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Civil Air Patrol and Mesothelioma Claims
We Help Civil Air Patrol Workers with Mesothelioma Lawsuits in all 50 States
Civil Air Patrol (CAP) is a Congressional chartered and federally supported non-profit corporation that serves as the official civilian auxiliary of the U. S. Air Force (USAF).
Civil Air Patrol is a volunteer organization includes people from all backgrounds, lifestyles, and occupations. It performs 3 congressionally assigned missions: (1) emergency services, which include search and rescue (air and ground) and disaster relief operations; (2) aerospace education for youth and the general public; (3) and cadet programs for teenagers.
Civil Air Patrol is a non-profit corporation established by Public Law 79-476. It receives its funding from four major sources: membership dues, corporate donations, Congressional appropriations, and private donations.
Civil Air Patrol workers that lived and worked around U. S. Military building bases, roadways, airstrips, buildings, and housing are being diagnosed with Mesothelioma and other Asbestos related diseases. Civil Air Patrol workers are eligible to receive compensation from responsible asbestos companies and manufacturers.
Most symptoms of Mesothelioma do not start showing up symptoms until 10-50 years after initial exposure. Asbestos exposure is responsible for approximately 10,000 deaths each year in the United States. The Department of Veterans Affairs states that there are over 25 million Americans that have previously served in the U.S. Military
- Asbestos-containing products and materials were used heavily on building, construction and demolition sites.
- Because asbestos has an ability to withstand extreme heat, it was used widely throughout the U. S. Military.
- The U. S. Armed Forces used asbestos-containing products in ships, aircraft, buildings, barracks, mess halls, and other military facilities.
- The Department of Veterans Affairs states that there are over 25 million Americans that have previously served in the U.S. Military.
Many people diagnosed with Mesothelioma have complained that they were not given any warning, training or respiratory protective gear when handling, installing, loading, repairing, or removing asbestos-containing products.
Civilian Workers and Asbestos Exposure
Civil Air Patrol: Civil Air Patrol veterans may have been exposed to asbestos in aircraft maintenance or facilities. Asbestos was commonly used in aircraft parts and buildings, posing risks to personnel during their service.
Civil Reserve Air Fleet: Veterans of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet may have faced asbestos exposure during aircraft maintenance or while working in hangars and facilities. Asbestos was used in aircraft construction and insulation.
Civilian Contractors: Civilian contractors in military settings may have been exposed to asbestos in various capacities, including construction, maintenance, and repair work. Asbestos-containing materials were prevalent in military buildings and equipment.
Department of Defense: Department of Defense personnel may have encountered asbestos in military installations, vehicles, and equipment. Asbestos was used extensively in military construction and manufacturing, posing risks to service members and civilian personnel.
Boiler Rooms: Workers in boiler rooms, including military facilities, may have been exposed to asbestos through insulation and equipment. Asbestos was commonly used in boiler insulation, valves, and gaskets.
Cargo Bays: Veterans working in cargo bays of aircraft or ships may have been exposed to asbestos in insulation and construction materials. Asbestos was used to fireproof and insulate cargo areas.
Engine Rooms: Personnel working in engine rooms of ships or aircraft may have faced asbestos exposure through insulation and machinery components. Asbestos was used in engines, pipes, and gaskets.
Fire Room Workers: Veterans working in fire rooms of naval vessels may have encountered asbestos in insulation and equipment. Asbestos was used to fireproof and insulate engine and boiler rooms.
Machine Shop Workers: Veterans working in machine shops, including military facilities, may have been exposed to asbestos in machinery and equipment. Asbestos was used in brake pads, gaskets, and insulation.
The Navy’s Surgeon General became aware in 1939 that asbestosis was being caused by extended asbestos exposure to Veterans yet the Navy continued its use of asbestos for 4 more decades. U. S. regulations on asbestos exposure began in the late 1970s. Because of its long latency period asbestos-related diseases like Mesothelioma cancer has made Veterans sick through no fault of their own. U. S. Courts are now holding asbestos companies and manufacturers that exposed Veterans to the toxic asbestos dust and fibers accountable by awarding mesothelioma victims large settlements for their pain and suffering.
Veterans and Asbestos Exposure
- A recent study showed that more than 1 in 3 Veterans will be diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease in their lifetime.
- Asbestos was used widely by the U. S. Military in more than 300 different materials and products.
- All branches of the U. S. Military used asbestos during the 20th century with peak years being 1930-1980.
- More than 25 Millions of U. S. Veterans have been exposed to asbestos during their tour of service.
- Recent studies showed that as many as 30-40% of Mesothelioma victims are U. S. Veterans.
- Mesothelioma has affected veterans from all branches of service including those who worked in Navy shipyards.
- The U.S. Military used thousands of asbestos-containing products in their ships between the 1920-late 1970’s.
- 14 in every 1,000 WW II shipyard workers died of an asbestos-related disease compared to 18 in every 1,000 combat related deaths.
- Veterans who served between 1940 and 1980 have the greatest risk of developing Mesothelioma or an asbestos-related cancer.
Civil Air Patrol and Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos is most dangerous when inhaled or ingested. Most Civil Air Patrol workers are particularly at risk because they worked on and around aircraft that contained asbestos products and materials with the heaviest exposure years during 1930-1980. It was nearly impossible to avoid coming into to contact with asbestos if you worked on military construction sites.
Civil Air Patrol workers were daily exposed to toxic asbestos dust and fibers where they inhaled and ingested them without any protection in their workplace. Families of workers and other government Civilian contract workers that were exposed to asbestos secondhand are also developing Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related disease.
Many Aircraft workers diagnosed with Mesothelioma have complained that they were not given any warning, training or respiratory protective gear when handling, installing, loading, repairing, or removing asbestos-containing products.
Civil Air Patrol Have the Right to sue Manufacturers that exposed them to Asbestos.TO GET HELP – Our Nationwide Toll Free Mesothelioma Helpline Number is 888.640.0914
U. S. Military Branches of Service
Civil Air Patrol Workers and Asbestos Containing Products
Civil Air Patrol Workers Veterans that worked in boiler rooms, engine rooms, installing brakes, gaskets, insulation, valves and pipes have a higher risk of developing an asbestos related disease in their lifetime
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Recent Mesothelioma and Asbestos Veteran Related Verdict and Settlements
- $1.25 Million Navy Veteran Mesothelioma Settlement: For a Navy carpenter that developed malignant Mesothelioma at age 76.
- $2.7 Million Veteran Mesothelioma Settlement: For a Navy sheetmetal worker that developed malignant Mesothelioma at age 79.
- $2.4 Million Navy Veteran Mesothelioma Verdict: For a Veteran telephone installer and repairman that developed Mesothelioma at age 61.
- $1.1 Million Navy Veteran Mesothelioma Settlement: For a Navy mechanic and drywall installer that developed malignant Mesothelioma at age 71.
- $4 Million Army Veteran Mesothelioma Verdict: For a U. S. Army Corps of Engineers veteran that developed Mesothelioma at age 76.
- $6 Million Veteran Mesothelioma Verdict: For a Navy fireman and boiler tender that developed Mesothelioma at age 64.
- $7.2 Million Air Force Veteran Mesothelioma Verdict: For a Navy electrical engineer and electronic technician that developed malignant Mesothelioma at age 67.
- $2.4 Million Navy Veteran Mesothelioma Verdict: For a Veteran telephone installer and repairman that developed Mesothelioma at age 61.
- $12.3 Million Navy Veteran Mesothelioma Verdict: For a Veteran cement worker that developed malignant Mesothelioma at age 57.
- $32 Million Navy Veteran: For a veteran who worked in fire and boiler rooms of naval ships that he served on.
- $75 Million Navy Supplier Trust Award: Against a Navy Supplier Sets Up $75 Million Trust for Veterans with Mesothelioma.
Need Help Choosing a Mesothelioma Lawyer?
We have been counseling Veterans and Mesothelioma patients for more than 15 years on the legal and medical sides of Mesothelioma and other asbestos related cancers. A Mesothelioma case can settle in the seven figure range. Be very careful in choosing a Mesothelioma lawyer to represent you and your family. Mesothelioma is highly specialized legal field and having an experienced Veterans Mesothelioma lawyer can make a huge difference in the amount of your settlement.
Mesothelioma cases can take 1-3 years in the busy U. S. Court system. Lawyers for Asbestos companies will try to stretch out the time to settle and some Mesothelioma patients will die during this time. At this point, it will become a Mesothelioma Wrongful Death case. Family members are allowed to seek financial compensation from negligence of asbestos manufacturers for their loss.
Malignant Mesothelioma
Malignant Mesothelioma is rare form of cancer that affects lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart, and major organs in the body. Mesothelioma is a disease in which malignant cancer cells are found in the sac lining the chest (pleura) or the abdomen (peritoneum). There are about 3,000 new malignant Mesothelioma cases diagnosed each year in the U. S. If you are experiencing any Mesothelioma symptoms you should contact a doctor immediately.
Veterans Diagnosed With Mesothelioma?
If you or a family member has been diagnosed with malignant Mesothelioma you are going to have a lot of questions about living with Mesothelioma and what legal options you have against asbestos manufacturers and asbestos companies for your asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma is a seriously deadly disease. According to the American Cancer Society with the average survival time for people with Mesothelioma is 4-18 months.
Call TOLL FREE 888.640.0914 right now to talk with a live Mesothelioma Counselor that can answer many of your questions and give you the peace of mind that you need.
Member Died From Mesothelioma?
If you have a family member that has died from Mesothelioma cancer you should immediately consult with an experienced Mesothelioma diagnosis lawyer about what compensation may be available to you from asbestos trust funds that total more than 30 billion dollars.
It is VERY IMPORTANT that you file your Mesothelioma claim within your states Statute of Limitations.
We have seen many families lose their right to file a lawsuit because their Statute of Limitations had expired while they were grieving. We know it is a tough time to grieve the loss of a loved one, but please do not let your Statute of Limitations expire for filing your Mesothelioma lawsuit. In most states the Statute of Limitations is 2-3 years. Some states have 6 year Statute of Limitations.
Mesothelioma Latency Period
Mesothelioma has a long latency period of 10-50 years. Many Veterans, Shipyard Workers, Construction Workers, Power Plant Workers, Mill Workers, Steel Workers, Railroad Workers, Pipefitters, Insulators, Electricians, Carpenters, Welders, Auto Mechanics, Veterans, Factory Workers, and laborers are living in the early stages of a variety of asbestos related diseases. Many Mesothelioma lawyers will not accept asbestosis, asbestos lung cancer, pleural plaques, pleural thickening, colon cancer and esophageal cancer cases.
There is More Than 30 Billion Dollars Set Aside for Mesothelioma and Asbestos Victims in Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts
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