The USS Abbot (DD-629) was a Fletcher-class destroyer that distinguished itself through two decades of naval service spanning World War II, the Korean conflict, and the Cold War era. The Abbot played a pivotal role in modern American naval history, transitioning from wartime engagement to peacetime deterrence. Like all naval vesselsconstructed during this period, the vessel
Goulds Pumps’ history as a manufacturer of industrial pumps dates back to the 1840s, when it first began producing wooden pumps. Over the years, the company began incorporating asbestos in many of its products to add strength. While the company’s pumps no longer contain this hazardous material, countless workers experienced significant occupational asbestos exposure from working with
Federal regulators have requested a stay of litigation regarding their recent asbestos ban as they reassess the landmark decision announced in March 2024, leaving mesothelioma advocates concerned that recent progress may be reversed. Though that litigation on the Environmental Protection Agency’s ban was pending in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, there are fears that
The USS Rich (DD-820) was a Navy destroyer that spent three decades supporting American objectives. The vessel played a role in many important moments, from the Suez Crisis to the Cuban Missile Crisis to the Apollo space missions. Like almost all ships of her time, the Rich was built with substantial quantities of asbestos, the carcinogenic
Gardner-Denver manufactures equipment for pump systems, compression technology, and fluid control. For much of its more than 150-year history, the company used asbestos in many of its products, leading to exposure and diagnoses of mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other life-threatening diseases. People who were harmed after working with, installing, or servicing Gardner-Denver equipment may be eligible to seek compensation for
General Dynamics Electric Boat Shipyard, in Groton, Connecticut, is respected for fabricating submarines, including the world’s first nuclear submarine. But throughout its history, the shipyard’s personnel risked asbestos exposure. Many of these workers were diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related conditions, while others are still at risk for these serious illnesses. Why Was Asbestos Used in Ship
The Navy destroyer USS Holder (DD-819) served the United States for over thirty years, participating in operations surrounding the Cold War and interventions in the Middle East. Like almost all ships constructed in the mid-20th century, the Holder was built with asbestos, a material that is recognized today as a highly toxic carcinogen. Many of the
The USS New (DD-818) served the United States Navy for three decades, spanning the early Cold War, Middle East crises, and Vietnam conflict. Like all vessels of her generation, this Gearing-class destroyer was constructed with extensive amounts of asbestos-containing materials throughout her systems and compartments. Many who served aboard this ship have since developed mesothelioma and other illnesses caused by their exposure
The USS Corry III (DD-817) was a Navy ship built when asbestos was regularly used in the construction of Navy vessels and all kinds of ships. It was everywhere, from the floor and ceiling tiles to the equipment that powered the ships’ propulsion systems. Thousands of former crew members from ships like the USS Corry developed pleural mesothelioma,
Alfa Laval is a global leader in industrial products for heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling. The company’s history includes decades during which asbestos-containing insulation was part of many of its products. The use of this carcinogenic material has led to untold numbers of people developing mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other deadly diseases. Individuals sickened after handling, installing, or