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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in Marietta, Georgia
Key Facts: Marietta Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1951 - 1951
- State
- Georgia
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in Marietta, Georgia
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.
Lockheed-Georgia Marietta
Lockheed-Georgia (now Lockheed Martin Marietta) has built C-130, C-141, C-5, P-3, and F-22 aircraft since 1951. At peak employed 32,000+ workers. Asbestos used in aircraft insulation, gaskets, and brake materials.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Marietta and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About Marietta & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in Marietta, Georgia
Marietta has hosted Lockheed-Georgia since 1951. Generations of Marietta families have worked at the plant building C-130s, C-141s, C-5s, P-3s, and now F-22s.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in Marietta
- Lockheed-Georgia Marietta
Marietta Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Marietta workers, veterans, and families exposed to asbestos. Our attorneys travel to Marietta clients; depositions can be conducted from home. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for Marietta Mesothelioma Victims
Three parallel tracks: (1) lawsuits — settlements average $1.0–$1.4 million, jury verdicts can exceed $5 million; (2) trust fund claims (60+ trusts hold over $30 billion); (3) VA benefits for veterans (mesothelioma rated 100%).
Georgia Statute of Limitations
2 years from diagnosis or discovery (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33). Discovery rule applies. The discovery rule applies. Do not delay after diagnosis.
Your Legal Rights in Marietta, Georgia
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 Marietta.
Georgia Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for Marietta Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Marietta 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 Marietta exposure sites and have the experience to identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
Do I Have a Mesothelioma Case?
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Next Steps for Marietta Mesothelioma Victims
You have options. Our attorneys are ready to help you understand them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Marietta
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Free Asbestos Exposure Guide for Georgia Workers
Download our comprehensive guide covering your legal rights, the claims process, and what compensation you may be entitled to after asbestos exposure in Marietta.
- 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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