Kitchen countertop workers are dying. Some lawmakers want to ban their lawsuits

Some safety experts want California to stop the cutting of quartz countertops saying it can't be done safely. Lawmakers, ...
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As Artificial Stone Countertops Kill Workers, House Republicans Discuss Protections—for Manufacturers

Sponsors of a new bill want to give the industry immunity from lawsuits brought by injured employees. That will kill even ...

Gregg Sadwick, Countertop Expert in Rochester, NY, Shares Fabricator Tips for HelloNation

What should homeowners look for when deciding on the right countertop fabricator for a kitchen project? Live slab ...
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Stone Industry Proposes Self-Policing as California Weighs Artificial Stone Ban

As California regulators consider banning high-silica engineered stone linked to deadly silicosis, countertop manufacturers ...
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Bill would block sick countertop cutters from suing

Lawmakers in DC are weighing a bill that would shield makers of trendy quartz countertops from worker lawsuits at the very ...

Artelye Marble and Granite Enhances Custom Countertop Selection with Premium Countertop Edge Profiles

Artelye Marble and Granite expands custom countertop options with premium edge profiles, helping homeowners personalize ...

Paragon Exotic Stones Announces Premium Granite Stones for Modern Homes and Commercial Spaces

Upgrade your home with Paragon’s luxury granite countertops. Choose from a wide range of colors and patterns for ...

Correction: CDPH Dashboard Confirms Silicosis Epidemic in California Fabrication Shops: Data Shows Artificial Stone Cannot Be Safely Fabricated by Human Beings

In the news release, CDPH Dashboard Confirms Silicosis Epidemic in California Fabrication Shops: Data Shows Artificial Stone Cannot Be Safely Fabricated by Human Beings, issued 15-Jan-2026 by Brayton ...