What is the link between the USS Boxer and asbestos? Like all other ships built during World War II, the USS Boxer was constructed using asbestos-containing components. The U.S. Navy stockpiled asbestos during WWII to use in shipbuilding and repair. The naturally occurring material was valued for its resistance to heat, water, fire, and corrosion….
The USS Hornet (CV-12) is an Essex-class aircraft carrier that served in World War II and Vietnam. The ship also participated in the Apollo Missions, recovering astronauts after their ocean landings. The carrier is now the centerpiece of the USS Hornet Sea, Air, and Space Museum in Alameda, California. Despite a long legacy of proud…
In the 20th century, U.S. Navy personnel didn’t think about the asbestos on the USS Benson. But like most of the ships on the seas at the time, the Benson was made with asbestos-containing parts. We now know that exposure to asbestos particles can have deadly consequences. Anyone exposed to asbestos could be diagnosed with…
When you received your diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma, you probably experienced a range of emotions within a very short time. Shock, denial, fear, and anger are all normal emotions after such a diagnosis, but it’s important to focus on the positive emotions—determination, love, and hope. Find your focus when you hire Nemeroff Law Firm’s experienced…
The USS Allen M. Sumner (DD-692) proudly served the U.S. Navy between 1943 and 1973. The 2,200-ton craft participated in campaigns in World War II, the Korean War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War, the Jordanian Crisis, and other conflicts and operations. Sadly, we now know that for the crew who served and those…