Native Americans Radiation Exposure and Compensation
Native American communities were the most affected by radiation due to uranium mining, nuclear weapons testing, and nuclear facilities activities. These operations were carried out within native community lands beginning in the mid-20th century. They led to the release of chemical toxins and radiation linked to many health issues, including various cancers. Community members in […]
We Cover Costs for Medical Tests for RECA Uranium Worker Claimants
Stephens and Stephens RECA and EEOICPA lawyers have been assisting claimants filing RECA claims for over ten years. We represent our claimants throughout the entire claims process, helping them obtain critical employment and medical evidence to file a successful claim. Medical evidence is essential when determining your eligibility for RECA benefits. The Department of Justice […]
Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides various benefits to US Armed Forces Veterans and uniformed servicemembers as well as their dependents, surviving spouses, children, and parents upon death, as codified in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C.). The program provides assistance in the form of health care, disability compensation, pension plans, loans, […]
Black Lung Benefits claim process, presumptions, and medical evidence
The Black Lung Benefits Act provides compensation to coal miners who are totally disabled from pneumoconiosis or black lung disease related to their coal mine employment. To be considered for black lung benefits, you must file a claim with the Department of Labor and provide medical evidence as well as employment information. You will be […]
Medical Tests Required to Establish a Uranium Worker Claim
Stephens and Stephens RECA attorneys represent eligible uranium workers who wish to file a claim for RECA compensation nationwide. RECA compensates uranium workers affected by certain specific illnesses linked to uranium mining activities. For you to be compensated, you must prove that you worked as a uranium miner, miller, ore transporter, core driller, or remediation […]
Hiring a RECA Attorney Authorized Representative (AR) vs. Non-Attorney AR
The process of filing a RECA claim can be complex for anyone with limited experience. You can file a RECA claim on your own or with the help of an authorized representative. An authorized representative (AR) can be a lawyer or a layperson who acts on your behalf on all matters related to your claim. […]
Amended Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA Act of 2025)
Attorney R. Hugh Stephens has represented victims of the radiation exposure resulting from atomic weapons testing and uranium mining since approximately 2010. The RECA fund, which ended in June 2024, was recently extended to December 31, 2028. The amended RECA Act of 2025 provides compensation to uranium workers, onsite participants, and downwinders. An outline of […]
Federal Fire Protection Employees’ Compensation
You can file for federal fire protection employee compensation if you suffer from related illnesses. Fire protection employees are routinely exposed to occupational hazards. These toxins include diesel emissions, combustion emissions, and carcinogens released during fires. As a result, people involved in fire protection activities are more likely to suffer heart attacks, stroke, and cancers […]
Savannah River Site Facility (SRS) EEOICPA Claim
The Savannah River Site (SRS) is a US DOE industrial complex that produces, processes, secures, and stores nuclear materials for national defense. It also engages in atomic nonproliferation efforts as well as the development and deployment of environmental protection technologies related to the treatment of solid and liquid hazardous nuclear wastes. The facility was originally […]