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Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in New Hampshire

The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, New Hampshire's paper mills, textile mills, and power plants exposed thousands of workers to asbestos for decades. According to WikiMesothelioma.com, New Hampshire's industrial workforce faced significant occupational asbestos exposure across these key industries. Due to a latency period of 20 to 50 years, New Hampshire families are still being diagnosed with mesothelioma today from exposures that occurred decades ago.

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Mesothelioma Compensation for New Hampshire Families: What Our Clients Have Recovered

If your family is facing a mesothelioma diagnosis in New Hampshire, you are not alone — and compensation may be available. Below are actual amounts received by real clients of our firm, after attorneys’ fees and expenses, in mesothelioma cases involving asbestos exposure. Our attorneys represent families nationwide, including in New Hampshire.

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$5,939,010 Construction / Demolition

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 46, who was exposed to asbestos while repairing boats and while doing demolition and repair of buildings damaged by fire and flooding.

$4,750,000 U.S. Navy Veteran

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 49, who was exposed to asbestos through his career in the Navy.

$3,921,750 Navy / Construction

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a man, age 68, who was exposed through his service in the Navy, as an auto mechanic, and while working in construction.

$3,403,890 Navy / HVAC Mechanic

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 57, who was exposed through his service in the Navy and as a refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic.

$3,310,650 Industrial / HVAC

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 62, who was exposed while installing industrial and commercial furnaces and air conditioning units.

$2,727,900 Navy / Telecom

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 61, who was exposed through his service in the Navy and as a telephone installer and repairman.

$2,082,780 Oil Refinery / Drywaller

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 81, who was exposed through his work at an oil refinery and as a drywaller.

$1,988,910 Oil Field Worker

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 50, who was exposed as an oil field worker.

$1,886,580 Secondary Exposure

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a woman, age 62, who was exposed through contact with asbestos fibers on the clothes of her husband, who worked as an electrician at a shipyard.

$1,181,250 Secondary Exposure

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a woman, age 33, who was exposed through contact with asbestos fibers on the clothes of her father, who worked at an auto plant.

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Why Mesothelioma Cases Occur in New Hampshire

New Hampshire's mesothelioma history is rooted in four industries that defined the state's economy for much of the 20th century: naval shipbuilding, paper manufacturing, textile production, and power generation. Each of these industries relied on asbestos-containing materials for insulation, fireproofing, and equipment protection, and together they exposed thousands of New Hampshire workers to deadly asbestos fibers over decades.

According to WikiMesothelioma.com, New Hampshire workers in these industries faced significant occupational asbestos exposure that continues to produce mesothelioma diagnoses today. The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, located on Seavey's Island at the border of New Hampshire and Maine (in Kittery, Maine), is the most prominent exposure site in the region. Though technically located in Maine, the shipyard drew the majority of its workforce from New Hampshire's seacoast communities, making it the single largest source of asbestos exposure for New Hampshire residents.

Inland, New Hampshire's paper mills in the North Country — particularly in Berlin and Groveton — and textile mills in Manchester, Nashua, and other cities used asbestos insulation extensively in their boiler systems, steam distribution networks, and processing equipment. These industries employed entire communities for generations, and the workers who maintained and operated the mills' high-temperature systems bore the brunt of asbestos exposure.

The 20-to-50-Year Latency Period

Mesothelioma does not appear immediately after asbestos exposure. The disease has a latency period of 20 to 50 years. A shipyard worker who installed asbestos insulation on submarine piping at Portsmouth in the 1960s may only receive a mesothelioma diagnosis in the 2020s. A paper mill boiler operator in Berlin who handled asbestos-insulated equipment in the 1970s may be diagnosed now. This long latency period is why New Hampshire continues to produce new mesothelioma cases decades after asbestos use was curtailed.

New Hampshire's Asbestos Exposure Profile

New Hampshire's mesothelioma cases come from a concentrated set of industries: naval shipbuilding at Portsmouth, paper mills in the North Country, textile mills in the Merrimack Valley, and power plants across the state. If you worked in any of these industries in New Hampshire before the mid-1980s, documenting your asbestos exposure history is a critical first step toward potential compensation.

Common Sources of Asbestos Exposure in New Hampshire

Asbestos was embedded in New Hampshire's industrial infrastructure for decades. The following categories represent the most significant sources of occupational asbestos exposure in the state.

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, located on Seavey's Island in Kittery, Maine, at the mouth of the Piscataqua River, is one of the oldest naval shipyards in the United States and the most significant asbestos exposure site for New Hampshire residents. The shipyard specialized in submarine construction and overhaul, and asbestos insulation was used extensively in every vessel. Workers who built, repaired, and maintained submarines were exposed to asbestos in pipe insulation, boiler lagging, valve packings, gaskets, and throughout ship compartments. The shipyard employed thousands of workers, the majority of whom lived in New Hampshire's seacoast communities including Portsmouth, Dover, Rochester, and surrounding towns.

  • Portsmouth Naval Shipyard — Submarine construction and overhaul with asbestos in pipe insulation, boiler lagging, gaskets, and ship compartments throughout

Paper Mills

New Hampshire's paper industry, concentrated in the North Country, operated large mills that used asbestos-containing materials in boiler systems, steam pipes, pulp digesters, paper machines, and facility insulation. These mills ran continuous operations, and maintenance workers who kept the high-temperature systems functioning were exposed to asbestos on a daily basis.

  • Brown Company / James River (Berlin) — Major paper mill operation with asbestos in boilers, steam lines, digesters, and facility insulation
  • Groveton Papers (Groveton) — Paper manufacturing with asbestos in boiler insulation, pipe coverings, and processing equipment
  • Fraser Paper (Berlin/Gorham) — Pulp and paper operations with asbestos throughout the steam and processing systems

Textile Mills

New Hampshire's Merrimack Valley was one of America's early textile manufacturing centers. The massive textile mills in Manchester and Nashua used asbestos insulation in boiler systems, steam distribution networks, and throughout their sprawling factory complexes. The Amoskeag Manufacturing Company in Manchester, once the largest textile manufacturer in the world, operated mill buildings that relied on asbestos-containing materials for decades.

  • Amoskeag Manufacturing Company (Manchester) — Historic textile mill complex with asbestos in boiler rooms, steam pipes, and building insulation throughout
  • Nashua Manufacturing Company (Nashua) — Textile operations with asbestos in processing equipment and facility infrastructure
  • Various mill buildings (Manchester, Nashua) — Converted mill spaces that still contain legacy asbestos materials in many cases

Power Plants

Coal-fired and oil-fired power plants across New Hampshire used asbestos insulation on boilers, turbines, steam pipes, and electrical components. Workers at Public Service of New Hampshire (now Eversource) generating stations faced regular asbestos exposure during maintenance and operations.

  • Merrimack Station (Bow) — Coal-fired power plant with asbestos in boiler insulation, turbine casings, and pipe lagging
  • Schiller Station (Portsmouth) — Generating facility with asbestos-containing materials in operations equipment
  • Public Service of New Hampshire facilities — Multiple generating stations with asbestos in high-temperature equipment
Exposure Source Location Asbestos Uses Peak Exposure Era
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Kittery, ME (NH workforce) Ship insulation, pipe lagging, gaskets, boilers 1940s–1970s
Brown Company / James River Berlin Boiler insulation, steam pipes, digesters 1940s–1980s
Amoskeag Mills Manchester Boiler rooms, steam pipes, building insulation 1940s–1970s
Groveton Papers Groveton Boiler insulation, pipe coverings, equipment 1940s–1980s
Merrimack Station Bow Boiler insulation, turbine casings, pipe lagging 1960s–1990s
Nashua Manufacturing Nashua Processing equipment, facility insulation 1940s–1970s

This is not an exhaustive list. Additional industrial facilities, schools, and commercial buildings across New Hampshire used asbestos-containing materials. If you worked at any shipyard, paper mill, textile mill, or power plant in New Hampshire before the mid-1980s, asbestos exposure is likely. Our attorneys can investigate your specific work history as part of a free case evaluation.

Jobs in New Hampshire Linked to Asbestos Exposure

Certain occupations in New Hampshire carried a dramatically higher risk of asbestos exposure. If you or a family member held any of these positions at a New Hampshire facility, mesothelioma risk is elevated.

Shipyard Workers

Workers at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard performed a wide range of tasks involving asbestos exposure. Ship fitters, welders, pipefitters, insulators, electricians, and general laborers all worked in environments where asbestos insulation was being installed, removed, or disturbed. Below-deck work in submarine engine rooms and equipment spaces created especially concentrated exposure conditions due to confined spaces and poor ventilation.

Paper Mill Workers

Maintenance mechanics, boiler operators, pipefitters, and millwrights at New Hampshire's paper mills handled asbestos-containing materials as part of their daily work. Paper mills operate continuous high-temperature processes requiring extensive insulation on boilers, steam lines, digesters, and drying equipment. Workers who maintained and repaired these systems worked directly with asbestos insulation for decades.

Textile Mill Workers

Workers in Manchester's and Nashua's textile mills were exposed to asbestos through boiler insulation, steam pipes, and building materials in the large mill complexes. Boiler room operators, maintenance crews, and workers in proximity to steam-heated processing equipment faced the greatest risk. The massive scale of operations like the Amoskeag Mills meant that thousands of workers were potentially exposed over the mill's decades of operation.

Pipefitters & Boilermakers

Pipefitters and boilermakers who worked across New Hampshire's industrial facilities installed, maintained, and repaired piping systems and boilers insulated with asbestos. These tradespeople worked at shipyards, paper mills, textile mills, and power plants, cutting, fitting, and removing asbestos-containing insulation and gaskets in high-temperature environments throughout their careers.

Power Plant Workers

Electricians, boiler operators, turbine mechanics, and maintenance workers at New Hampshire's power plants were exposed to asbestos insulation on boilers, turbines, steam lines, and electrical components. Workers at Merrimack Station, Schiller Station, and other generating facilities handled asbestos-containing materials during routine maintenance and equipment overhauls.

Construction Tradespeople

Construction workers who built and renovated buildings across New Hampshire handled asbestos-containing materials including floor tiles, roofing materials, cement board, joint compound, and fireproofing spray. Workers involved in renovation and demolition of older mill buildings, schools, and commercial structures disturbed asbestos materials that had been in place for decades.

Documenting Your New Hampshire Work History

If you held any of these positions at a New Hampshire facility, documenting your complete work history is essential for building a mesothelioma claim. Our attorneys help clients reconstruct their employment timeline, identify every facility where exposure occurred, and connect that exposure history to specific asbestos product manufacturers and their trust funds. Even if your records are incomplete, we can use union records, Social Security earnings statements, Navy service records, and facility records to build your case.

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Types of Mesothelioma Diagnosed in New Hampshire

Mesothelioma develops when inhaled or ingested asbestos fibers become embedded in the lining of internal organs, causing cellular damage that leads to malignant tumor growth over decades. New Hampshire's exposure profile — dominated by shipyard work and mill operations — produces specific patterns of mesothelioma diagnosis.

Pleural Mesothelioma (Lungs)

Pleural mesothelioma accounts for approximately 75 to 80 percent of all diagnoses and is the most common form seen in New Hampshire patients. This type develops in the pleura — the thin membrane surrounding the lungs — when inhaled asbestos fibers migrate to the pleural lining and cause chronic inflammation. Portsmouth shipyard workers, paper mill maintenance crews, and power plant operators who inhaled asbestos dust are at the highest risk. Symptoms include persistent chest pain, shortness of breath, unexplained weight loss, and fluid buildup around the lungs.

If you worked at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, a New Hampshire mill, or a power plant and are experiencing respiratory symptoms, inform your physician about your occupational asbestos exposure history. Visit our diagnosis and treatment page for more information.

Peritoneal Mesothelioma (Abdomen)

Peritoneal mesothelioma develops in the peritoneum — the lining of the abdominal cavity — and accounts for approximately 15 to 20 percent of diagnoses. Symptoms include abdominal pain and swelling, unexplained weight loss, and fluid accumulation in the abdomen. Treatment has advanced significantly, with cytoreductive surgery combined with heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) showing improved survival rates. The same legal options are available regardless of the type diagnosed.

Mesothelioma Treatment Centers in New Hampshire

While New Hampshire does not currently have NCI-designated mesothelioma specialty centers, patients have access to the nation’s top treatment programs. Many of these leading cancer centers accept out-of-state patients and can coordinate care with local oncologists. Below are nationally recognized mesothelioma treatment centers that serve patients from New Hampshire and across the country.

MD Anderson Cancer Center

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Brigham and Women's Hospital / Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Boston, MA NCI-Designated Cancer Center
Surgery Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Clinical Trials Radiation Multimodal Therapy

The Brigham and Dana-Farber alliance is one of the nation's leading mesothelioma treatment programs, known for pioneering surgical techniques and multimodal therapy protocols.

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

New York City, NY NCI-Designated Cancer Center
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One of the world's most experienced cancer centers, MSK operates a dedicated mesothelioma program and extensive clinical trial portfolio for patients nationwide.

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New Hampshire Veterans & Military Asbestos Exposure

New Hampshire has a strong military connection, particularly through the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Many veterans who served in the U.S. Navy were exposed to asbestos at the shipyard during their military service, and some continued to work there as civilian employees after leaving the Navy.

Navy Veterans and the Portsmouth Shipyard

The U.S. Navy used asbestos extensively in ship and submarine construction from the 1930s through the 1970s. Navy personnel stationed at or transiting through the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard were exposed to asbestos during ship construction, overhaul, and maintenance operations. Machinist's mates, boiler technicians, hull maintenance technicians, enginemen, and electricians faced the highest exposure levels, particularly during below-deck work in submarine engine rooms and equipment spaces.

Dual Exposure: Military Service Followed by Civilian Industrial Work

A pattern seen in New Hampshire involves veterans who were exposed to asbestos during Navy service at Portsmouth and then took civilian jobs at the same shipyard or at the state's paper mills, textile mills, and power plants. This resulted in decades of cumulative asbestos exposure spanning both military and civilian careers.

Veterans with dual exposure history may be entitled to multiple sources of compensation:

  • VA Disability Compensation — Monthly tax-free benefits for service-connected mesothelioma
  • VA Healthcare — Treatment at VA medical centers including the Manchester VA Medical Center
  • Special Monthly Compensation — Additional VA benefits for veterans requiring aid and attendance
  • Asbestos Trust Fund Claims — Claims against companies whose products were used in naval vessels and New Hampshire industrial facilities
  • Personal Injury Lawsuits — Civil claims against asbestos product manufacturers and employers

Veterans: Filing VA Claims Does Not Affect Civil Claims

VA disability claims and civil mesothelioma lawsuits are separate legal processes. Filing for VA benefits does not reduce or prevent compensation from asbestos trust funds or personal injury lawsuits. Our attorneys help New Hampshire veterans pursue every available source of compensation simultaneously. If you are a veteran diagnosed with mesothelioma, time is critical — the New Hampshire statute of limitations and VA filing processes both have specific requirements that should be addressed promptly.

Family Members Exposed to Asbestos in New Hampshire

Asbestos exposure in New Hampshire did not stop at the shipyard gate or the mill door. For decades, workers carried asbestos fibers home on their clothing, skin, hair, and personal items. This secondary or take-home exposure has been documented in New Hampshire's shipyard and mill communities, leading to mesothelioma diagnoses in people who never set foot in an industrial workplace.

How Secondary Exposure Occurred

Portsmouth shipyard workers, paper mill maintenance crews, and textile mill employees arrived home covered in dust that included asbestos fibers. Spouses who laundered contaminated work clothes released asbestos fibers into the household air. Children who had close contact with parents in contaminated clothing were also exposed. In the tight-knit seacoast communities around Portsmouth and the mill towns of the North Country, secondary exposure affected entire families.

Legal Rights of New Hampshire Families

New Hampshire courts recognize secondary asbestos exposure as a valid basis for mesothelioma claims. Family members who developed mesothelioma from take-home exposure have the right to pursue compensation. If a family member of a New Hampshire worker has been diagnosed with mesothelioma and never worked directly with asbestos, our attorneys can investigate the connection and determine legal options.

Support Groups & Resources for New Hampshire Families

A mesothelioma diagnosis affects the entire family. These organizations provide support, education, counseling, and practical assistance for patients and caregivers.

National Organizations

Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation

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Leading mesothelioma research foundation providing patient support, education, and peer-to-peer networking for patients and families.

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Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)

Advocacy & Education

National advocacy organization dedicated to preventing asbestos exposure, providing support for those affected, and driving a global ban on asbestos.

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American Cancer Society

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CancerCare

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New Hampshire Resources

New Hampshire Comprehensive Cancer Collaboration

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State-level cancer support, advocacy, and resources connecting New Hampshire families with local support services, financial assistance, and treatment information.

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If you or a family member worked at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, a New Hampshire paper mill, textile mill, or power plant, this guide explains your legal options and what steps to take after a mesothelioma diagnosis.

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Steps New Hampshire Families Can Take After Diagnosis

Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis is overwhelming. The following steps provide a clear path forward for New Hampshire families. An experienced mesothelioma attorney can guide you through each one.

  1. Prioritize medical care. Your health comes first. Seek treatment from an oncologist experienced with mesothelioma. Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire and medical centers in the Boston area offer specialized cancer treatment services.
  2. Document your New Hampshire work history. Write down every job you held, every facility where you worked, and every trade you performed — particularly any work at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, paper mills, textile mills, or power plants. Include dates, job titles, employer names, and coworker names.
  3. Build an exposure timeline. For each job, note the specific tasks that may have involved asbestos contact: ship insulation work, boiler maintenance, pipe fitting, mill equipment repair, or proximity to these activities. If you served in the Navy, include your rate, duty stations, and ship assignments.
  4. Contact an experienced mesothelioma attorney. New Hampshire allows 3 years from the date of diagnosis to file a personal injury claim and 3 years from the date of death for wrongful death claims. Choose an attorney with specific experience in mesothelioma and shipyard or industrial exposure cases.
  5. Preserve important documents. Gather records that support your exposure history: old tax returns, union cards, Social Security earnings statements, military records (DD-214), shipyard employment records, medical records, and photographs from job sites.
  6. Understand your compensation options. New Hampshire mesothelioma patients may be entitled to compensation from personal injury lawsuits, asbestos trust funds (over $30 billion available nationally), workers' compensation, and VA benefits for veterans. Your attorney should evaluate every option simultaneously.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in New Hampshire

Why does New Hampshire have mesothelioma cases?

New Hampshire's mesothelioma cases are driven by the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, paper mills, textile mills, and power plants that operated across the state for decades. According to WikiMesothelioma.com, workers in these New Hampshire industries faced significant occupational asbestos exposure. The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard employed thousands of NH residents who were exposed to asbestos in ship construction and maintenance. The 20-to-50-year latency period means these historical exposures continue to produce new diagnoses today.

What is the statute of limitations for mesothelioma in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire allows 3 years from the date of diagnosis to file a personal injury lawsuit for mesothelioma, and 3 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim. New Hampshire applies a discovery rule, meaning the clock starts when the disease is diagnosed, not when the asbestos exposure occurred. Do not wait to explore your legal options — evidence and witnesses can become unavailable over time.

Were Portsmouth Naval Shipyard workers exposed to asbestos?

Yes. The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is one of the most significant shipyard asbestos exposure sites in New England. Workers who built, repaired, and overhauled submarines and surface vessels were exposed to asbestos insulation in engine rooms, boiler rooms, pipe systems, and throughout ship compartments. The shipyard employed workers from both New Hampshire and Maine, and asbestos exposure was pervasive from the 1940s through the 1970s.

Can New Hampshire paper mill workers file mesothelioma claims?

Yes. Paper mill workers exposed to asbestos in boiler systems, steam pipes, processing equipment, and facility insulation can pursue compensation through personal injury lawsuits, asbestos trust fund claims, and other legal channels. Paper mills in Berlin, Groveton, and other New Hampshire towns used asbestos-containing materials extensively. Maintenance workers, boiler operators, and pipefitters faced the highest exposure levels.

Do New Hampshire veterans qualify for additional benefits?

Yes. Veterans exposed to asbestos during military service — including Navy personnel at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard — may qualify for VA disability compensation, VA healthcare, and special monthly compensation in addition to civil claims. Our attorneys help veterans pursue all available compensation sources simultaneously to maximize total recovery.

How much compensation is available for New Hampshire mesothelioma patients?

Compensation varies based on the specifics of each case. New Hampshire cases often involve shipyard exposure combined with mill or industrial exposure, which can increase total recovery through multiple trust fund claims and lawsuits. Over $30 billion remains in asbestos trust funds nationally. Call 1-800-400-1805 or submit a form above for a free evaluation.

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Sources & References

  1. NCI SEER Program — Mesothelioma Cancer Stat Facts
  2. ATSDR — Toxicological Profile for Asbestos
  3. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency — Asbestos
  4. OSHA — Asbestos Standards and Regulations
  5. National Cancer Institute — Mesothelioma Treatment (PDQ)
  6. American Cancer Society — Malignant Mesothelioma
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — Asbestos Exposure
  8. RAND Corporation — Asbestos Litigation Costs and Compensation

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