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Mesothelioma in North Carolina
In North Carolina, asbestos was everywhere for most of the 20th century. Not only was it widely used across industries such as shipbuilding, power generation, and manufacturing, but the government also used it in local military installations.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral, and high concentrations of it can be found in the mountainous regions in the west of the state. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, there are 46 historical asbestos mines, prospects, and natural occurrences in North Carolina.
With such a deep history of asbestos use, it's no wonder that North Carolina regularly ranks within the top 20 states for asbestos-related deaths. One study reported 6,577 asbestos-related deaths from 1999 to 2017, of which 1,159 were caused by mesothelioma.
Several regions of North Carolina are known for naturally occurring asbestos. State residents can encounter this form of asbestos when doing seemingly innocuous activities like gardening or landscaping. It remains a sufficient threat that the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services maintains guidelines for the public to reduce risks.
Other forms of exposure were much more deliberate, caused by negligent companies that knew the risks of asbestos, but continued using it in their products and facilities anyway. These companies endangered the health and safety of thousands of workers and consumers by failing to warn the public about the known dangers of their products and worksites.
If you lived or worked in North Carolina and have developed mesothelioma, our partner law firm can help you identify all potential sources of exposure, ensuring that those responsible are held accountable and that you and your family receive fair compensation.
Known asbestos companies and worksites in North Carolina:
- W.R. Grace
- Owens Corning (Fibreboard)
- Southern Asbestos Company Mills
- Carolina Power and Light Company
- Carolina Asbestos Company
- Camp Lejeune
- Fort Bragg
- Champion Paper
- Duke Energy
- Zonolite
Asbestos was such a popular industrial additive that it’s more challenging to find places without risk of asbestos exposure than it is to find places with risk of asbestos exposure. Although North Carolina now has strict controls and regulations in place to reduce asbestos risks, it was everywhere until the federal government implemented rules in the 1970s.
However, the risk is not equal everywhere; cities where the local economy historically relied on manufacturing, shipbuilding, or mining, or areas near power plants, face elevated risks. For example, Wake and Mecklenburg counties have the highest asbestos death rates, both averaging 20 deaths per year.
North Carolina cities most impacted by asbestos:
- Asheville
- Charlotte
- Davidson
- Fayetteville
- Roanoke Rapids
Not every North Carolina resident faces the same level of asbestos risk. Those who worked in asbestos-related industries frequently experienced significant occupational exposure, handling asbestos or asbestos products regularly. This kind of close contact can create an elevated risk of asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma.
For the most part, companies did not warn workers about the potential dangers of asbestos, nor were they given adequate protective gear to prevent the inhalation or ingestion of dangerous asbestos fibers. Many of these workers are now sick and struggling to pay for treatment or cover living expenses.
High-risk occupations
- Construction workers
- Electricians
- Factory workers
- HVAC technicians
- Millwrights
- Miners
- Power plant workers
- Shipyard workers
- Textile workers
- U.S. military veterans
All six varieties of asbestos are non-conductive and resistant to heat, fire, and chemical corrosion. These properties made it a popular and widely used industrial additive, valued across many industries and professions.
Despite widespread knowledge of asbestos’s hazards as early as the 1930s, many companies continued to use it until the 1980s. Although former asbestos companies have phased it out of most products, many older buildings and vehicles still contain asbestos.
When building a mesothelioma claim, identifying the exact products you encountered is critical. Specialist mesothelioma law firms, such as our partner firm Meirowitz & Wasserberg, have specialized tools and resources to help clients identify the products they encountered.
Commonly-used asbestos products:
- Automobile/industrial brakes
- Boilers
- Engines (gaskets and seals)
- Ceiling panels
- Cement pipes and panels
- Insulation
- Fireproofing sprays
- Floor tiles
- Roofing shingles
- Textiles (fireproof clothing, blankets, pads, and mats)
- Textured wall coatings
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may be dealing with severe physical, emotional, and financial upheaval. Our patient advocates make it easy for patients and their families to determine their eligibility for compensation by providing free case evaluations. We’ve helped thousands of people secure over $1.5 billion in total compensation.
We can help you understand which types of compensation you qualify for, break down the potential value of your claim, and connect you with legal experts. Our partner law firm specializes in helping mesothelioma clients apply for trust fund compensation, file asbestos lawsuits, and apply for VA benefits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The fastest and easiest way to find out if you qualify for compensation is to reach out for a free case evaluation from one of our trained patient advocates. We can help you determine your eligibility and identify all available compensation options.
The average mesothelioma compensation is $1 million or more. Your final compensation package will vary depending on factors like the types of compensation you are eligible to pursue and the number of defendant companies responsible for your injuries.
Timelines vary depending on the type of compensation you are pursuing. Asbestos trust funds can pay within 90 days, while lawsuits that go to trial often take years to resolve, though they frequently award the highest amounts.
Yes, many bereaved family members can file a compensation claim. Wrongful death lawsuits, asbestos trust fund wrongful death claims, and the VA all provide options for surviving family members and dependents who have suffered losses due to a mesothelioma death.
We can help you determine your eligibility for compensation in minutes through a free case evaluation. Our partner law firm, Meirowitz & Wasserberg, specializes in assisting victims in applying for trust fund compensation, filing lawsuits, and applying for VA Benefits.
Yes. The statute of limitations in North Carolina allows claimants three years from the date of diagnosis to file a personal injury claim and two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim.
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