Asbestos Exposure in Nebraska

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Nebraska Mesothelioma & Asbestos Lawyers

While Nebraska has no naturally occurring asbestos, and a low risk of exposure, there is still a risk in small manufacturing facilities and power plants. Asbestos-containing materials were used for over half a century to insulate electric wiring, panel partitions, fire doors, electrical conduits, plaster, drywall, and even cement in numerous power and manufacturing plants.

Unfortunately, many of the families of these workers also have an increased risk of developing cancer because of the asbestos fibers that were carried home on the body and clothing of those workers.

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Statistics for Mesothelioma Cases in Nebraska

Nebraska ranks 36th in the US for asbestos-related deaths. There have been 268 deaths from mesothelioma and asbestos lung cancer between 1999 – 2013.

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Common Causes of Asbestos Exposure in Nebraska

In Nebraska, asbestos exposure can occur in a variety of settings, particularly in industries or locations where asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) were commonly used. Here are some common causes of asbestos exposure in the state:

Occupational Exposure:

Construction and Demolition Work: Workers in construction, renovation, and demolition industries often face asbestos exposure. Buildings constructed before the 1980s may contain asbestos in insulation, roofing materials, floor tiles, and drywall.

Manufacturing and Industrial Jobs: Some industrial jobs in Nebraska may have used asbestos-containing materials for insulation or machinery parts, especially in chemical plants, refineries, and factories.

Power Plants: Power plants used asbestos in insulation for boilers, pipes, and other heat-generating equipment due to its fire-resistant properties. Nebraska has power plants where workers might have been exposed.

Shipyards: While Nebraska is landlocked, workers who maintained or repaired ships could have faced asbestos exposure from ship components that contained the material.

Environmental Exposure:

Natural Asbestos Deposits: Although Nebraska does not have significant natural asbestos deposits, asbestos could still be present in the environment through contaminated sites or waste disposal areas.

Mining Operations: In states with active or historical mining, asbestos may have been a byproduct. Nebraska has been affected indirectly by mining and other operations where asbestos was used or disturbed.

Military Bases: Military installations in Nebraska, such as Offutt Air Force Base, could have exposed service members to asbestos in barracks, aircraft, ships, and vehicles. The military heavily used asbestos in equipment and infrastructure throughout the 20th century.

Residential Exposure:

Old Homes and Buildings: Asbestos was commonly used in homes and commercial buildings in Nebraska until the late 1970s. Homeowners or workers involved in renovations of older properties may unknowingly disturb asbestos materials, leading to exposure.

Insulation Materials: Many homes built before the 1980s in Nebraska may contain asbestos insulation, such as vermiculite, which poses a significant risk if disturbed.

Secondary Exposure: Individuals can also be exposed to asbestos secondarily. For example, family members of workers who handle asbestos materials may come into contact with the fibers through contaminated clothing or equipment brought home from the job site.

Given the widespread use of asbestos in various industries, those at risk of exposure in Nebraska include construction workers, industrial laborers, and veterans, as well as individuals living in older homes.

Filing an Asbestos Claim if You Live in Nebraska

You do not have to file your claim in the state in which you live. 

It’s far more important to contact an attorney with a strong history of experience specifically in asbestos cases, than it is to select one who happens to be in your area of Nebraska. The most successful attorneys in your area may have never handled an asbestos case.

SWMW attorneys dedicate the overwhelming majority of their time and effort prosecuting mesothelioma claims, so we know which states and jurisdictions are going to provide the best outcome for your case and can get your case settled faster.

We handle asbestos cases all across the USA, so we know how to file, where to file, and what to do to get you the compensation you deserve. Call 844-857-SWMW to speak with an Nebraska mesothelioma and asbestos attorney at SWMW Law.

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Jobsites in Nebraska With Known Asbestos Usage & Exposure

Provided below is a list of cities in the state of Nebraska where asbestos jobsites are known to have been located. If you worked for any of these companies or at these jobsites in Nebraska there is a possibility that you may have been exposed to harmful asbestos which is known to cause mesothelioma and lung cancer.

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Alliance:

  • Minerals & Chemical Corporation of America

  • Phillip Corp

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Beatrice:

  • Beatrice Creamery Company

  • Cominco Products Company

  • Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America

  • Philips Petroleum Fertilizer Plant

  • Chris’s Hatchery

  • Gas Pipe Line Company of America

  • Neb Water Works

Bellevue:

  • Allied Chemical

  • Loup River Public Power District

  • Offutt Air Force Base

  • Kramer Power House

  • Nebraska Public Power District

Blair:

  • Fort Calhoun Nuclear Power Plant

Brownville:

  • Cooper Nuclear Power Plant

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Columbus:

  • Behlen Manufacturing Company

  • Consumers Public Power District

  • Nebraska Public Power District

  • Union Pacific Railroad Company

  • Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District

  • Loup River Public Power District

  • Union Pacific Railroad Company

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Dodge:

  • Cuming County Public Power

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Hallam:

  • Consumers Public Power Distributors

  • Hallam Nuclear Power Plant

  • Nebraska Public Power District

  • Hallam Nuclear Power Facility

  • Hallam Power Plant

  • Sheldon Station

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Lexington:

  • Canaday Station

  • Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District

  • United Electric Company

  • Canaday Steam Plant

  • National Dehydrating Company

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North Platte:

  • Best Laundry Cleaners

  • Pacific Fruit Express

  • North Platte Plumbing & Heating

  • Union Pacific Railroad Company

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Scottsbluff:

  • Consumers Public Power Company

  • Nebraska Public Power Dist

  • Scottsbluff Sugar Company

  • Hiram Scott College

  • Scottsbluff Packing Company

  • Swift & Company

South Omaha:

  • Armour and Company

  • Cudahy Packing Company

  • Budahy Packing Company

  • Omaha Packing Company

Sutherland:

  • Gerald Gentleman Station

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We’ve recovered hundreds of millions in verdicts, settlements, and payouts for clients affected by asbestos-related illnesses. Whether your case goes to court or is resolved before trial, our goal is the same: to win the maximum compensation possible for you and your family.

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