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''Active asbestos trust funds: more than 60'' | ''Active asbestos trust funds: more than 60'' | ||
''Estimated compensation available: over thirty billion dollars'' | ''Estimated compensation available: over thirty billion dollars'' | ||
''Documented exposure sites: | ''Documented exposure sites: 25+ shipyards, 300+ occupations'' | ||
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== Featured Asbestos Trust Funds == | == Featured Asbestos Trust Funds == | ||
* [[Johns Manville Trust]] — Largest asbestos bankruptcy trust with $2.5+ billion in assets | * [[Johns Manville Trust]] — Largest asbestos bankruptcy trust with $2.5+ billion in assets | ||
* [[Owens Corning Trust]] — Major insulation manufacturer trust fund | * [[Owens Corning Trust]] — Major insulation manufacturer trust fund | ||
* [[Pittsburgh Corning Trust]] — Industrial products and building materials claims | * [[Pittsburgh Corning Trust]] — Industrial products and building materials claims | ||
* [[WR Grace Trust]] — Zonolite insulation and Libby, Montana exposure claims with $3+ billion funding | * [[WR Grace Trust]] — Zonolite insulation and Libby, Montana exposure claims with $3+ billion funding | ||
* [[USG Trust]] — Building products manufacturer trust fund | |||
== Legal Process == | == Legal Process == | ||
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| [[Alabama Dry Dock and Shipbuilding]] || Mobile, AL || Liberty Ships | | [[Alabama Dry Dock and Shipbuilding]] || Mobile, AL || Liberty Ships | ||
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Documentation of asbestos-containing products and corporate defendants in litigation. | Documentation of asbestos-containing products and corporate defendants in litigation. | ||
* [[Asbestos Products Database]] — Comprehensive product identification guide | * [[Asbestos Products Database]] — Comprehensive product identification guide | ||
* [[Asbestos Manufacturers]] — Corporate history and litigation status | * [[Asbestos Manufacturers]] — Corporate history and litigation status | ||
* [[Secondary Exposure]] — Take-home asbestos and household contact exposure | * [[Secondary Exposure]] — Take-home asbestos and household contact exposure | ||
* [[Corporate Asbestos Coverup]] — Historical concealment documentation | * [[Corporate Asbestos Coverup]] — Historical concealment documentation | ||
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== Recent Activity == | == Recent Activity == | ||
* '''January 2026''' — | * '''January 2026''' — Wiki expanded to 115+ pages across all content categories | ||
* '''January 2026''' — | * '''January 2026''' — All four major trust fund profile pages completed (Johns Manville, Owens Corning, Pittsburgh Corning, WR Grace) | ||
* '''January 2026''' — High-Risk Occupations section expanded | * '''January 2026''' — High-Risk Occupations section expanded with 15+ detailed occupation profiles | ||
* '''January 2026''' — Naval and commercial shipyard database completed (25+ facilities) | |||
* '''January 2026''' — Main page restructured for improved navigation | * '''January 2026''' — Main page restructured for improved navigation | ||
* '''September 2025''' — Trust fund payment information reviewed | * '''September 2025''' — Trust fund payment information reviewed | ||
* '''September 2025''' — Clinical trial listings refreshed | * '''September 2025''' — Clinical trial listings refreshed | ||
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Revision as of 15:48, 19 January 2026
WikiMesothelioma — Mesothelioma Knowledge Base
WikiMesothelioma is an independent educational knowledge base providing comprehensive information about mesothelioma, asbestos exposure documentation, medical treatment options, financial compensation pathways, and legal claim guidance.
This resource exists to help individuals and families navigate a mesothelioma diagnosis using clear, well-organized reference material developed specifically for asbestos exposure victims and their advocates.
Last reviewed: January 2026 Active asbestos trust funds: more than 60 Estimated compensation available: over thirty billion dollars Documented exposure sites: 25+ shipyards, 300+ occupations
Newly Diagnosed — Start Here
Essential guidance for individuals who have recently received a mesothelioma diagnosis and need immediate direction.
- Emergency Action Checklist — 30-day roadmap for critical first steps
- Understanding Your Diagnosis — Medical terminology and staging explained
- Immediate Financial Assistance — Emergency funds and expedited compensation options
Financial Compensation
Educational material describing compensation pathways available to asbestos exposure victims.
- Asbestos Trust Funds — Overview of 60+ active trusts holding $30+ billion
- Settlement Values by State — Regional compensation analysis and verdict trends
- Trust Fund Filing Guidance — Step-by-step claims process documentation
- Veterans Benefits — VA disability, DIC, and Aid & Attendance programs
- Insurance Coverage Overview — Health insurance navigation for mesothelioma care
Military and Veterans
Dedicated resources for service members exposed to asbestos during military service.
- Veterans Benefits — Complete guide to VA compensation programs
- Military Exposure Overview — Branch-specific exposure patterns
- Navy Ships Asbestos Database — Vessel-specific exposure documentation
- Navy Occupational Ratings — MOS/rating exposure analysis
Featured Asbestos Trust Funds
- Johns Manville Trust — Largest asbestos bankruptcy trust with $2.5+ billion in assets
- Owens Corning Trust — Major insulation manufacturer trust fund
- Pittsburgh Corning Trust — Industrial products and building materials claims
- WR Grace Trust — Zonolite insulation and Libby, Montana exposure claims with $3+ billion funding
- USG Trust — Building products manufacturer trust fund
Legal Process
Explanations of how mesothelioma claims work, including critical deadlines and documentation requirements.
- Statute of Limitations by State — Filing deadlines for all 50 states
- Mesothelioma Claim Process — Timeline from diagnosis to compensation
- Choosing a Mesothelioma Attorney — Evaluation criteria and questions to ask
- Evidence Preservation — Documenting decades-old asbestos exposure
High-Risk Occupations
Comprehensive exposure documentation for workers in asbestos-affected industries.
→ Occupational Exposure Index — Complete database of 300+ documented high-risk occupations
Featured Occupation Profiles
| Occupation | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Insulation Workers | Extreme (46x mortality) |
| Boilermakers | Extreme |
| Plumbers and Pipefitters | Very High |
| Marine Engineering Workers | Very High |
| Chemical Plant Workers | Very High |
| Power Plant Workers | Very High |
| Steel Mill Workers | High |
| Oil Refinery Workers | High |
| Carpenters | High |
| Roofers | High |
| Demolition Workers | High |
| Construction Workers | High |
| Automotive Workers | Moderate-High |
| Railroad Workers | Moderate-High |
| Asbestos Miners | Extreme |
Shipyard Exposure Database
Facility-specific asbestos documentation for U.S. naval and commercial shipyards.
→ Shipyard Exposure Index — Complete database of documented shipyard exposure sites
Naval Shipyards
| Shipyard | Location | Peak Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Navy Yard | Brooklyn, NY | 70,000 (WWII) |
| Charleston Naval Shipyard | Charleston, SC | 26,000 |
| Long Beach Naval Shipyard | Long Beach, CA | 8,000 |
| Mare Island Naval Shipyard | Vallejo, CA | 46,000 (WWII) |
| Newport News Shipbuilding | Newport News, VA | 31,000 |
| Norfolk Naval Shipyard | Portsmouth, VA | 43,000 (WWII) |
| Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard | Honolulu, HI | 24,000 |
| Philadelphia Naval Shipyard | Philadelphia, PA | 40,000 (WWII) |
| Portsmouth Naval Shipyard | Kittery, ME | 25,000 (WWII) |
| Puget Sound Naval Shipyard | Bremerton, WA | 32,000 |
| Boston Naval Shipyard | Boston, MA | 50,000 (WWII) |
| Hunters Point Naval Shipyard | San Francisco, CA | 18,000 |
| Washington Navy Yard | Washington, DC | Historic |
Commercial Shipyards
| Shipyard | Location | Notable Production |
|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Shipyards | Multiple West Coast | Liberty Ships (WWII) |
| Avondale Shipyard | New Orleans, LA | Commercial/Military |
| Bath Iron Works | Bath, ME | Destroyers |
| Bethlehem Shipbuilding | Multiple Locations | Steel/Ships |
| Electric Boat | Groton, CT | Submarines |
| Fore River Shipyard | Quincy, MA | Naval Vessels |
| Ingalls Shipbuilding | Pascagoula, MS | Naval/Commercial |
| New York Shipbuilding Corporation | Camden, NJ | Aircraft Carriers |
| Tampa Bay Shipbuilding | Tampa, FL | Commercial |
| Todd Shipyards | Multiple Locations | Repair/Construction |
| Alabama Dry Dock and Shipbuilding | Mobile, AL | Liberty Ships |
Medical Treatment
Reference information related to diagnosis, care options, and clinical research.
- Mesothelioma Treatment Centers — Specialized facilities nationwide
- Clinical Trials — Current research and enrollment opportunities
- Treatment Options — Surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and emerging therapies
- Survival Statistics — Prognosis factors and outcome data
Recognized Treatment Centers
- MD Anderson Cancer Center — Houston, TX
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center — New York, NY
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, MA
- Mayo Clinic — Rochester, MN
- Moffitt Cancer Center — Tampa, FL
- UCLA Health — Los Angeles, CA
Asbestos Products and Manufacturers
Documentation of asbestos-containing products and corporate defendants in litigation.
- Asbestos Products Database — Comprehensive product identification guide
- Asbestos Manufacturers — Corporate history and litigation status
- Secondary Exposure — Take-home asbestos and household contact exposure
- Corporate Asbestos Coverup — Historical concealment documentation
Reference Resources
Supporting material for research, terminology, and common questions.
Glossary
- Medical Terms Glossary — Diagnostic and treatment terminology
- Legal Terms Glossary — Litigation and claims vocabulary
- Technical Terms Glossary — Occupational and regulatory terminology
General Reference
- Frequently Asked Questions — Common questions answered
- Commonly Confused Terms — Mesothelioma vs. lung cancer and other distinctions
- Trust Fund Claim Optimization — Maximizing recovery strategies
About This Knowledge Base
WikiMesothelioma is maintained as an educational reference for asbestos exposure victims, their families, and advocates. Content is informational and not intended to replace professional medical or legal advice.
This knowledge base is developed in coordination with experienced mesothelioma attorneys and medical professionals to ensure accuracy and practical utility.
Recent Activity
- January 2026 — Wiki expanded to 115+ pages across all content categories
- January 2026 — All four major trust fund profile pages completed (Johns Manville, Owens Corning, Pittsburgh Corning, WR Grace)
- January 2026 — High-Risk Occupations section expanded with 15+ detailed occupation profiles
- January 2026 — Naval and commercial shipyard database completed (25+ facilities)
- January 2026 — Main page restructured for improved navigation
- September 2025 — Trust fund payment information reviewed
- September 2025 — Clinical trial listings refreshed
Legal Notice
This website provides general educational information only. The information presented does not constitute legal or medical advice. Consult qualified professionals for decisions regarding your specific situation.