Did you or a loved one work on ships or in a shipyard and receive a mesothelioma diagnosis? Our local firm can help.
Asbestos Exposure in Hawaiʻi's Shipyards and Ports
Asbestos was used for decades in pipes, boilers, and insulation aboard ships and in shipyards across Hawaiʻi, including Pearl Harbor and Honolulu Harbor. Navy sailors, civilian shipyard workers, merchant mariners, and dockworkers were all exposed daily, often unprotected.
Why Ship and Shipyard Workers File a Mesothelioma Claim
A claim can help cover treatment costs, replace lost income, and ease the financial pressure on your family. It also holds the manufacturers who put asbestos into ships and shipyards accountable. The filing window is limited, so it’s worth talking to someone soon.
Hawaiʻi Attorneys, Representing Hawaiʻi Ship and Shipyard Workers Since 1978
In 1978, Gary Galiher took on Tristan Nobriga’s case, a retired Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard electrician. In 1982, he tried the first mesothelioma case in Hawaiʻi, setting precedent still cited today. We’ve recovered over $600 million for mesothelioma families, part of more than $1 billion for the people of Hawaiʻi.
You don't have to figure this out alone. Talk to the Hawaiʻi firm that's done this since 1978.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my exposure have to have happened in Hawaiʻi?
No. Exposure could have happened anywhere — a Hawaiʻi shipyard, a mainland port, aboard ship at sea. What matters is that you’re a Hawaiʻi resident now, and we’re Hawaiʻi attorneys who know how to build these cases.
How much time do I have to file a claim?
There isn’t a lot of time, and every case is different. Call us and we’ll tell you exactly where you stand, at no cost.
What compensation may be available?
Compensation varies by case and may include medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. We’ll walk you through what applies during a free case review.
What does it cost to work with Galiher DeRobertis & Waxman?
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, so there is no fee unless we win your case.
What if my loved one passed away from mesothelioma?
Families can file a wrongful death claim on behalf of a deceased worker, with the same care and the same filing window.
Talk with a Hawai’i Lawyer
We’ve stood with Hawaiʻi military families for over 45 years. Talk to us now by calling (808) 784-7335, or fill out the form.