Arizona Mesothelioma Information

The State of Arizona is growing rapidly, with a population that now ranks as the sixteenth largest in the United States. The "Grand Canyon State" is also emerging as an economic power. While farming and raising cattle still contribute substantially to Arizona's economy, the state has also developed strong manufacturing, copper mining, food processing, printing and publishing, and tourism industries. The construction industry and associated trades have also grown to support the expanding population. Unfortunately, many of these industries have been associated with asbestos exposure in the past. While internal documents show that many companies were aware of the hazards posed by asbestos, many did not take adequate measures to protect workers. As a result, Arizona residents continue to be diagnosed with asbestos-related diseases such as asbestosis and mesothelioma, both of which can take decades to develop.

Arizona Mesothelioma Statistics

According to federal records, at least 492 Arizona residents died from mesothelioma or asbestosis between 1979 and 2001. This figure does not include deaths from lung cancer caused by asbestos, which are nationally estimated to number in the thousands for each year during that span. Death certificate records also likely understate the actual number of mesothelioma deaths, as this fatal disease was frequently misdiagnosed in the past. Furthermore, the federal government did not officially track mesothelioma as a cause of death until 1999, at which point reported mesothelioma mortalities doubled.

If your loved one has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness, an Arizona mesothelioma attorney can help. An experienced lawyer can assist in identifying the responsible parties and pursuing compensation.

Possible Asbestos Exposure Worksites in Arizona

Some of the worksites in Arizona that have been associated with asbestos exposure, and consequently mesothelioma and asbestosis, are listed below:

Camp Verde

  • Childs-Irving Power Plant

Joseph City

  • Cholla Power Plant
  • Show Low Electric

Morenci

  • Phelps Dodge Copper Plant

Palo Verde

  • Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station

Phoenix

  • Palo Verde Nuclear Power Plant
  • West Phoenix Power Plant

Red Rock

  • Saguaro Power Plant

San Manuel

  • Magma Copper Company
  • White Cliff Mine

St. John

  • Coronado Power Plant
  • St. John Electric Company

Tempe

  • Ocotillo Power Plant

Tucson

  • Southern Pacific Railway

Yuma

  • Yucca Power Plant

If you worked at one of these jobsites and have been diagnosed with asbestos-related health effects, please contact an Arizona mesothelioma lawyer right away. An attorney can review your case and help determine the best course of action.

Arizona Mesothelioma Treatment Centers

The following Arizona facility is a National Cancer Institute designated cancer center:

Arizona Cancer Center
The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
520-694-2873

This center can provide information on mesothelioma symptoms, current mesothelioma treatment options, and other assistance for individuals who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Contact a Mesothelioma Attorney

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, a mesothelioma attorney can review your claim and help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Use LawyerShop’s legal directory to find a mesothelioma lawyer near you.

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