List of Destroyer Ships:

ASBESTOS & DESTROYERS SHIPS

Destroyers built during the Second World War and prior to that had a lot of materials on board that contained some type of asbestos, mostly friable. As you probably know, asbestos was banned in the late 60’s to early 70’s all around the world because scientists proved that the mineral releases dust that contains needle like fibers. These fibers are airborne and when inhaled or swallowed, they reach soft tissue and allow for the development of cancer cells. Mesothelioma cancer is deadly because modern medicine can’t cure it.

Asbestos victims on board USS destroyers

We always instruct victims of asbestos that served on board United States Navy ships to contact an asbestos lawyer for the following purposes:

• Free counseling
• Free case evaluation
• Expertise towards filing the claim and representing the client in a court of law

It is a very straight forward process and another advantage for you is that the attorney will not ask for payment only after winning the process. We would recommend you not to waste any more time. Contact an attorney now and make a stand for yourself!

Asbestos used on destroyers

Asbestos exposure was a common occurrence on destroyers because it was found almost all over the ship. From pipe covering to asbestos insulation for the boiler or a certain room on the ship, the risk was there. Navy veterans that worked and served on board navy warships, such as guided missile destroyers, say that some of their colleagues have accused some health problems during their active service and after, but the doctors could not pin point the cause. Some veterans recall that 1943 was a very difficult year, together with battles and, as they now know, asbestos health issues.

All navy destroyers built after 1968 contained safe materials instead of the dangerous asbestos containing ones. Even the ones that remained in active service and were built before that year were revised, and received safe insulation and fireproofing materials. Today, asbestos is almost completely banned, but you should be careful when purchasing products that could contain asbestos, as thee may be part of older stocks that have not been depleted yet.

 Are you a former asbestos destroyer crew member? Have you developed an asbestos related disease as a result of exposure received on board your ship? Contact an asbestos professional and receive important information on our situation. It is completely and totally free.