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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in Tampa Port District, Florida
Key Facts: Tampa Port District Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1948 - 1992
- County
- Hillsborough County
- State
- Florida
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in Tampa Port District, Florida
The following facilities have been identified as locations where workers and residents may have been exposed to asbestos. If you worked at or lived near any of these sites, you may be eligible for compensation.
Tampa Shipyards (formerly Tampa Marine / American Ship Building)
Tampa Shipyards built and repaired Navy and commercial vessels for over 40 years on Hillsborough Bay. Pipefitters and insulators handled asbestos-containing materials in engine rooms, boiler rooms, and pump rooms daily. The yard closed in 1992. Tampa shipyard workers and their family members (secondary exposure) account for a significant share of Tampa Bay-area mesothelioma cases.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Tampa Port District and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About Tampa Port District & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in Tampa Port District, Florida
The Tampa Port District — including Hooker's Point and McKay Bay — was the home of Tampa Shipyards (American Ship Building / Tampa Marine), which built and repaired Navy and commercial vessels for over 40 years. Pipefitters, insulators, welders, and machinists handled asbestos in engine rooms and boiler rooms.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in Tampa Port District
- Tampa Shipyards (formerly Tampa Marine / American Ship Building)
Tampa Port District Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Tampa Port District workers, veterans, and families exposed to asbestos. Our attorneys travel to clients; depositions from home. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for Tampa Port District Mesothelioma Victims
Three parallel tracks: (1) lawsuits — Florida settlements average $1.0–$1.4 million; (2) trust fund claims (60+ trusts hold over $30 billion); (3) VA benefits for veterans (mesothelioma rated 100%).
Florida Statute of Limitations: 4 Years
Florida imposes a 4-year statute of limitations (Fla. Stat. § 95.11). The clock starts at diagnosis under the discovery rule. Wrongful-death: 2 years from date of death.
Your Legal Rights in Tampa Port District, Florida
Understanding the legal landscape is critical when pursuing an asbestos or mesothelioma claim. Below is a summary of relevant legal information for cases involving exposure in Tampa Port District.
Florida Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for Tampa Port District Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Tampa Port District may be entitled to pursue compensation through several legal avenues:
- Personal injury lawsuits — filed against the companies responsible for your asbestos exposure
- Asbestos trust fund claims — over $30 billion remains in trust funds established by bankrupt asbestos companies
- Wrongful death claims — filed by surviving family members when a loved one has passed from mesothelioma
- Veterans benefits — additional compensation for veterans exposed to asbestos during military service
- Workers' compensation — benefits for occupational asbestos exposure, which may be pursued alongside other claims
Our attorneys handle cases involving Tampa Port District exposure sites and have the experience to identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
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Next Steps for Tampa Port District Mesothelioma Victims
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Tampa Port District
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Free Asbestos Exposure Guide for Florida Workers
Download our comprehensive guide covering your legal rights, the claims process, and what compensation you may be entitled to after asbestos exposure in Tampa Port District.
- Your legal rights after asbestos exposure
- Step-by-step claims process explained
- Compensation types available to you
- Statute of limitations by state
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