asbestos insulation was used in virtually every building constructed between the 1930s and the late 1970s and in some homes constructed until 1990 and beyond. As a result, millions of workers and homeowners have contracted life-threatening asbestos-related illnesses.  Free Case Evaluation

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Mesothelioma Latency Period

Mesothelioma Latency Period Mesothelioma is a devastating illness that generally develops decades after the first exposure. During the mesothelioma latency period, you may not experience symptoms. By the time symptoms do emerge, you may not connect them to your occupation from decades earlier. This can result in a delayed diagnosis at a late stage of

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Welders and Asbestos Exposure

Welders Asbestos Exposure Welders have historically worked in industrial environments where asbestos products were routinely used. They also handled asbestos directly when using welding rods, protective clothing, and chemical compounds. The companies responsible for welders’ asbestos exposure knew about the dangers but failed to alert them or provide protection. If you or a loved one has

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Carpenters and Asbestos Exposure

Carpenters Asbestos Exposure Carpenters were exposed to asbestos through virtually every material they handled from the early 1900s until approximately 1980. Even today, carpenters risk being exposed to significant levels of asbestos during demolitions and repairs of older structures. If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma from asbestos exposure, you might be eligible to

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Mesothelioma Risk Factors

Mesothelioma Risk Factors Asbestos exposure is the only proven cause of mesothelioma. However, most people who have been exposed to asbestos do not develop mesothelioma, even with heavy, long-term exposure. This makes it impossible to predict who will contract it. You are most likely to develop this disease if you have been exposed to asbestos

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Falls, Slips, and Trips

Houston Slip and Fall Lawyer

Houston Slip and Fall Lawyer Slip and fall accidents occur regularly throughout Houston and can affect anyone. Understanding the Texas laws governing these accidents can help victims gauge the strength of their legal claims. A Houston slip and fall lawyer at the Lanier Law Firm can help. Free Case Evaluation Navigate This Page Why should

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