Asbestos Exposure Georgia

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Asbestos Exposure in Georgia

Georgia was a booming industrial state during the time when asbestos exposure occurred. Paper mills, textile and cotton mills, power plants and other industrial-type businesses caused exposure at more than 50 different locations throughout the state.

It was also the first state to commercially mine asbestos.

People who worked in these large plants are at a high risk of mesothelioma and lung caner because of the asbestos used in various equipment.

Unfortunately, many of the families of workers at the sites (listed below) 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.

Statistics for Mesothelioma Cases in Georgia

Georgia ranks 23rd in the US for asbestos-related deaths. To date, 677 people in the state have died from mesothelioma and asbestos lung cancer.

Asbestos Exposure in Georgia

Asbestos exposure in Georgia can occur in various settings, particularly in older buildings, industrial sites, and certain occupations. Here's a breakdown of the common locations:

Manufacturing Plants: Georgia has a history of manufacturing industries, particularly in textiles, paper mills, and chemical plants. Workers in these industries may have been exposed to asbestos used in machinery, insulation, and other materials.
Power Plants: Many power plants built before the 1980s used asbestos for insulation and fireproofing. Workers who maintained or renovated these plants may have been at risk.
Shipyards: While Georgia is not a major shipbuilding state, there are shipyards and maritime industries where asbestos was used extensively in ship construction and repair.
Older Buildings: Buildings constructed before the 1980s often contain asbestos in insulation, roofing materials, floor tiles, and pipe coverings. Renovation or demolition of these buildings can release asbestos fibers into the air.
Residential Homes: Some homes built before the 1980s may have asbestos-containing materials. Homeowners or workers involved in DIY renovations could be at risk.
Naval and Army Bases: Georgia is home to several military bases, including Fort Benning and the now-closed Naval Air Station Atlanta. Asbestos was widely used in military buildings, vehicles, and ships, exposing service members and workers.
Brake and Clutch Repair: Asbestos was commonly used in brake pads and clutches. Mechanics working in automotive repair shops may have been exposed while repairing or replacing these components.
Schools: Many schools built before the 1980s may contain asbestos in ceilings, flooring, and insulation. Teachers, maintenance workers, and students could be exposed if the materials are disturbed.
Public Buildings: Courthouses, government buildings, and other public structures may also have asbestos-containing materials.
Geological Sources: Certain regions of Georgia may have natural deposits of asbestos or asbestos-containing minerals. Disturbing the earth in these areas through construction or mining could release asbestos fibers into the air.
Farming Equipment: Some farming equipment used in the past contained asbestos in parts such as gaskets and brakes. Farmers and agricultural workers may have been exposed when maintaining this equipment.

Filing an Asbestos Claim if You Live in Georgia

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 Georgia. 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 (855) 744-1922 to speak with a Georgia mesothelioma and asbestos attorney at SWMW Law.

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Jobsites in Georgia With Known Asbestos Usage & Exposure

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

Search the list of cities by name:

Attapulgus

Minerals & Chemical Corporation of America
Phillip Corp

Baxley

Edwin Hatch Nuclear Plant
Filtered Rosin Products Inc.
Georgia Power Company
Hatch Power Plant

Calhoun

Artizans, Inc.
Dixie Belle Mills Inc.
Echeta Cotton Mills
Synthetic Latex Bulk Storage Plant, Goodyear Tire Plant
Venture Carpets

Cedar Springs

Cedar Springs Paper Mill
Chattahoochee Plywood
Georgia Pacific Paper Mill
Great Northern Paper Company
Great Southern Land & Paper Company

Cedartown

Cedartown Cotton Manufacturing Company
Cherokee Iron Works
Paragon Mills
United States Finishing Company

Doraville

Foote & Davies
General Motors
Guthrie Machine Works Inc.
L B Foster Company
Rockwell Manufacturing Company
Regis
Western Electric

Douglas

Coffee County Creamery
Coffee County General Hospital
Filtered Rosin Products
Georgia Railroad Shops
South Georgia College

Douglasville

Young Refining

Forest Park

Atlanta Army Depot
Casco Mechanical Contractors
Georgia State Highway Department
Knox Glass Plant

Fort Benning

Carpenters Plumbing Company
Fort Benning Powerhouse
Kelley Hill Barracks
S. War Department
United States Army Corps of Engr’s

Hapeville

Acands, Inc.
Carling Brewing Company
Ford Motor Company
Hapeville Team Track
Municipal Airport
National Biscuit Company (Nabisco)
Owens Illinois Glass Company

Harllee

Georgia Power Company
Georgia Power Plant

Jesup

ITT Rayonier, Inc.
Jesup Pulp Mill

Juliette

Scherer Power Plant

LaGrange

American Service Company
Callaway Mills
Deering Milliken, Inc.
LaGrange Packing Company
Milliken and Company
Pepperell Manufacturing Company
T C. Crenshaw
Troup Ice Company

McManus

Babcock & Wilcox Company
Georgia Power Company

Moultrie

Gold Kist Peanut Growers
Moultrie Manufacturing Company
Swift & Company
Tucker Aluminum Products

Newnan

Bonnell William L Company
Bonnell Williams & Company Inc.
Georgia Kraft Company
Georgia Power Company
Johnson Hardware Company
Owens-Corning Fiberglas
Plant Arkwright
Plant Yates Powerhouse

Norcross

Economy Mechanical Industrial
Rock City Corrugated, Incorporated
Western Electric Company, Inc.

Rabun Gap

Burlington Industries, Inc.
Rabun Apparel, Inc.
Rabun Mills Div.
Sanitary Plumbing & Heating Company

Riceboro

Interstate Container Company
Interstate Paper Corporation
Riceboro Paper Mill
J.K. Corporation

Rockmart

Engineered Fabrics
Goodyear Clearwater Mills
Goodyear Tire and Rubber
Marquette Cement Manufacturing. Company
Southern States Portland Cement Company

Saint Mary’s

Durango Georgia Paper
Gilman Paper
Gilman Paper Company

Sandersville

American Industrial Clays Company
Burgess Pigment Company
Champion Paper & Fibre Company
Cyprus Industrial Minerals
Thiele Kaolin Company

Swainsboro

Swainsboro Printing & Finishing Company
Swainsboro Supply Company

Thomaston

F. Goodrich
Bleachery Div.
Thomaston Bleachery
Thomaston Cotton Mills
Thomaston Mills

Thomasville

Arnold Brick Company
Davco Division Water & Waste Manufacturing Company
Indust Equipment Company of Thomasville
Industrial Boiler Company Inc.
A. Domiciliary
Water and Light Department

Tifton

American Woolen Company, Inc.
Builders Supply Company
J I Newton
JP Stevens
Knit-Tex Corporation
South Georgia Ice Company
Texture Tex
Tifton Aluminum
Tifton Cotton Mills

Toccoa

Coats & Clark, Inc.
John’s Roofing & Sheet Metal Company, Inc.
Toccoa Cotton Mills
Toccoa Foundry

Tucker

Alcan Cable Company
American Mineral Spirits
Basf Wyandotte
Central Cable
Hormel Company
Sears Fashion Pool
Thompson Industries

Warner Robins

Robins Air Force Base
Turner Murphy Company
Warner Robins Air Force Base

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