Visit www.MesotheliomaWebDirectory.com Today!:Former BHP Shipyard Worker Dies Before Recieving Payout

Bill Ewins, 71, passed away last week prior to recieving nearly $200,000 in damages by BHP Whyalla Shipyards.  Ewins had contracted the disease by being exposed to blue asbestos which was sprayed on the bulkheads of boats during the period from 1949 to 1963 in which he was employed there.  There was initial concern that his death might throw into question the $197,287 award for pain and suffering that he was to recieve.  Thankfully, the situation has been resolved to allow the payment to transfer to his wife.  Business Breaking News Reports:"That was an enormous relief to Mr Ewins because it had the potential to devastate his award," she said.Read More: BHP worker dies before payout more...

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Originally Posted on 6/1/2005 11:22:09 PMContent source: http://www.mesotheliomareporter.org/2005/05/former_bhp_ship.html