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Our Texas Mesothelioma Lawsuit Settlements & Verdicts

Texas mesothelioma lawsuits award between $1 Million and $11.4 Million on average, depending on whether your case ends in an out-of-court settlement or a trial verdict.

Our experienced mesothelioma lawyers have secured more than $5.5 Billion total for asbestos exposure victims, including over $286 Million for families in Texas.

Our past Texas mesothelioma settlements and verdicts include:

• $6.71 Million for a Houston IC electrician at various shipyards
• $6.59 Million to an oil field worker in Houston with peritoneal mesothelioma
• $5.99 Million for a San Angelo man with mesothelioma
• $4.81 Million to a Lampasas mother in the end stages of mesothelioma
• $3.81 Million for a Sandia insulator with pleural mesothelioma
• $3.79 Million to a Spring Branch son on behalf of his mother, who passed away from mesothelioma
• $3.59 Million for a Seabrook asbestos worker and U.S. Army veteran with mesothelioma
• $3.54 Million to a U.S. Navy veteran in Lake Jackson with pleural mesothelioma
• $3.42 Million for a Livingston Gunner's Mate in the U.S. Navy
• $2.95 Million to a San Antonio operator
• $2.93 Million for a Spring trucker with pleural mesothelioma
• $2.93 Million to a Denison veteran of the U.S. Army
• $2.92 Million for a Spring chemical worker diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma during a hernia surgery
• $2.87 Million to a Colleyville railroad worker with pleural mesothelioma
• $2.76 Million for a Canyon body work mechanic
• $2.66 Million to a Streetman family affected by mesothelioma
• $1.99 Million for a machinist in Odessa
• $2.2 Million to a Texas ship superintendent from South Africa
• $1.97 Million for a cement mason in Stephenville
• $2.87 Million to a Corpus Christi welder, aircraft mechanic, and U.S. Navy veteran
• $3.38 Million for a Hilltop Lakes office worker
• $6 Million to a Kirbyville papermill worker

This compensation comes from companies that knew about the hazards of asbestos exposure but failed to properly warn workers, consumers, and the public in order to keep lining their pockets.

While there’s never a guarantee of compensation, our Texas asbestos attorneys will fight hard to access the largest payout as quickly as possible. Many of our clients start receiving compensation within 90 days of contacting us.

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Who Can Our Texas Mesothelioma Law Firm Help?

Generally speaking, law firms for mesothelioma in Texas can assist those exposed to asbestos who have since been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness.

Your attorney can work to link your diagnosis to the asbestos products you came in contact with using employment records, witness testimony, and more.

Our mesothelioma law firm in Texas can help:

• Patients with illnesses like mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis
• Family members such as spouses and children of the patient
• Estate representatives in the case of wrongful death

"Our primary role in the very beginning stages of a mesothelioma lawsuit is to be detectives. We have to find products that were around the victim during the time of their exposure to asbestos."
– Jim Sokolove, Founder (Retired 2013)

Even if you're not sure how or when you were exposed, our Texas mesothelioma attorneys may still be able to help. We have the resources to prove asbestos exposure and identify the companies to blame for your illness.

Texas Mesothelioma Statute of Limitations

Statutes of limitations are state laws that set strict deadlines for filing a mesothelioma personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit.

The Texas mesothelioma statute of limitations gives families 2 years after the date of a diagnosis or a loved one's passing to file a mesothelioma lawsuit, according to Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.003(a) and (b).

If you miss this window, you could lose your right to file an asbestos lawsuit and pursue compensation. Taking action sooner may help protect your legal rights and preserve access to financial support.

Call (800) 647-3434 right now for help determining your eligibility to file a Texas mesothelioma lawsuit. It costs nothing to speak with us.

Filing Texas Mesothelioma Lawsuits: What Families Can Expect

When families decide to file a mesothelioma lawsuit, they typically follow a series of steps to identify the source of asbestos exposure, gather strong evidence, and seek compensation from the companies responsible.

Most mesothelioma lawsuits are resolved through settlements, meaning many families are able to recover compensation without ever having to go to trial or appear in court.

Filing an asbestos lawsuit in Texas generally involves:

• Contacting an asbestos attorney
• Gathering evidence to prove exposure
• Filing the claim in the best court for your case
• Negotiating a settlement that provides maximum compensation
• Representing you in court, if necessary

When you work with Sokolove Law, our mesothelioma attorneys can handle every step of the legal process for your family. Learn more about how filing a Texas mesothelioma lawsuit works.

1. Find the Best Mesothelioma Lawyer Near You

At Sokolove Law, our Texas mesothelioma attorneys offer free legal consultations to determine if you may be able to file a claim.

During your consultation, we’ll ask about your work history, military service, and other potential sources of asbestos exposure to help identify when and where your exposure may have occurred.

If you have a case, our team can travel to meet with you at home, in the hospital, or at another convenient location at no cost to you.

We understand how overwhelming a mesothelioma diagnosis can be, especially as medical bills and other expenses begin to add up. That’s why we work quickly to begin investigating cases and are often able to get started within 24 hours of your initial call.

“I was shocked at how fast Sokolove Law called me. Two days later, they were meeting with me at my house. I was in a mild shock, but it was a good shock.”
– Dennis, Firm Mesothelioma Client

2. We’ll Gather Evidence to Build Your Case

Because mesothelioma can develop 20 to 50 years after asbestos exposure, it can be difficult for families to identify exactly which products or companies were responsible.

Fortunately, Sokolove Law has spent decades investigating mesothelioma cases and building extensive databases of evidence related to:

• Asbestos-containing products
• Companies linked to asbestos
• Known asbestos exposure sites

Our experience and investigative resources help us identify where exposure likely occurred, determine which companies may be responsible, and build the strongest case possible on your behalf.

3. File Texas Asbestos Exposure Claims

Working with an experienced legal team can help make the asbestos claims process less overwhelming. A Texas mesothelioma lawyer can help ensure important deadlines are met, paperwork is properly filed, and your case is positioned as strongly as possible from the start.

Patients and families may qualify to pursue compensation from mesothelioma lawsuits against asbestos product manufacturers, asbestos trust fund claims involving bankrupt companies, and VA benefits claims for veterans exposed during military service.

When you work with Sokolove Law, our team will explore every potential path to compensation to help maximize the financial recovery available to your family.

4. Negotiate Mesothelioma Settlements

Your asbestos attorney in Texas will work to negotiate a mesothelioma settlement with the asbestos-related companies that played a role in your illness. The average settlement for this cancer is over $1 Million.

Asbestos cases involve 75 defendants on average, and you may qualify for a payout from each one.

Almost all mesothelioma cases end in settlements, which can help families receive much-needed financial support more quickly and with less hassle.

"Our clients could receive compensation in as few as 6 weeks. The more likelihood is 2 or 3 months, and then you'll probably continue receiving various compensation for another year."
– Ricky LeBlanc, Managing Attorney of Sokolove Law

5. TX Mesothelioma Attorneys Fight for You

If a company refuses to agree to a settlement, the case may proceed to trial. Both sides present evidence and arguments before a judge and jury, who then decide whether asbestos exposure tied to the company contributed to the illness and what compensation should be awarded.

Past Texas mesothelioma verdicts include:

• $130 Million for 5 workers diagnosed with asbestosis and asbestos-related cancers
• $18.6 Million to the family of a Tyler tire plant worker who passed away from mesothelioma after decades of alleged asbestos exposure at a Goodyear facility
• $11 Million for a Texas union painter diagnosed with mesothelioma
• $9.3 Million to the family of an East Texas man who died from mesothelioma linked to asbestos-containing joint compounds.

Our Texas mesothelioma trial attorneys have the experience and resources needed to build strong, evidence-backed cases that can stand up in court and fight for the compensation families deserve.

Understanding the Texas Asbestos MDL

Texas operates its own state-level multidistrict litigation (MDL) system specifically for asbestos and silica cases, separate from the federal courts.

The Texas Legislature built the 6-month deadline into the statute because mesothelioma is aggressive and moves fast — and the legal system needs to move faster. Without an expedited pathway, many patients would not live to see their cases resolved.

Our Texas Mesothelioma Lawyers Maximize Your Payouts

At Sokolove Law, our team has helped over 9,300 asbestos exposure clients nationwide, securing more than $5.5 Billion total. We know how to fight for the maximum compensation possible on behalf of families.

Our attorneys for mesothelioma in Texas can help clients prove asbestos exposure and seek compensation from every possible source.

Sources of mesothelioma compensation include:

• Mesothelioma lawsuits
• Asbestos trust funds
• Veterans benefits

Not every law firm has the experience or resources to pursue compensation through all available avenues. By thoroughly investigating your exposure and building the strongest case possible, we work to secure full compensation.

Texas Mesothelioma Lawsuits

Mesothelioma lawsuits award between $1 Million and $11.4 Million on average, depending on whether your case results in a settlement or goes to trial. These claims are filed against the companies that made, sold, or distributed the asbestos-containing products that made you sick.

Our mesothelioma attorneys in Texas can help:

• Identify the asbestos-containing materials you were exposed to
• Hold the companies that made or sold those products accountable
• Pursue compensation that can help cover treatments and provide financial stability

More than 99% of mesothelioma lawsuits are resolved through settlements, meaning many of our clients recover compensation without ever having to go to court.

Our Texas mesothelioma attorneys can also help families file an asbestos claim after the loss of a loved one.

Asbestos Trust Fund Claims

Dozens of asbestos-related companies sought bankruptcy protection instead of facing the lawsuits filed against them. However, these companies were ordered to create asbestos trust funds to pay current and future mesothelioma victims.

You may be able to access asbestos trust fund compensation from all the trusts you qualify for — without leaving the comfort of your own home.

Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans

If you or your loved one developed mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure during military service, you may be able to file a claim for VA benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Mesothelioma has a 100% disability rating, meaning veterans with this cancer are often eligible for over $3,930 a month in compensation and free health care.

Our VA-accredited lawyers can help with your claim, even if you have been denied VA benefits in the past. Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit won't impact your VA claim.

Texas Mesothelioma Lawsuit News 2026

Texas mesothelioma lawsuits continue to move forward as families seek accountability. Courts across the state have heard claims involving workers, veterans, and consumers who were exposed to dangerous asbestos fibers through industrial products, job sites, and other sources.

Many of these cases have resulted in substantial verdicts and settlements, helping families recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. Texas asbestos lawsuit news can help families better understand their options.

Here are some of the latest Texas asbestos and mesothelioma lawsuit updates:

• February 2026: The U.S. Department of Labor ordered two Houston construction companies to pay more than $200,000 and reinstate workers who were allegedly fired after raising asbestos safety concerns during Hurricane Beryl hotel repairs.
• March 2025: A Houston federal bankruptcy court dismissed Johnson & Johnson's third attempt to use the "Texas Two-Step" — a loophole rooted in Texas corporate law — to shield itself from asbestos and mesothelioma claims.
• May 2024: A Dallas County jury awarded $500,000 to the family of a former Texas refinery worker who developed mesothelioma after alleged asbestos exposure at a refinery in Tyler.
• February 2024: Texas-based Brazos Urethane agreed to pay a $300,000 penalty and enter a federal compliance program after being accused of illegally dumping asbestos-containing roofing waste tied to a prison project and concealing the contamination from regulators.
• November 2020: A jury awarded more than $10.3 Million to a Texas mesothelioma patient exposed to raw asbestos while working at the Port of New Orleans in the 1960s.
• August 2017: The mayor of Arp notified residents that high levels of asbestos were found in the city's drinking water. The maximum contaminant level for asbestos is 7 MFL based on a running annual average, but in parts of Arp, the levels were as high as 13 MFL, according to the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality.
• September 2014: After a tire plant worker in Tyler died from mesothelioma after decades of alleged asbestos exposure at a Goodyear facility, a Dallas jury awarded his family $18.6 Million.
• November 2012: The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) confirmed that workers in Houston were unknowingly exposed to asbestos while fixing the city’s water mains. The pipe was made of 35% asbestos (25% chrysotile asbestos and 10% crocidolite asbestos), according to the Scientific Analytical Institute.
• March 2011: A jury awarded $9 Million to the family of a worker who developed mesothelioma after alleged asbestos exposure at a Dow Chemical facility.
• March 2010: A Dallas jury awarded nearly $11 Million to a Texas mesothelioma patient and his wife in a lawsuit involving asbestos-containing paint and construction products.
• March 2005: Mesothelioma lawyers in Dallas, TX secured $9.3 Million for the family of an East Texas victim in a case involving alleged asbestos exposure from Georgia-Pacific joint compounds.
• February 2002: The A.P. Green Fire Brick Company of Texas was linked to asbestos exposure in steel mills, refineries, and chemical plants in the state. The company filed for bankruptcy in 2002 and established a $901 Million APG Asbestos Trust to compensate claimants.
• September 2001: A Texas jury awarded $130 Million to 5 workers diagnosed with asbestosis and asbestos-related cancers.
• February 2001: In the first federal asbestos prosecution in Texas, a Houston property owner was convicted of Clean Air Act violations after illegally directing undocumented workers to remove asbestos from the abandoned Alief General Hospital without required safety protections or government notification.
• September 1973: In Borel v. Fibreboard Paper Products (1973), a landmark Texas asbestos case, helped establish the legal foundation for modern mesothelioma and asbestos lawsuits nationwide.

These developments show that asbestos exposure remains a serious public health and legal issue across Texas, with courts and regulatory agencies continuing to hold companies accountable. If your family has been affected by mesothelioma, our Texas asbestos lawyers are ready to fight hard for you.

Johnson & Johnson's 'Texas Two-Step' Bankruptcy Strategy Fails

In March 2025, a federal bankruptcy court in Houston rejected Johnson & Johnson's third attempt to use a legal maneuver known as the "Texas Two-Step" to resolve tens of thousands of talc-related asbestos claims outside the jury system.

The "Texas Two-Step" refers to a strategy rooted in Texas corporate law: A company facing legal claims creates a shell subsidiary, transfers their liabilities into that entity, and immediately files for bankruptcy under the name while the financially healthy parent company continues operating.

J&J had attempted the maneuver in 2021 and 2023, and both filings were dismissed by federal appeals courts on the grounds that a financially stable company had no legitimate basis for bankruptcy protection.

$500,000 Texas Mesothelioma Lawsuit Verdict

In May 2024, a Dallas County jury awarded $500,000 to the family of a former Texas refinery worker who died after developing malignant mesothelioma. The lawsuit alleged the man was exposed to asbestos while working for decades at the La Gloria Oil and Gas Refinery in Tyler.

The victim allegedly worked at the refinery from 1958 until his retirement in 1998 and was allegedly exposed to asbestos-containing materials throughout much of his career. Jurors found Tyler MD Holdings, formerly known as La Gloria Oil and Gas, liable for the exposure.

Texas Mesothelioma Patient Awarded $10.3 Million

A Louisiana jury awarded more than $10.3 Million to a Texas mesothelioma patient after finding multiple companies responsible for exposing him to asbestos while working as a longshoreman at the Port of New Orleans in the 1960s.

According to trial testimony, the victim regularly unloaded burlap bags filled with raw asbestos cargo, which often tore open and released dangerous asbestos dust into ship holds and nearby work areas. He was also exposed secondhand while helping his mother wash his father’s asbestos-covered work clothes.

The jury found that several stevedoring and shipping companies substantially contributed to the man's mesothelioma.

$18.6 Million Texas Mesothelioma Verdict Against Goodyear

A Dallas County jury awarded $18.6 Million to the family of a former tire builder who developed mesothelioma after decades of alleged asbestos exposure at a Goodyear plant in Tyler. Jurors found Goodyear negligent for failing to protect workers from dangerous asbestos fibers at the facility.

According to trial testimony, the victim worked for about 30 years at the Kelly-Springfield Tire Co. plant, a Goodyear subsidiary, where he was regularly exposed to asbestos from machinery and asbestos-wrapped pipes throughout the facility.

Texas mesothelioma attorneys claimed the company ignored established OSHA asbestos safety standards despite knowing the risks associated with asbestos exposure. The verdict included $15 Million in punitive damages.

$9 Million Texas Asbestos Lawsuit Verdict

A Texas jury awarded $9 Million to the family of a worker who developed mesothelioma after alleged asbestos exposure at a Dow Chemical facility. The lawsuit claimed the worker was exposed to asbestos-containing insulation products while working as a contract employee at one of Dow's chemical plants in Texas.

Texas mesothelioma lawyers argued that Dow knew for decades about the risks associated with asbestos but continued allowing workers to be exposed. Internal company documents allegedly discussed the connection between asbestos and mesothelioma.

$11 Million Texas Mesothelioma Verdict

A Texas jury awarded nearly $11 Million to a mesothelioma patient in a Texas asbestos lawsuit. The 67-year-old union painter from Dallas reportedly developed mesothelioma after years of working with building materials contaminated with asbestos.

Testimony linked the man's exposure to texturing paints, drywall compounds, and block fillers during the construction of homes, strip malls, and skyscrapers across Texas. Some of the products were later banned by the Consumer Products Safety Commission in 1978 due to safety concerns.

Companies that shared fault for the man's mesothelioma include Kelly-Moore, Union Carbide, Georgia-Pacific, and Bondex. All except Bondex reached mesothelioma settlements prior to trial.

$9.3 Million in Texas Mesothelioma Lawsuit Verdict

A Dallas jury awarded $9.3 Million to the family of an East Texas man who died from mesothelioma after reportedly being exposed to asbestos as a child and teenager. He was diagnosed with mesothelioma in 2003 and died less than a year later at age 41, according to reports.

During the trial, the victim's mesothelioma lawyers in Dallas, TX claimed the victim worked alongside his father in the 1960s and 1970s and regularly used asbestos-containing products, including joint compounds manufactured by Georgia-Pacific.

Georgia-Pacific allegedly knew about the dangers of asbestos as early as 1967 but continued selling asbestos-containing materials for years afterward. The mesothelioma verdict included $3 Million for actual losses and $6.2 Million in punitive damages.

$130 Million Texas Asbestos Lawsuit Verdict

An Orange County, Texas jury awarded $130 Million to 5 former U.S. Pipe workers in Bell v. Dresser Industries, an asbestos exposure lawsuit heard before Judge Patrick Clark.

The victims, who worked at a U.S. Pipe plant in Alabama, were diagnosed with asbestos-related illnesses after years of exposure. All 5 developed asbestosis, while several were also diagnosed with lung cancer and colon cancer.

Two of the victims later died from their illnesses, and their families were able to continue the asbestos claims on their behalf.

Landmark Texas Asbestos Case Changed Mesothelioma Litigation Nationwide

Texas played a historic role in asbestos litigation history through Borel v. Fibreboard Paper Products (5th Cir. 1973), the landmark case that helped establish modern asbestos products liability law in the United States.

The lawsuit was filed in the Eastern District of Texas on behalf of Clarence Borel, a Beaumont-area insulation worker who developed asbestosis and mesothelioma after years of occupational exposure.

The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Borel and held Johns-Manville and other asbestos-related companies responsible for failing to warn workers about the dangers of asbestos exposure.

The decision paved the way for thousands of future mesothelioma and asbestos injury lawsuits. Today, Borel remains one of the most influential asbestos cases in U.S. legal history, with virtually every modern asbestos lawsuit tracing part of its legal framework back to this groundbreaking Texas case.

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Types of Texas Asbestos Lawyers

Texas asbestos attorneys handle a variety of cases involving asbestos exposure and related illnesses. Depending on your diagnosis and exposure details, different asbestos lawyers in Texas may be able to seek compensation and accountability on your behalf.

Our asbestos cancer lawyers in Texas can assist with cases involving mesothelioma, lung cancer, secondary asbestos exposure, talcum powder, and more.

Mesothelioma Lawyers in Texas

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused only by exposure to asbestos fibers. Our Texas mesothelioma lawyers can look into your work history and other potential sources of exposure to identify the companies responsible.

Over 190 new mesothelioma cases are diagnosed throughout Texas each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Our team can seek compensation from multiple sources, including mesothelioma lawsuits, asbestos trust fund claims, and VA benefits to help cover medical bills, lost income, and other costs.

Texas Mesothelioma Wrongful Death Lawyers

If a patient dies before filing an asbestos claim or before their case is resolved, their surviving family members or estate representative may still be able to bring a claim with the help of our Texas mesothelioma wrongful death lawyers.

More than 15,348 Texas residents have passed away from asbestos-related diseases, as reported by the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Texas recorded 2,106 asbestosis deaths between 1999 and 2018, the highest of any state in the country.

Wrongful death claims can help families recover compensation for funeral expenses and loss of companionship, helping them work toward closure after the death of a loved one.

Texas Lung Cancer Lawyers

Asbestos exposure can also cause lung cancer, especially in workers exposed to the toxic fibers over long periods. Thousands of job sites statewide resulted in workers being exposed.

In Texas, the rate of new lung cancer cases is slightly lower than the national average, with 45.5 cases per 100,000 people compared to 52.8 per 100,000 people nationwide, according to the American Lung Association.

Our Texas lung cancer lawyers help victims determine whether exposure may have played a role in their diagnosis and seek compensation and justice from those responsible.

Texas Talcum Powder Lawyers

Many talcum powder products have been known to contain microscopic asbestos fibers, which can increase the risk of mesothelioma, ovarian cancer, and other serious illnesses.

Our Texas talcum powder lawyers can help those impacted by contaminated talc products file claims against manufacturers that failed to adequately warn consumers about asbestos risks.

Texas Secondary Asbestos Exposure Lawyers

Secondary asbestos exposure occurs when workers unknowingly bring asbestos fibers home on their clothing, skin, or equipment, putting family members in the line of danger.

Our Texas secondary asbestos exposure lawyers can help spouses, children, and other family members seek compensation if they developed mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease secondhand.

Asbestos Exposure in Texas & Mesothelioma Statistics

Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer caused by asbestos. It can occur after a single exposure or after decades of prolonged exposure. It’s not uncommon for it to take decades for the signs of an asbestos-related disease to first appear.

In Texas, thousands of job sites were known to use asbestos. Asbestos statistics in Texas show that the toxic mineral remains a serious public health threat across the Lone Star State.

Texas asbestos exposure and mesothelioma statistics include:

• In 2022, 191 new mesothelioma cases were reported in Texas, along with 161 mesothelioma-related deaths, according to the CDC.
• From 1999 to 2017, more than 15,340 asbestos-related deaths were recorded in Texas, with 2,012 linked to asbestosis, 2,688 to mesothelioma, and 10,752 to lung cancer, according to the EWG.
• During this period, Harris County saw about 2,124 asbestos-related deaths, followed by Dallas County with 842, Tarrant County with 750, Jefferson County with 697, Bexar County with 634, and El Paso County with 426.
• Texas recorded 3.3 asbestos-related deaths per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the nationwide average of 4.9. That lower rate reflects Texas's large population, not lower industrial risk. The case count still places Texas in the top 5 states nationally.
• Marion County had the state's highest asbestos-related death rate at 22.2, followed by Orange County at 21.3, and Tyler County at 20.8.
• From 1999 to 2018, Texas recorded more asbestosis deaths than any other state in the country, with 2,106 total deaths, according to CDC data.
• The Texas DSHS confirms asbestos-related diseases take 20 to 50 years to develop after exposure. Workers employed in Texas refineries, shipyards, and chemical plants during the peak industrial decades of the 1960s through 1980s may be at risk today.
• In Texas, men are over 2 times more likely to be diagnosed with mesothelioma than women, per CDC data.

Many Texas residents were directly exposed to asbestos while working in industries such as construction, shipbuilding, manufacturing, and public infrastructure, where asbestos-containing materials were widely used for decades.

Texas Asbestos Exposure Sites

At one time, nearly 6,650 job sites in Texas were linked to asbestos — more than in most other states — driven by the Gulf Coast's concentration of oil refineries, petrochemical plants, and shipyards that relied heavily on asbestos for insulation and fireproofing throughout the mid-20th century.

Phillips Petroleum, Monsanto, Kelly Air Force Base, Union Carbide, and Dow Chemical are among the companies with the most job sites tied to asbestos exposure throughout the state.

Other known asbestos exposure sites around Texas include:

• Allied Chemical Corp./Union Texas Petroleum
• Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation
• Anheuser Busch
• Babcock & Wilcox
• Bell Helicopter Corp.
• Bestwall Gypsum Company
• Brown & Root
• Campbell Soup Company
• Celanese Chemical Company
• Celotex Corp.
• Frito-Lay, Incorporated
• General Motors
• Houston Lighting & Power
• Johns Manville
• Lone Star Steel Company
• Mobil Oil Company
• Monsanto Chemical Company
• Owens Corning
• Raybestos Division
• Shell Oil Company
• Texas Power & Light Company
• W.R. Grace

These are just a few workplaces in Texas where asbestos has been found. However, this list does not reflect the current conditions of these job sites. Many have since removed all asbestos-containing materials.

Use our free asbestos exposure job site database to see if you may have been exposed to asbestos while at work.

An asbestos attorney in Texas can help determine if you may have been at risk of exposure at any of these sites.

Asbestos Laws in Texas

Texas has strict laws that regulate the handling, removal, and disposal of asbestos to safeguard workers and residents. However, there is no legislation on legacy asbestos, so the carcinogen may still be present in older structures.

Key Texas asbestos laws and regulations include:

• Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) – Asbestos Program: Oversees asbestos licensing, accreditation, training, inspections, and notification requirements for asbestos-related work in public buildings across Texas. The agency also enforces portions of the Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules (TAHPR).
• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) – Asbestos NESHAP Enforcement: Enforces federal asbestos air quality regulations under the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), including demolition and renovation notification requirements and work practices designed to minimize airborne asbestos exposure.
• Texas Health & Safety Code and Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules (TAHPR): Require proper handling, reporting, abatement, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials to help protect workers, building occupants, and the public from hazardous asbestos exposure.

Local boards of health may also enact laws to regulate conditions that could affect public health or safety, including asbestos-related hazards.

Sokolove Law: Top Mesothelioma Lawyers in Texas

At Sokolove Law, we understand how overwhelming a mesothelioma diagnosis can be for both patients and their families. Our team is here to put decades of experience, resources, and investigative tools behind your fight for justice and compensation.

For more than 45 years, we’ve helped families across the country, including throughout Texas, pursue accountability from asbestos companies, recovering over $5.5 Billion total nationwide.

There are no upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our Texas mesothelioma lawyers. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you, so there's no financial risk to taking legal action.

Call us at (800) 647-3434 right now or fill out our contact form for a free case review. Our team is standing by 24/7 to answer your questions and discuss how we may be able to help.

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