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Asbestos Exposure & Lung Cancer in Mississippi

Thousands of Mississippi workers spent their careers in shipyards, oil refineries, and industrial plants, breathing in asbestos fibers they were never warned about. Decades later, some are dealing with asbestos-related illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma.

Mississippi had one of the highest rates of annual lung cancer diagnoses at 68.7 per 100,000, trailing only Kentucky and West Virginia, according to the American Lung Association. The state's own legislature has formally acknowledged the role asbestos plays in that toll.

“Asbestos is a mineral that was widely used for insulation, fireproofing, and other purposes. Exposure to asbestos has been causally associated with mesothelioma and lung cancer, as well as nonmalignant conditions such as asbestosis.”
– Mississippi’s Asbestos Transparency Trust Act (MS HB1426)

At least 1,104 Mississippi residents passed away from asbestos lung cancer between 1999 and 2017, according to the Environmental Working Group.

Our Mississippi lung cancer lawyers can help families seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and more. While the average lung cancer payout is around $100,000, some of our clients have received over $1 Million.

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Who Can File a Lung Cancer Lawsuit in Mississippi?

You may be able to file a Mississippi lung cancer lawsuit if you or a loved one was diagnosed with this cancer after being exposed to asbestos.

Those who may qualify to take legal action include:

• Lung cancer patients
• Their immediate family members
• The representative of a patient’s estate

Lung cancer patients with a history of smoking may still be eligible for compensation from any asbestos-related companies that played a role in their illness.

”Smoking can cause lung cancer. So can exposure to asbestos. Tobacco smoke and asbestos actually operate with a synergistic effect, meaning that your likelihood of developing cancer is multiplied if you’re a smoker who was exposed to asbestos.”
– Ricky LeBlanc, Managing Attorney at Sokolove Law

If your loved one has already passed away from lung cancer, you may be able to seek justice on their behalf by filing an asbestos claim after their death.

How a Mississippi Lung Cancer Attorney Can Help

Investigating whether asbestos played a role in your lung cancer diagnosis may seem overwhelming, but you don’t have to fight this battle on your own.

Our Mississippi lung cancer attorneys can take on that burden for you by:

• Reviewing your work history and potential sources of asbestos exposure
• Identifying manufacturers and companies that may be responsible for your illness
• Gathering evidence and documentation to support your claim
• Handling the legal process while you focus on your health and family
• Seeking compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages

The vast majority of asbestos claims we handle result in compensation without clients having to travel or go to court.

Call (800) 647-3434 now to see if our Mississippi lung cancer attorneys may be able to fight for your family.

“Hiring Sokolove Law was the smartest thing we ever did. Filing the lawsuit was easy because the firm made it easy. We didn’t have to do anything.”
– John, Asbestos Exposure Victim & Firm Client

Statute of Limitations on Mississippi Lung Cancer Claims

In Mississippi, you only have a limited amount of time to take legal action for an asbestos lung cancer diagnosis due to laws called the statute of limitations.

The statute of limitations on Mississippi lung cancer claims is 3 years after your diagnosis, according to Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-49. If a loved one has passed away from lung cancer, their family has 3 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim, per Miss. Code Ann. § 11-7-13.

Once this deadline expires, you may lose your chance to take legal action and pursue compensation. It’s important to contact a Mississippi lung cancer attorney as soon as possible.

Our Mississippi Lung Cancer Settlements & Verdicts

At Sokolove Law, we’ve secured more than $5.9 Billion for clients with lung cancer and other asbestos-related diseases, including for families in Mississippi.

Some of our past asbestos lung cancer settlements and verdicts include: 

• $760,000 for a Hattiesburg lung cancer patient who was exposed to asbestos in boiler rooms
• $1.6 Million to a plumber and his wife who were both diagnosed with lung cancer
• $1 Million for a master electrician
• $912,000 to a non-small cell lung cancer patient
• $2.18 Million for a Batesville plant worker with pleural mesothelioma
• $825,000 to a steel mill worker
• $1.49 Million for a U.S. Air Force veteran in Vicksburg with mesothelioma
• $757,000 to a steelworker with asbestos lung cancer
• $809,000 for a stage 4 lung cancer patient
• $3.63 Million to a Picayune welder with mesothelioma
• $902,000 for the brother of a construction worker with non-small cell lung cancer

Payouts from a lung cancer lawsuit come from the companies that made or sold asbestos-containing products. Many of these companies knew about the risks but chose to stay silent.

“Manufacturers of asbestos-containing products put profits ahead of people and didn’t inform workers of these dangers.”
– Jim Sokolove, Firm Founder (Retired 2013)

While there’s never a guarantee of compensation in any case, we’ll fight hard to get you everything you’re entitled to. Contact our Mississippi lung cancer law firm now to see if you may be eligible for compensation.

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Mississippi Lung Cancer Compensation Options

Patients in Mississippi and their families may be able to secure lung cancer compensation from multiple options, including legal claims and benefits for veterans.

Mississippi lung cancer compensation options include: 

• Asbestos trust funds: An estimated $30 Billion is still available in asbestos trusts, which were created by bankrupt companies to avoid lawsuits. Trust fund claims can be filed from the comfort of your home.
• Lung cancer lawsuits: While lung cancer lawsuits award $100,000 on average, we’ve secured more than $1 Million for some clients. Many patients start receiving payouts in as few as 90 days.
• VA benefits: If you developed lung cancer from military asbestos exposure, you may be eligible for monthly payments worth over $3,930. Our VA-accredited attorneys can help you get a 100% disability rating and access the benefits you deserve.

Compensation can help families with medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses. Our Mississippi lung cancer lawyers can determine all of the options you qualify for and pursue payouts from each one to maximize your total results.

Mississippi Work Sites with Asbestos

Over 840 job sites in Mississippi have used asbestos at some point, putting countless workers and their families at risk of exposure to this dangerous mineral.

Mississippi work sites linked to asbestos include: 

• American Potash & Chemical Corporation
• Anderson Tully Lumber Company
• Armstrong Tire & Rubber
• Babcock & Wilcox
• Baxter Wilson Power Plant
• Buckeye Cotton Oil Company
• Chevron Oil
• Delta Brick & Tile
• General Electric Company
• Georgia Pacific Corporation
• Gulf Port Navy Base
• Greenville Air Force Base
• Gulley Warehouse
• Hercules Chemical Company
• Hood Lumber Co.
• Ingalls Shipbuilding
• International Paper Company
• Johns Manville
• Keesler Air Force Base
• Mississippi Chemical Corporation
• Mississippi Power & Light
• Shook & Fletcher

These aren’t the only Mississippi sites where asbestos was present. If you or a loved one developed an asbestos-related illness like lung cancer or mesothelioma, you may be eligible for compensation.

With our experienced team of investigators and a warehouse of evidence on asbestos-containing products, we can work to prove your exposure history — even if it took place decades ago or you don’t remember where it happened.

Asbestos Exposure at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Mississippi

Founded in 1938 on the east bank of the Pascagoula River, Ingalls Shipbuilding grew from a commercial shipyard into one of the most important naval contractors in the United States — and it became a primary source of asbestos exposure for many Mississippi residents.

By 1994, more than 3,100 former Ingalls workers had filed asbestos lawsuits against the shipyard.

In the case of Overly v. Ingalls Shipbuilding (1999), court records showed that Ingalls representatives attended a 1942 U.S. Maritime Commission meeting on the hazards of asbestos at shipyards, but they failed to warn workers about these risks.

Mississippi Lung Cancer Lawsuit Updates & News

Asbestos lung cancer lawsuits continue to move forward in Mississippi as victims and their families seek justice for decades of exposure at the state's shipyards, steel mills, and industrial facilities.

Find out more about Mississippi lung cancer lawsuit updates and news:

• Asbestos was removed from aging facilities at Mississippi Valley State University before the buildings were demolished, underscoring the fact that the risk of lung cancer from asbestos exposure remains present in older buildings across the state.
• A Mississippi woman was awarded $3.85 Million after her husband was exposed to asbestos at work and passed away from lung cancer.
• Multiple major asbestos-related companies agreed to a $160 Million settlement for victims with illnesses like lung cancer. The case involved at least 246 Mississippi residents.

Some of these cases have resulted in significant verdicts and settlements, helping families recover compensation for medical bills, lost income, and more. Find out more about Mississippi asbestos lung cancer lawsuit news and updates.

$3.85 Million Mississippi Lung Cancer Verdict

From 1966 to the 1980s, Larry Smith worked in the drilling industry in Mississippi. In this role, he was repeatedly exposed to drilling mud additives that were nearly 100% asbestos, according to court documents.

Smith developed lung cancer and passed away just 3 months later. His wife filed a Mississippi lung cancer lawsuit against the companies responsible for his exposure, including Union Carbide, Montello, and Chevron Phillips.

After a 3-week trial, a jury awarded his estate $3.85 Million, finding that the defendants' asbestos-containing drilling products were the main cause of his lung cancer — even though he was also a heavy smoker.

$160 Million Asbestos Settlement in Mississippi Courts

A group of 18 asbestos-related companies agreed to settle 2 major personal injury lawsuits filed in Mississippi state court, David Cosey v. E.D. Bullard and LeRoy Rankin Jr. v. A-Bex Corporation. In total, the asbestos lawsuits involved nearly 4,000 plaintiffs from 5 states.

The cases had migrated to Mississippi in part because, at the time, juries there rarely ruled against claimants in product liability cases. Lawyers were also able to bring in thousands of out-of-state plaintiffs once a single Mississippi resident filed suit, per the New York Times.

Out of all of the plaintiffs, 246 were Mississippi residents with serious illnesses who received $263,000 each, according to the Sun Sentinel.

Let Our Asbestos Lung Cancer Lawyers in Mississippi Fight for You

At Sokolove Law, our lung cancer lawyers in Mississippi have over 45 years of experience helping families seek justice from asbestos lawsuits.

Our goal is to handle every aspect of a lung cancer claim on your behalf, so you can focus on what matters most — your health and your loved ones.

We’ve secured more than $5.9 Billion for victims impacted by lung cancer and other asbestos-related diseases.

There are no upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our Mississippi lung cancer lawyers. We only get paid if you do.

Call (800) 647-3434 now or fill out our contact form to see if we can fight for the compensation you deserve.

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