Editing Evidence Preservation (section)

=== Employment Documentation ===

[https://mesotheliomalawyercenter.org/mesothelioma-work-history/ Employment records] prove where and when asbestos exposure occurred. '''Social Security earnings statements''' provide an official government record of all employers throughout a working career, often revealing forgotten employment periods crucial for identifying exposure sources.

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| '''Form SSA-7050''' costs $35-96 depending on certification needs. This single document often identifies employment periods victims had forgotten—sometimes revealing the most significant exposure sources.
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'''Key Employment Records:'''
* '''Social Security earnings statements''' - Complete employer history ($35-96)
* '''Union membership records''' - Work sites, safety committees, coworker contacts
* '''[https://dandell.com/mesothelioma-veterans/ Military DD Form 214]''' - Service dates and occupational specialties
* '''Tax returns''' - W-2 forms showing employers and dates
* '''Personnel files''' - Performance reviews mentioning job duties
* '''Pension records''' - Employer contributions and employment verification