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Cold War Missile Silos and Asbestos: How ICBM Crews Were Exposed to 50x Safe Levels at Minot AFB

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

February 13, 2026

ICBM crews at Minot AFB and other missile bases endured 24-72 hour shifts in underground capsules with asbestos levels 50 times EPA limits. Learn how missileers qualify for VA benefits and compensation.

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Kaiser Shipyards and Liberty Ships: How 200,000 WWII Workers Were Exposed to 900 Tons of Asbestos Per Ship

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

February 10, 2026

Kaiser Shipyards exposed 200,000+ WWII workers to 900 tons of asbestos per ship. Learn about health risks, trust fund claims, and compensation.

12 min read 7 FAQs
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Philadelphia Naval Shipyard: 40,000 WWII Workers and Decades of Asbestos Exposure

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

February 8, 2026

Philadelphia Naval Shipyard exposed 40,000+ WWII workers to asbestos. Learn about PNS asbestos claims, compensation, and your legal options.

12 min read 6 FAQs
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Puget Sound Naval Shipyard: Washington State Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma Claims in 2026

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

February 8, 2026

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard workers face elevated mesothelioma risk from decades of asbestos exposure in ship construction and repair. Learn about PSNS exposure patterns and compensation options.

13 min read 6 FAQs
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Mesothelioma Lawyers for Veterans: Combining VA Benefits With Legal Claims to Maximize Compensation in 2026

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

February 4, 2026

Veterans with mesothelioma can file VA disability claims, asbestos trust fund claims, and personal injury lawsuits simultaneously. Learn how specialized attorneys help maximize total recovery.

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Mare Island Naval Shipyard: 46,000 California Workers Exposed to Asbestos Over 142 Years

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

February 1, 2026

Mare Island Naval Shipyard in Vallejo, CA employed 46,000 workers at peak and operated for 142 years with extensive asbestos use. Learn about exposure history and filing compensation claims in 2026.

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VA Benefits for Mesothelioma in 2026: Complete Guide to $3,938/Month Disability and DIC Claims

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

February 1, 2026

Veterans with mesothelioma qualify for 100% VA disability ($3,938/month in 2026), DIC benefits for survivors, and Aid & Attendance. Learn how to file claims and maximize benefits.

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Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard: Filing Asbestos Claims in Hawaii for Mesothelioma Victims

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

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Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard exposed 24,000+ workers to asbestos. Learn about PHNSY exposure patterns and how to file mesothelioma claims in Hawaii.

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Norfolk Naval Shipyard Asbestos Exposure: 43,000 Workers at Risk for Mesothelioma

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

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Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, VA employed 43,000 workers at peak who were exposed to asbestos. Learn about NNSY exposure patterns and how to file compensation claims.

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How Navy Veterans Can Access $2.3 Million in Combined Mesothelioma Benefits in 2026

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

January 24, 2026

Navy veterans with mesothelioma can receive up to $2.3 million through VA disability ($47,000+/year), DIC survivor benefits ($20,000+/year), and asbestos trust funds ($300,000-$400,000 average). Learn how to maximize your compensation.

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Shipyard Workers and Mesothelioma: Asbestos Exposure Patterns Across 25+ US Shipyards

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

January 24, 2026

Shipyard workers face 4-7x higher mesothelioma risk due to decades of asbestos exposure. Learn about exposure patterns at major US shipyards and how to file compensation claims.

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Army Veterans and Asbestos: Base Housing, Vehicle Maintenance, and Exposure Claims in 2026

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

January 19, 2026

How Army veterans were exposed to asbestos through barracks, motor pools, and military equipment. Learn about VA benefits and legal compensation for Army mesothelioma claims.

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Air Force Veterans and Asbestos: Aircraft Maintenance and Base Exposure Claims in 2026

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

January 16, 2026

Air Force veterans were exposed to asbestos in aircraft brakes, insulation, and base buildings. Learn about USAF exposure patterns, VA benefits, and compensation options.

11 min read 6 FAQs
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Brooklyn Navy Yard: How 70,000 WWII Workers Were Exposed to Asbestos

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

January 9, 2026

70,000 workers at Brooklyn Navy Yard were exposed to asbestos from 1940s-1960s. Learn about shipyard exposure patterns, health impacts, and compensation options for workers and families.

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