New Hampshire Mesothelioma & Asbestos Lawyer
Legally Reviewed By: Darron E. Berquist
Managing Attorney | Mesothelioma & Asbestos
- Page Last Updated:
- April 3, 2025
Legally Reviewed By: Darron Berquist
Managing Attorney | Mesothelioma & Asbestos
- Page Last Updated:
- April 3, 2025
New Hampshire was historically home to industries such as manufacturing, textiles, and shipbuilding, all of which are associated with occupational asbestos exposure.
More than 375 New Hampshire residents were diagnosed with mesothelioma between 1999 and 2020, and the Granite State has a higher mesothelioma death rate than the national average. Hillsborough and Rockingham counties had the most deaths from asbestos-related illnesses in the state.
If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma or a similar disease, the compassionate New Hampshire mesothelioma lawyers with The Lanier Law Firm can help you get justice from those responsible for your asbestos exposure. Contact us online today for a free case evaluation.
Why Choose The Lanier Law Firm for your New Hampshire mesothelioma case?
Our award-winning team has achieved national recognition for excellent representation and significant results in asbestos exposure cases. We’re passionate about getting justice for mesothelioma victims and giving them the individual attention they deserve.
We’ve secured billions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients, including a $4.5 billion-plus win in a case concerning links between asbestos, baby powder, and ovarian cancer.
Our notable mesothelioma case results include a $6,274,000 settlement for a New Hampshire resident who was exposed to asbestos while working as a boat repairman.
Client Testimonials
Every mesothelioma case we handle is personal to us. With a proven track record of success nationwide, our dedicated team has the experience and resources to fight for you after a mesothelioma diagnosis. But don’t just take our word for it—hear from our clients.
Employers Who Exposed Workers to Asbestos in New Hampshire
Companies and worksites associated with asbestos exposure are scattered across many New Hampshire counties. The following companies are known to have exposed workers to asbestos:
Multiple Locations:
- A.E.S. Corp.
- International Paper Company
Belknap County:
- Keasbey & Mattison
Coös County:
- Boise Cascade Paper
- Brown Company
- Diamond Match Company
- Groveton Paper
- James River
- Pulp and Paper of America
Cheshire County:
- Troy Blanket Mills
Grafton County:
- Dartmouth College
- Franconia Paper Corporation
- Hillsborough County
- Elliot Hospital
- Francis P. Connor, Inc.
- Hampshire Chemical Corporation
- Insuline Corporation of America
- International Shoe Company
- J. Spaulding & Sons
- Johns Manville Corporation
- Manchester Traction, Light and Power Company
- Nashua Corporation
- Nashua Chemical
- Nashua Foundation
- New England Wood Preserving Company
- Merrimack County
- Boston & Maine Railroad Company
- Bow Power Plant
- Hoague Sprague Corp.
- Merrimack Industrial Metals
- Public Service Company of New Hampshire
- Rockingham County
- Eastern Oil and Rendering Company
- Miller Insulation Co.
- National Gypsum Company
- New Hampshire Gas & Electric Co.
- Phillips Exeter Academy
- Rockingham County Light and Power Company
- Schiller Station Powerhouse
- Simplex Wire Company
- Textron, Inc.
Strafford County:
- Davidson Rubber Company
- General Electric Somersworth Plant
- University of New Hampshire
Sullivan County:
- Claremont Paper Company
- Davis Paper Company
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
Located on Maine’s border with New Hampshire, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has been a prolific shipbuilding site for centuries. However, the facility was added to the EPA’s Superfund National Priorities list in 1994 after hazardous waste, including asbestos, contaminated the Piscataqua River. Asbestos was used extensively in the construction of the facility and its operations. Cleanup efforts are still ongoing.
Occupations at Risk for Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos was widely used in many fields for its heat-resistant properties, making its way into construction materials, insulation, and industrial equipment. Occupations typically associated with asbestos exposure in New Hampshire include:
Asbestos-containing materials were prevalent on ships, exposing workers who built or deconstructed vessels to deadly fibers. Many New Hampshire workers were exposed to asbestos at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Maine.
Turbines, generators, and other equipment at power plants often contained asbestos materials to protect against excessive heat and prevent fires. Workers may have been exposed to asbestos while installing or repairing these components.
Many older school buildings were built when asbestos was commonly used in construction, potentially exposing students, teachers, and staff to these forgotten materials even today. St. Mary’s College in Greenfield, St. Paul’s School in Concord, and Plainfield Grammar School were all built with—and still contain—asbestos products.
Companies often used asbestos for its heat resistance in pipes, gaskets, boilers, and other industrial equipment. Manufacturing facilities such as Industrial Pipe and Equipment Corporation in Nashua and Syntextils, Inc. in Manchester may have exposed workers to asbestos materials. The EPA and the City of Nashua spent $20 million in 1997 to clean up and remove 65,000 tons of asbestos waste from the Johns-Manville Corporation facility, which manufactured asbestos products.
Construction materials and equipment throughout many military bases contained asbestos for fireproofing purposes. Those serving or working at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Grenier Air Force Base, or other facilities may have been exposed to asbestos fibers in the air.
Textile companies often wove asbestos materials directly into fabrics to make clothing fire-resistant. High concentrations of airborne asbestos were found at the American Asbestos Textile Company in Meredith, and workers may have been exposed to asbestos by machinery, insulation, and other components in similar facilities.
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Options for Asbestos and Mesothelioma Compensation
Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit is the most common method of seeking compensation for asbestos exposure. A legal claim can help you recover damages for a mesothelioma diagnosis in New Hampshire from the companies responsible for your asbestos exposure.
Some bankrupt companies have set up asbestos trust funds to streamline compensation for exposure victims. Companies with asbestos trust funds that operated in New Hampshire include Johns Manville Corporation and National Gypsum Company.
Veterans exposed to asbestos during their military service can also pursue claims with the Department of Veterans Affairs to receive monthly payments and medical benefits.
New Hampshire Asbestos Laws and Regulations
The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services enforces state safety regulations concerning asbestos removal and disposal. These rules include requiring a survey by a certified asbestos inspector before renovating or demolishing a building.
New Hampshire’s statute of limitations for mesothelioma lawsuits is three years after a diagnosis for personal injury claims and three years after a death for a wrongful death suit. The sooner you get started on your claim, the more likely you are to have a successful result. Our New Hampshire mesothelioma attorneys can help you understand your legal options and build a strong case.
Contact The Lanier Law Firm
We know the devastating impacts a mesothelioma diagnosis can have on your family, quality of life, and peace of mind. Our experienced New Hampshire mesothelioma lawyers can help you fight back and hold those responsible for your asbestos exposure accountable. Contact us online today to schedule a free case review and learn more about how we can help.
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