Hunters Point Naval Shipyard
San Francisco, California
Important: If you or a loved one worked at Hunters Point Naval Shipyard and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or asbestosis, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Statutes of limitations apply - contact an attorney today.
History of Hunters Point Naval Shipyard
Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in San Francisco was a major ship repair and maintenance facility during World War II and the Korean War. The shipyard also served as a radiological testing facility after atomic bomb tests in the Pacific. The facility was decommissioned in 1974 but has been designated a Superfund site due to extensive contamination, including asbestos.
⚠️ Asbestos Products Used at This Facility
Worker Exposure at Hunters Point Naval Shipyard
Workers at Hunters Point faced the classic shipyard exposure pattern: intensive work in confined spaces with asbestos-containing materials. The facility's role in maintaining warships meant workers constantly handled asbestos insulation, pipe coverings, and fireproofing materials. Minority workers, particularly African Americans recruited from the South during the Great Migration, were often assigned the most hazardous insulation and boiler room work.
🏥 Health Impact on Workers
Former Hunters Point workers and nearby community residents have experienced elevated rates of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. Environmental justice advocates have noted that the predominantly minority workforce and surrounding community bore a disproportionate health burden from the site's contamination.
Legal History & Compensation
Litigation has targeted both the U.S. Navy and private contractors who manufactured and supplied asbestos materials to the shipyard. The Superfund cleanup has been controversial, with questions raised about the thoroughness of remediation efforts.
📍 Current Status
Hunters Point remains a Superfund site with ongoing environmental remediation. Plans for residential and commercial redevelopment have been complicated by concerns about remaining contamination. Former workers and community members continue to advocate for accountability and compensation.
Worked at Hunters Point Naval Shipyard? You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you or a family member worked at this facility and has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, or lung cancer, contact our veteran-owned legal referral service today. We connect you with experienced attorneys who specialize in asbestos cases.
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