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Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in North Carolina

North Carolina's textile mills, furniture manufacturing plants, major military installations, and power plants created a widespread pattern of asbestos exposure across the state. From the textile corridors of the Piedmont to Camp Lejeune and Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg), tens of thousands of North Carolinians were exposed to asbestos on the job. According to WikiMesothelioma.com, asbestos was widely used in industrial settings including textile manufacturing. Due to a latency period of 20 to 50 years, North Carolina families are still being diagnosed today.

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Mesothelioma Compensation for North Carolina Families: What Our Clients Have Recovered

If your family is facing a mesothelioma diagnosis in North Carolina, 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 North Carolina.

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$6,142,500 Secondary Exposure

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a woman, age 68, who developed mesothelioma from exposure to asbestos through assisting her husband in his general contracting work and through contact with asbestos fibers on her husband's clothes.

$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.

$3,600,450 Navy / Contractor

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 67, who was exposed through his service in the Navy and as a construction contractor on commercial and residential projects.

$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.

$3,185,280 Paper Mill / Carpenter

Received after attorneys' fees and expenses, by a gentleman, age 81, who was exposed through his work at a paper mill and as a carpenter.

$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 North Carolina

North Carolina's industrial identity was built on textile manufacturing, furniture production, and tobacco processing — industries where asbestos was used in machinery, building insulation, and factory infrastructure for decades. Beyond these civilian industries, the state hosts some of the largest military installations in the United States, including Camp Lejeune, Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg), and Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station — all of which used asbestos extensively in base construction, barracks, maintenance facilities, and equipment.

According to WikiMesothelioma.com, asbestos was widely used in industrial settings including manufacturing operations that were central to North Carolina's economy. The state's Piedmont textile corridor — stretching from Charlotte through Greensboro and into the Research Triangle area — contained hundreds of mills that relied on asbestos in machinery insulation, boiler rooms, and building materials. The furniture manufacturing concentrated around High Point and the western Piedmont similarly used asbestos in factory insulation, finishing equipment, and building construction.

Duke Energy's extensive network of coal-fired power plants across North Carolina added another major source of occupational asbestos exposure. These plants used asbestos in boiler insulation, turbine casings, pipe coverings, and electrical components, exposing plant workers and maintenance crews to asbestos fibers for decades.

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, meaning workers exposed in North Carolina's textile mills, military bases, and power plants during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s are being diagnosed now. A textile worker who maintained asbestos-insulated machinery in a Gaston County mill in 1970 may only receive a mesothelioma diagnosis in 2025 or later. This long latency period is why North Carolina continues to produce new mesothelioma cases decades after asbestos use was curtailed.

The concentration of military bases in North Carolina also means that a large veteran population carries asbestos exposure from their service years. Marines who served at Camp Lejeune, soldiers stationed at Fort Liberty, and airmen at Seymour Johnson AFB all potentially encountered asbestos in base buildings and equipment.

North Carolina's Asbestos Legacy by the Numbers

North Carolina was once the leading textile-producing state in America, with hundreds of mills across the Piedmont region. The state hosts more than a dozen major military installations, including the world's largest Marine Corps base (Camp Lejeune) and one of the largest Army installations (Fort Liberty). Duke Energy operated numerous coal-fired power plants across the state. If you worked at any North Carolina textile mill, military base, power plant, or industrial facility, documenting your asbestos exposure history is a critical first step.

Common Sources of Asbestos Exposure in North Carolina

Asbestos was embedded in North Carolina's industrial and military infrastructure for decades. The following categories represent the most significant sources of occupational asbestos exposure across the state.

Textile Mills & Manufacturing

North Carolina's textile industry was one of the largest in the nation, and asbestos played a role in mill operations that most workers never recognized. Textile machinery used asbestos in brake systems, clutch mechanisms, and insulation on high-temperature components. Boiler rooms that powered steam-driven textile operations were insulated with asbestos, and mill buildings themselves contained asbestos in walls, ceilings, floor tiles, and roofing.

  • Cannon Mills (Kannapolis) — One of the world's largest textile operations; asbestos in machinery insulation, boiler rooms, and building materials throughout the massive facility complex
  • Burlington Industries (Greensboro/Burlington) — Major textile manufacturer with asbestos in mill infrastructure, equipment insulation, and factory buildings across multiple locations
  • Cone Mills (Greensboro) — Denim and textile manufacturing with asbestos in machinery, boiler systems, and building materials at multiple plants
  • Piedmont Corridor mills — Hundreds of textile operations across Gaston, Catawba, Cabarrus, and surrounding counties with asbestos in standard factory construction and equipment

Military Installations

North Carolina's military bases used asbestos extensively in barracks, maintenance facilities, motor pools, hangars, weapons storage, and utility systems. Active-duty personnel and civilian base employees were exposed for decades.

  • Camp Lejeune (Jacksonville) — The world's largest Marine Corps base; asbestos in barracks, maintenance shops, hospital buildings, family housing, and base infrastructure across 246 square miles
  • Fort Liberty / Fort Bragg (Fayetteville) — One of the largest Army installations in the world; asbestos in hundreds of buildings including barracks, training facilities, maintenance shops, and the Womack Army Medical Center
  • Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station (Havelock) — Major Marine Corps aviation depot; asbestos in aircraft maintenance facilities, hangars, and base construction
  • Seymour Johnson Air Force Base (Goldsboro) — Fighter wing base; asbestos in maintenance hangars, shops, and base housing

Power Plants

Duke Energy and other utilities operated coal-fired power plants across North Carolina that used asbestos insulation on boilers, turbines, steam pipes, and electrical components. Maintenance workers, operators, and tradespeople at these facilities faced regular asbestos exposure.

  • Duke Energy plants (multiple locations) — Coal-fired and nuclear generating stations across the state with asbestos in boiler insulation, turbine casings, pipe coverings, and facility infrastructure
  • Carolina Power & Light (now Duke Energy Progress) — Power generation facilities across eastern North Carolina with documented asbestos use

Furniture Manufacturing & Tobacco Processing

North Carolina's furniture industry, centered around High Point and the western Piedmont, and its tobacco processing facilities used asbestos in factory insulation, drying equipment, and building materials.

  • High Point furniture factories — Dozens of furniture manufacturing plants with asbestos in spray booths, finishing equipment insulation, boiler rooms, and building materials
  • R.J. Reynolds (Winston-Salem) — Tobacco processing facilities with asbestos in drying equipment insulation, boiler rooms, and factory building materials
  • Liggett & Myers / Lorillard (Durham/Greensboro) — Tobacco manufacturing with asbestos in processing equipment and facility insulation
Exposure Source Type of Facility Asbestos Uses Peak Exposure Era
Cannon Mills Textile Manufacturing Machinery insulation, boiler rooms, building materials 1940s–1980s
Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base Barracks, maintenance shops, hospital, housing 1940s–1980s
Fort Liberty / Fort Bragg Army Installation Barracks, training facilities, maintenance shops 1940s–1980s
Duke Energy Plants Power Generation Boiler insulation, turbines, pipe coverings 1940s–1980s
Cherry Point MCAS Marine Corps Aviation Aircraft maintenance, hangars, base buildings 1940s–1980s
Burlington Industries Textile Manufacturing Mill infrastructure, equipment insulation 1940s–1980s
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Processing Drying equipment, boiler rooms, building materials 1940s–1970s
High Point Furniture Plants Furniture Manufacturing Finishing equipment, boiler rooms, factory insulation 1940s–1970s

This is not an exhaustive list. Hundreds of additional textile mills, manufacturing plants, and military facilities across North Carolina used asbestos-containing materials. If you worked at any North Carolina mill, military base, power plant, or industrial facility before the mid-1980s, asbestos exposure is likely. Our attorneys maintain detailed databases of North Carolina exposure sites and can investigate your specific work history as part of a free case evaluation.

Jobs in North Carolina Linked to Asbestos Exposure

Certain occupations in North Carolina carried a dramatically higher risk of asbestos exposure. Workers in these trades handled asbestos-containing materials directly, worked in environments where asbestos fibers accumulated, or were present during activities that disturbed existing asbestos insulation. If you or a family member held any of these positions at a North Carolina facility, mesothelioma risk is elevated.

Textile Mill Workers

Textile workers across North Carolina's Piedmont corridor operated, maintained, and repaired machinery that used asbestos in brake systems, clutch mechanisms, and insulation. Mill mechanics who serviced this equipment handled asbestos components directly. Workers in mill boiler rooms maintained steam systems insulated with asbestos. Even general mill workers were exposed to asbestos fibers released from deteriorating building materials and equipment insulation in poorly ventilated factory environments.

Military Personnel & Civilian Base Workers

Active-duty Marines at Camp Lejeune, soldiers at Fort Liberty, and personnel at other North Carolina military installations lived and worked in buildings constructed with asbestos-containing materials. Vehicle mechanics, facility maintenance crews, and construction workers on these bases handled asbestos in brake pads, gaskets, building insulation, and roofing materials. Civilian employees who maintained base infrastructure faced similar exposure.

Power Plant Workers

Operators, mechanics, and maintenance workers at Duke Energy and other North Carolina power plants spent entire shifts surrounded by asbestos-insulated equipment. Coal-fired power plants used asbestos in boiler insulation, turbine housings, pipe coverings, and electrical components. Maintenance workers who performed equipment overhauls disturbed deteriorating asbestos insulation, releasing concentrated fiber levels.

Pipefitters & Boilermakers

Pipefitters and boilermakers at North Carolina power plants, textile mills, and military bases installed and maintained piping systems and boilers insulated with asbestos. During turnaround maintenance and equipment overhauls, these tradespeople removed old asbestos insulation in confined spaces, creating intense fiber concentrations. Asbestos-containing gaskets, packing materials, and valve components were standard in their work.

Furniture Factory Workers

Workers in North Carolina's furniture manufacturing plants — concentrated around High Point — were exposed to asbestos in spray booth insulation, finishing equipment, boiler rooms, and factory building materials. Maintenance workers who repaired equipment and factory infrastructure were at highest risk, but production workers in poorly ventilated areas also faced cumulative asbestos exposure from deteriorating building materials.

Construction & Maintenance Workers

Construction workers who built and renovated North Carolina's mills, military bases, and commercial buildings handled asbestos-containing insulation, floor tiles, roofing materials, cement board, joint compound, and fireproofing spray. Demolition and renovation of older structures released accumulated asbestos from decades of material deterioration. Electricians, plumbers, and general contractors were all at risk.

Documenting Your North Carolina Work History

If you held any of these positions at a North Carolina 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 military service records, union records, Social Security earnings statements, coworker testimony, and facility records to build your case.

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Types of Mesothelioma Diagnosed in North Carolina

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. North Carolina's exposure profile — spanning textile mills, military bases, and power plants — produces specific patterns of mesothelioma diagnosis.

Pleural Mesothelioma (Lungs)

Pleural mesothelioma accounts for approximately 75 to 80 percent of all mesothelioma diagnoses and is the most common form seen in North Carolina 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 and eventual malignancy. Textile mill workers, military personnel, and power plant employees who inhaled asbestos dust over months or years are at the highest risk. Symptoms typically include persistent chest pain, shortness of breath, unexplained weight loss, and fluid buildup around the lungs (pleural effusion).

Early detection significantly affects treatment options and prognosis. If you worked at a North Carolina textile mill, military base, or industrial facility and are experiencing respiratory symptoms, inform your physician about your occupational asbestos exposure history. Duke University Medical Center and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center provide specialized cancer care. 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 mesothelioma diagnoses. Asbestos fibers can reach the peritoneum through ingestion or through the lymphatic system. Symptoms include abdominal pain and swelling, unexplained weight loss, bowel changes, and fluid accumulation in the abdomen.

Treatment for peritoneal mesothelioma has advanced significantly, with cytoreductive surgery combined with heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) showing improved survival rates. Regardless of the type of mesothelioma diagnosed, the same legal options — personal injury lawsuits, asbestos trust fund claims, and VA benefits for veterans — are available to North Carolina patients and their families.

Mesothelioma Treatment Centers in North Carolina

Patients diagnosed with mesothelioma in North Carolina have access to some of the nation’s leading cancer treatment facilities. These centers offer specialized thoracic oncology programs, access to clinical trials, and multidisciplinary care teams experienced in treating asbestos-related cancers. Early evaluation at a specialized center can significantly improve treatment outcomes.

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UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center

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UNC Lineberger is an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center offering advanced thoracic oncology care and participation in national mesothelioma research collaboratives.

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North Carolina Veterans & Military Asbestos Exposure

North Carolina has one of the largest military populations in the United States, and many of these service members and veterans carry asbestos exposure from their time at the state's numerous military installations. The state is home to some of the most significant military bases in the country, all of which used asbestos extensively in construction.

Camp Lejeune

Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville is the world's largest Marine Corps base, covering 246 square miles. Base buildings constructed from the 1940s through the 1970s used asbestos in barracks, maintenance shops, the naval hospital, family housing, administrative buildings, and utility infrastructure. Marines and civilian employees who lived and worked on base were exposed to asbestos in their daily environment. Camp Lejeune is also known for water contamination issues addressed by the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, but asbestos exposure at the base is a separate occupational hazard that may entitle veterans to additional compensation.

Fort Liberty (Formerly Fort Bragg)

Fort Liberty near Fayetteville is one of the largest Army installations in the world, home to the 82nd Airborne Division and U.S. Army Special Operations Command. Hundreds of buildings on post — including barracks, training facilities, motor pools, Womack Army Medical Center, and maintenance shops — were constructed with asbestos-containing materials. Soldiers and civilian employees who served at Fort Liberty over the decades were exposed to asbestos in their work and living environments.

Cherry Point MCAS & Other Installations

Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station in Havelock is the Marine Corps' largest East Coast aviation depot. Aircraft maintenance facilities, hangars, and base buildings contained asbestos. Seymour Johnson AFB, Marine Corps Base New River, and other installations across the state similarly used asbestos in construction and operations.

Veterans with military asbestos exposure 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 at no cost for service-connected conditions
  • Special Monthly Compensation — Additional VA benefits for veterans requiring aid and attendance
  • Asbestos Trust Fund Claims — Claims against trust funds of companies whose products were used in military construction
  • Personal Injury Lawsuits — Civil claims against asbestos product manufacturers

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 North Carolina veterans pursue every available source of compensation simultaneously, maximizing total recovery while ensuring no filing deadlines are missed. If you are a veteran diagnosed with mesothelioma, time is critical — both the North Carolina statute of limitations and VA filing processes have specific requirements that should be addressed promptly.

Family Members Exposed to Asbestos in North Carolina

Asbestos exposure in North Carolina did not stop at the mill gate, the base perimeter, or the plant fence. For decades, workers carried asbestos fibers home on their clothing, skin, hair, and personal items — unknowingly exposing their families to the same deadly material they encountered at work. This pattern, known as secondary or take-home exposure, has been documented in textile communities across the Piedmont and military base communities throughout the state.

How Secondary Exposure Occurred

North Carolina textile workers, military personnel, and power plant employees typically arrived home covered in dust that included asbestos fibers. Before the dangers were widely understood, standard practice was for spouses to shake out, brush off, and launder contaminated work clothes at home. This process released asbestos fibers into the household air. Children who greeted parents at the door, sat in their laps, or played near contaminated clothing were also exposed. In North Carolina's mill towns, where entire communities were built around textile operations, secondary exposure was particularly widespread.

Legal Rights of North Carolina Families

North Carolina courts recognize secondary asbestos exposure as a valid basis for mesothelioma claims. Family members who developed mesothelioma from take-home asbestos exposure have the same legal right to pursue compensation as the workers themselves. These claims can be filed against the companies that manufactured the asbestos products, the employers who failed to prevent fibers from leaving the workplace, and the asbestos trust funds established through bankruptcy proceedings.

If a spouse, child, or other family member of a North Carolina worker has been diagnosed with mesothelioma and never worked directly with asbestos, secondary exposure should be investigated. Our attorneys understand the specific evidence required to establish the connection between a worker's occupational exposure and a family member's diagnosis.

Support Groups & Resources for North Carolina 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

Research & Patient Support

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

Patient Services

Comprehensive cancer support including patient navigation, local support groups, transportation assistance, lodging programs, and 24/7 helpline.

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CancerCare

Counseling & Support

Free professional counseling, support groups, educational workshops, and financial assistance programs for cancer patients and caregivers.

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North Carolina Resources

North Carolina Cancer Prevention and Control Branch

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

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If you or a family member worked in North Carolina's textile mills, military bases, power plants, or industrial facilities, this guide explains the legal options available to you and what steps to take after a mesothelioma diagnosis.

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Steps North Carolina Families Can Take After Diagnosis

Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis is overwhelming. There is a great deal to process emotionally and medically, and legal considerations add another layer of urgency. The following steps provide a clear path forward for North Carolina families.

  1. Prioritize medical care. Your health comes first. Seek treatment from an oncologist experienced with mesothelioma. Duke University Medical Center in Durham and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem provide specialized cancer care. UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center is another leading treatment option.
  2. Document your North Carolina work history. Write down every job you held, every facility where you worked, and every trade you performed — particularly any work at textile mills, military bases, power plants, or industrial sites. Include dates, job titles, employer and contractor names, and names of coworkers who can confirm your presence.
  3. Build an exposure timeline. For each job, note specific tasks that may have involved asbestos contact: machinery maintenance, insulation work, building renovation, or proximity to these activities. If you served in the military, include your service branch, duty stations, and MOS or rating.
  4. Contact an experienced mesothelioma attorney. The North Carolina statute of limitations gives you 3 years from the date of diagnosis to file a personal injury claim and 2 years from the date of death for wrongful death. Building a strong case requires identifying asbestos product manufacturers, gathering employment records, and filing trust fund claims. Our firm provides free, no-obligation consultations and handles all cases on a contingency basis.
  5. Preserve important documents. Gather and safeguard any records that support your exposure history: old tax returns, union cards, Social Security earnings statements, military service records (DD-214), medical records, and photographs from job sites.
  6. Understand your compensation options. North Carolina mesothelioma patients may be entitled to compensation from multiple sources, including personal injury lawsuits, asbestos trust funds (over $30 billion available nationally), workers' compensation, and VA benefits for veterans. Your attorney should evaluate every option and pursue all applicable claims simultaneously.

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Our attorneys have helped families across the country through the legal process after a mesothelioma diagnosis, including cases involving North Carolina textile mills and military installations. We handle every aspect of the legal case so you can focus on your health and your family. The consultation is free, there is no obligation, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Request a free case review or call 1-800-400-1805.

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Paul Danziger has spent over 30 years representing mesothelioma patients and their families across the United States. He co-founded Danziger & De Llano, LLP with the mission of providing personal attention and aggressive advocacy that asbestos victims deserve.

Before law school, Paul earned his B.B.A. and a Master's degree in Tax Accounting from the University of Texas and worked as a CPA and tax consultant in New York. His financial and legal background gives him a distinctive ability to evaluate complex mesothelioma cases and maximize compensation for his clients.

Paul has been named a Texas Super Lawyer multiple times (2006–2009, 2014–2016, 2024) and was recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers. He is also the executive producer and co-writer of the film Puncture (starring Chris Evans), based on a real product liability case.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in North Carolina

Why does North Carolina have elevated mesothelioma risk?

North Carolina's textile industry, furniture manufacturing sector, multiple military bases, and power plants created widespread asbestos exposure across the state. According to WikiMesothelioma.com, asbestos was widely used in industrial settings including manufacturing. Textile mills used asbestos in machinery insulation and boiler rooms, while military installations like Camp Lejeune and Fort Liberty used asbestos in base construction. Duke Energy's power plants across the state added additional exposure sites. The 20-to-50-year latency period means these exposures continue to produce new diagnoses today.

Were North Carolina textile workers exposed to asbestos?

Yes. North Carolina's textile mills used asbestos in machinery insulation, brake systems on textile equipment, boiler rooms that powered steam-driven operations, and building materials in mill structures. Major operations including Cannon Mills, Burlington Industries, and Cone Mills all operated facilities with asbestos-containing materials. Workers who operated, maintained, and repaired textile machinery were routinely exposed to asbestos fibers.

Can Camp Lejeune veterans file mesothelioma claims?

Yes. Veterans who served at Camp Lejeune and were exposed to asbestos in base buildings, barracks, maintenance facilities, and equipment may qualify for VA disability compensation and civil claims against asbestos product manufacturers. Camp Lejeune is also the subject of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act addressing toxic water contamination, but asbestos exposure is a separate occupational hazard that may entitle veterans to additional compensation through trust funds and lawsuits.

What is the statute of limitations for mesothelioma in North Carolina?

North Carolina allows 3 years from the date of diagnosis to file a personal injury lawsuit for mesothelioma, and 2 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim. North Carolina 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.

Do North Carolina veterans qualify for additional benefits?

Yes. Veterans who served at Camp Lejeune, Fort Liberty, Cherry Point MCAS, Seymour Johnson AFB, or other North Carolina installations and were exposed to asbestos may qualify for VA disability compensation, VA healthcare, and special monthly compensation — in addition to civil lawsuits and asbestos trust fund claims. Our attorneys help veterans pursue all available compensation sources simultaneously.

Can family members of North Carolina workers file mesothelioma claims?

Yes. Family members who developed mesothelioma from secondary (take-home) asbestos exposure have legal standing to file their own claims. North Carolina textile workers, military personnel, and power plant employees frequently carried asbestos fibers home on their clothing. In mill towns across the Piedmont, where many families depended on textile employment, secondary exposure was particularly common. Compensation is available through lawsuits, trust funds, and settlements.

This page was last reviewed and updated on by the legal team at Danziger & De Llano, LLP.

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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