Silicosis is an incurable workplace disease. Countertop fabrication workers around the country who have contracted the illness are suing the artificial stone industry for billions. However, while California weighs a ban on the product, the manufacturers’ defenders in Congress are trying to ban the lawsuits. Josh Eidelson explains. (Source: Bloomberg)
Crafting America’s Countertops is Killing Workers
Silicosis is an incurable workplace disease. Countertop fabrication workers around the country who have contracted the illness are suing the artificial stone industry for billions. However, while California weighs a ban on the product, the manufacturers’ defenders in Congress are…
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