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There is a growing epidemic of lung diseases like silicosis silently afflicting the workers who fabricate engineered stone for kitchen and bathroom countertops. Many of these workers are non-English speaking immigrants with undocumented […]

Artificial stone fabrication workers are seeing deceptive advertisements online and on television urging them to write or call in for a free silica exposure claim offering them financial compensation in as little as […]

Warning: Working with engineered stone exposes you to dangerous silica dust, causing potentially fatal lung diseases like silicosis, lung cancer, and chronic kidney disease. Silica Dust Threat: Engineered stone contains high levels of […]

The popularity of engineered stone countertops presents a hidden challenge: worker safety. These alluring surfaces, composed primarily of silica, raise concerns about potentially harmful silica dust exposure during fabrication and installation. Understanding the […]

Behind the shine of many popular engineered stone countertops lurks a hidden risk: silica dust. While these surfaces offer beauty and durability, the process of fabricating and installing them can expose workers and […]

Beneath the gleaming surfaces of many stunning kitchens and bathrooms lurks a hidden danger. The engineered stone (quartz) countertops, prized for their affordability and elegance, hold a dark secret: a growing epidemic of […]

The cases of engineered stone silicosis identified in California, Texas, Oregon, Washington, Georgia, and other states are “just the tip of the iceberg” and “many more cases are occurring nationwide” according to Drs. […]