Editing Trust Fund Filing Guidance (section)

== ⛔ Critical Alert: Document Destruction Controversy ==

=== 2025 Records Destruction Impact ===

Multiple major trusts began destroying claim records over 10 years old starting April 15, 2025, despite objections from multiple state Attorneys General citing concerns about fraud prevention and future litigation impact. On January 15, 2025, [https://www.mesotheliomalawyercenter.org/asbestos/manufacturers/w-r-grace-co/ W.R. Grace], Babcock & Wilcox, [https://www.mesotheliomalawyercenter.org/asbestos/manufacturers/pittsburgh-corning/ Pittsburgh Corning], and [https://www.mesotheliomalawyercenter.org/asbestos/manufacturers/owens-corning-corporation/ Owens Corning] announced destruction plans. [https://www.mesotheliomalawyercenter.org/asbestos/manufacturers/shook-and-fletcher/ Shook & Fletcher] followed on March 3, 2025.

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| style="padding:15px; color:#721c24;" | '''⛔ Immediate Action Required:''' Document destruction impacts fraud prevention mechanisms and future litigation support, potentially affecting claimants who need historical records. If you have potential asbestos exposure through W.R. Grace, Babcock & Wilcox, Pittsburgh Corning, Owens Corning, or Shook & Fletcher products, contact an attorney immediately to preserve your claim rights before records disappear permanently.
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