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Overview: Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in Massachusetts
Key Facts: Massachusetts Mesothelioma & Asbestos
- Counties Served
- 0
- Communities Covered
- 19
- GBP Office Locations
- 2
- Key Industries
- Occupational, Mixed
- Statute of Limitations
- 3 years from diagnosis or discovery (M.G.L. c. 260, § 2A). Discovery rule applies.…
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Asbestos Exposure History in Massachusetts
Asbestos Exposure in Massachusetts
Massachusetts ranks #9 nationally in cumulative mesothelioma deaths and #4 per-capita (23.7/million). Bristol County (Fall River, New Bedford) had the densest asbestos textile industry in the country — companies like Pacific Mills, Berkshire Mills, and Stevens Manufacturing wove asbestos cloth that became insulation everywhere else.
The Bristol County Asbestos Textile Cluster
Bristol County (Fall River + New Bedford) ranks #3 nationally for per-capita mesothelioma deaths (35.8 per million per year). The asbestos textile industry there wove asbestos cloth, tape, and rope that became insulation in shipyards, refineries, and factories nationwide. Workers and their family members (secondary exposure from clothing brought home) account for the cluster.
MA Mesothelioma Lawyers — How We Help
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents MA workers, veterans, and families across all 14 counties. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Your Legal Rights in Massachusetts
Understanding the legal landscape is critical when pursuing a mesothelioma or asbestos claim. Below is a summary of relevant legal information for cases involving exposure in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Statute of Limitations
Massachusetts Court System Overview
Legal Options for Massachusetts Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts exposure sites and can identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
Top Asbestos Exposure Sites in Massachusetts
The following facilities across Massachusetts have been identified as locations where workers and residents may have been exposed to asbestos. This is a representative sample — visit individual county and community pages for complete local listings.
Boston Naval Shipyard (Charlestown Navy Yard)
The Boston Naval Shipyard (Charlestown Navy Yard) operated for 174 years — 1800 to 1974. At WWII peak it employed 50,000+ workers. Built USS Constitution ("Old Ironsides") and many warships. Asbestos was used pervasively. The yard is now part of Boston National Historical Park; many original buildings remain.
Pacific Mills / Stevens Manufacturing Asbestos Textile (Fall River)
Bristol County (Fall River + New Bedford) hosted the densest asbestos textile industry in the country. Companies wove asbestos cloth, tape, and rope used as insulation elsewhere. Workers and family members (secondary exposure from clothing brought home) face the highest documented mesothelioma rates in the country — Bristol County ranks #3 nationally for per-capita mesothelioma deaths.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Massachusetts and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
Next Steps for Massachusetts Mesothelioma Victims
You have options. Our attorneys are ready to help you understand them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Massachusetts
I worked at Charlestown Navy Yard / Boston Naval Shipyard — can I file?
Yes. The yard operated 1800-1974 with extensive asbestos use. Workers and Navy veterans typically pursue VA disability + trust fund claims + product liability lawsuits.
My mother worked in a Fall River asbestos textile mill — can my family claim?
Yes. Fall River and New Bedford had the densest asbestos textile industry in the country. Both occupational AND secondary (take-home) exposure cases are actionable. Bristol County has the third-highest per-capita mesothelioma rate in the country.
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Cities & Communities in Massachusetts
Complete directory of every city and community page served by Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm in Massachusetts, grouped by county area. 19 locations across 7 areas.
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