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Stephens & Stephens has obtained over $60 million through the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act and the Energy Employees Occupation Illness Compensation Act for our clients

Dee GodfreyDee Godfrey
18:49 12 Mar 24
I was astounded with the service I received from Mr. Hugh Stephens in regard to my husband's compensation claim. He was not only efficient, but also compassionate, and communicated clearly and frequently. Because of his outstanding efforts and expertise, I, who am now a grieving widow, am unexpectedly stabile and secure. I had little to do. He did all the heavy lifting. I'm so very grateful for his help. I'll always remember not only his professionalism, but also his kindness.
Audrey OgletreeAudrey Ogletree
22:19 09 Mar 24
From: Laurence OgletreeI received good assistance from Stephens & Stephens in submitting the recent claim for increased impairment benefits from the Energy Workers program.
Randy MooreRandy Moore
14:48 07 Mar 24
I was a machinist at Honeywell F.M.&T.and developed bilateral tinnitus and bilateral sensorineural hearing loss. They helped me file a claim with EEOICPA in 2017. Stephen’s & Stephen’s was very good to work with, they take care of all the paperwork and help with any paperwork I receive from the Department of Labor. They stay on top of things helping with scheduling impairment reviews etc.I feel that without their help this would have been a very overwhelming process.I plan on still using them if any other illnesses occur due to my employment with Honeywell.
Mike DauzatMike Dauzat
15:54 02 Mar 24
I highly recommend Stevens and Stevens. Hugh Stevens and his staff are very professional and very friendly. They're extremely good at making sure you get the full amount of money you deserve. If you need a DOL lawyer, I highly recommend this team. I can't be more happy that I picked Stevens and Stevens.
Mary YbarraMary Ybarra
01:33 27 Feb 24
Stephen’s and Stephen’s has kept fight for my dad. Now they are fight for my mom. They are on top of things and I would recommend them to anyone who needs help and guidance with the Uranium mines.
Dianne HarperDianne Harper
01:02 17 Feb 24
Robert and I are very pleased with Mr. Hugh Stephens and all that he has done for us. From the first moment we spoke, we sensed that though Mr. Stephens exhibits sharp business acumen, he cares deeply about his clients and he has a huge heart.
Diane pontonDiane ponton
17:38 07 Feb 24
I tried to get others to help me with this claim, and it wasn"t until I hired Mr. Stephens that things started happening. I would recommend any one to get in touch with him . I would go to him again, if i ever needed to.
Judy LeonardJudy Leonard
22:26 06 Feb 24
I very much appreciate the successful litigation concerning my husband's Hanford work related illness. Stephens & Stephens LLP were thorough, caring, considerate, and fair during this difficult time.
Kenneth GKenneth G
18:23 03 Feb 24
Mr. Stephens was able to simplify an otherwise complicated lengthy process (DEEOIC) to file an initial claim as well as a claim for impairment benefits.
dave DONAIDdave DONAID
18:08 03 Feb 24
Frankie KnucFrankie Knuc
19:24 08 Jan 24
I had other attorneys hired in Cortez, Colorado and Grand Jct., Colorado to assist me with receiving my uranium claim, but they were not successful. I was advised by an employee of CNS of Stephens & Stephens, LLP good work. I contacted them & they took my case It was settled very quickly. I have been very pleased with this group & would advise others of their prompt service. I would recommend them to others. Respectfully, Frankie Knuckles
Rebecca ConsolRebecca Consol
19:57 22 Dec 23
My family used Stephen’s and Stephen’s for a settlement case. We were extremely pleased with all they did. They were very professional, easy to get a hold of, and invaluable when it came to answering questions and handling complicated Department of Labor issues and forms. They also did everything in a very timely manner. I have already recommended them to other people.
Thomas CliffordThomas Clifford
15:29 21 Dec 23
I have been represented by Hugh Stevens for several years now, He and his staff has made everything so easy for me. I had lung cancer from working in the uranium processing industry, they have opened so many doors for me and made dealing with DOL so much easier. They always answer my questions in a very timely manner. I have referred several other people to him and he has been able to get them through this process also. There are benefits that I was not aware of that he has brought to my attention and been able to lead me through the process of obtaining them. I would most highly recommend him to lead anyone through this process.
Lonnie killingHawkLonnie killingHawk
02:35 14 Dec 23
When I first contacted Stephens & Stephens I was at the end of my rope with DOL. Hough and his staff got me on track and handled everything with DOL and just made this process so easy. Do not know where I'd be with out them. They are able to communicate at a layman's level and understand the client. Would strongly recommend this firm.
Ruthy LyonRuthy Lyon
21:00 28 Sep 23
Our initial conversation with Mr. Stephens was productive & reassuring. His previous experience with similar cases was obvious and very helpful, in both asking us specific questions for clarification & also addressing our own questions. Breanna is also a great asset to their team.
James O'DayJames O'Day
15:07 13 Sep 23
I have referred several friends to Hugh Stephens and they were more satisfied than they ever expected. I would refer him with confidence to anyone in need. I trust when he speaks for me, for example, in court. He is a good communicator and a deep thinker. He is well respected in his profession. He handles environmental law, injury law, and medical malpractice. He is tactful and direct and knows what he is doing. He knows the legal briar patches well.
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EEOICPA Covered Facilities: Associated Aircraft Tool and Manufacturing Co.

The EEOICPA was passed in 2000. It provides compensation to workers who became ill as a result of their employment manufacturing nuclear weapons in the USA, as well as their spouses, children, and grandchildren. Associated Aircraft Tool and Manufacturing Co. EEOICPA coverage is available for qualified former Workers and their families.

Are you eligible for compensation? If you or a family member worked at this or another AWE/DOE facility and became ill, you may be entitled to compensation of up to $400K plus medical benefits. Call EEOICPA Counsel Hugh Stephens at 1-855-548-4494 or fill out our free claim evaluation, We can help even if you’ve already filed, even if your claim was denied!

Here, we have compiled publicly available information and documentation about the facilities covered by the Act to clarify how their activities relate to the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act.

Associated Aircraft Tool and Manufacturing Co.

Also Known As: Force Control Industries, Fairfield, Former Dixie Machinery ownership
State: Ohio
Location: Fairfield
Time Period: AWE 1956; Residual Radiation 1957-1993; DOE 1994 – 1995(remediation)
Facility Type: Atomic Weapons Employer (AWE), Department of Energy (DOE)

Facility Description: From February to September 1956, Associate Aircraft Tool and Manufacturing Company machined hollow uranium slugs for the Hanford and Savannah River plutonium-production reactors under a subcontract from National Lead Company of Ohio (Fernald). Associate Aircraft machined approximately 96,000 slugs during the eight-month contract period.

Cleanup activities were performed in 1994-1995 by Thermo Nutech under the Bechtel National Inc. umbrella site remediation contract as part of the Formerly Utilized Site Remediation Action Program (FUSRAP).

During the period of residual contamination, as designated by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and as noted in the dates above, employees of subsequent owners and operators of this facility are also covered under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act.

Listing:
Associated Aircraft Tool and Manufacturing Co. is listed as an Atomic Weapons Employer site and as a Department of Energy (DOE) site under the EEOICPA.

Compensation:
As of 03/08/2015, the total compensation paid under Parts B and E of the EEOICPA, including medical compensation, for workers suffering from the effects of having worked at Associated Aircraft Tool and Manufacturing Co. is $327,767.

Associated Aircraft Tool and Manufacturing Co. Workers:
If you or your parent worked at this or any other AWE facility and became ill, you may be entitled to compensation of up to $150K plus medical benefits from the US Department of Labor. Call EEOICPA Counsel Hugh Stephens at 1-855-EEOICPA (336-4272) or fill out the form to the right, whether or not you have already filed a claim and even if your claim has been accepted or denied.

We can help with all OWCP (Federal Workers Compensation) claims, impairments, wage loss and health care. 2495 Main Street, Suite 442 Buffalo, NY.

*Site Description and History :
The Fairfield, Ohio, Site (formerly the Associate Aircraft site) is located at 3660 Dixie Highway, approximately 15 miles northwest of Cincinnati. The site comprises the former Associate Aircraft building and an exterior parking lot shared by two other companies. The machine shop is housed in a building approximately 20,000 to 25,000 square feet in area. Force Control Industries, Inc. purchased the site in 1969 from Dixie Machinery.

From February to September 1956, Associate Aircraft Tool and Manufacturing Company, a Cincinnati area machine shop, contracted with the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) through the National Lead of Ohio (NLO) to machine and shape uranium metal for the Hanford, Washington, and Savannah River, South Carolina, nuclear reactors. The primary activities included machining, hollow drilling, reaming, and turning approximately 95,000 pieces of uranium stock to a final outside diameter. The contract expired in September 1956 and was not renewed. From October through November 1956, under NLO supervision, Associate Aircraft decontaminated the site to levels considered acceptable at that time. After an intensive 5-week decontamination period, NLO conducted radiological surveys and determined that alpha radiation was well below applicable guidelines. A December 1956 decontamination report recorded contamination levels on machine surfaces exceeding current guidelines, but it was assumed (but not documented) that final disposition of the equipment complied with contractual requirements.

From October through November 1956, under NLO supervision, Associate Aircraft decontaminated the site to levels considered acceptable at that time. After an intensive 5-week decontamination period, NLO conducted radiological surveys and determined that alpha radiation was well below applicable guidelines. A December 1956 decontamination report recorded contamination levels on machine surfaces exceeding current guidelines, but it was assumed (but not documented) that final disposition of the equipment complied with contractual requirements. During a limited radiological survey in June 1992, uranium contamination was found in some concrete expansion joints and on several overhead horizontal surfaces. A radiological survey of the remainder of the property, conducted in September 1992, identified additional residual uranium contamination inside the building and in several small, isolated areas around the building. In 1993, the Fairfield site was designated for remedial action under the Formerly Utilized Sites Remedial Action Program (FUSRAP). From December 1994 to June 1995, Bechtel National, Inc., the project management contractor for FUSRAP, defined the extent of contamination and performed remedial design engineering and remedial action at the Fairfield site. ThermoAnalytical (now Thermo NUtech) served as the radiological support subcontractor for sampling and analysis activities, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory was the independent verification contractor. Natural uranium isotopes were found to be the only material contributing significantly to contamination at the site. Supplemental limits were applied to residual uranium-238 that was left in place in soil beneath a concrete slab in a bay built in 1994 on the east end of the building.

All soils and residual radioactive materials from the building that exceeded site-specific health-based guidelines were removed from the site and disposed of as low-level radioactive waste at a licensed disposal facility in Clive, Utah. In addition, all lead-containing paint contaminated with residual radioactive material above site-specific criteria was removed from the site and managed as a mixed waste stream in accordance with applicable hazardous waste regulations. Asbestos-containing floor tiles contaminated with radioactive materials were also removed, packaged, and shipped to a commercial low-level radioactive waste disposal facility.

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