About Asbestos Exposure in West Virginia
Thousands of workers in West Virginia were exposed to asbestos at industrial facilities, construction sites, shipyards, power plants, and other workplaces throughout the 20th century. Many of these companies have been held liable for asbestos exposure in lawsuits and have established bankruptcy trusts to compensate victims.
If you or a loved one worked at any of the locations listed below and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, you may be eligible for compensation.
Exposure Sites by City
Browse 12 documented asbestos exposure sites across 11 cities in West Virginia.
Barrickville
- Bethlehem Steel Coal Mines
Bayard
- Island Creek Coal Mine
Bismarck
- Mt. Storm Power Station
Charleston
- Dow Chemical Company
- Winfiels Powerhouse
Clarksburg
- Shinston Powerhouse
Fairmount
- Hess Trucking
Morgantown
- DuPont
Parkersburg
- Carrot Carbon Black
Piedmont
- S.G. Dixon Clothing Company
S Charleston
- A & I Company
South Charleston
- Carbide Chemicals Corp.
What to Do If You Worked at These Sites
If you worked at any facility listed above and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, or lung cancer, take these steps:
- Document your work history — Note dates, job duties, and specific locations where you worked
- Gather medical records — Obtain documentation of your diagnosis and treatment
- Consult a mesothelioma attorney — An experienced lawyer can identify all potential compensation sources
- File claims promptly — Statutes of limitations may limit your time to file
Compensation Options
Workers exposed to asbestos in West Virginia may be eligible for compensation from multiple sources:
- Asbestos Trust Funds — Many bankrupt asbestos companies have established trusts with billions in assets
- Lawsuits — Claims against companies still in business that manufactured or used asbestos
- VA Benefits — For veterans exposed during military service
- Workers' Compensation — State programs for occupational exposure