Asbestos Exposure Sites in Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee has 54 companies and facilities with documented asbestos exposure on record. Workers at these sites—and their families who may have experienced secondary exposure—may qualify for mesothelioma compensation.
An experienced mesothelioma attorney can determine if you were exposed at any of these locations and identify responsible parties for your claim.
Companies with Asbestos Exposure History
The following 54 companies and facilities in Memphis have documented asbestos exposure:
A
- Allen Steam Plant
- Allstate Electric
- Atlas Powder Co.
- Austein Mechanical Contractors
B
- B.P. Mechanical Insulation Company
- Barnwell & Hays
- Berclair Electric
- Billy Matz Electric
- Binghamton Electric
- Bobby Davis Electric
- Buckeye Cellulose/Proctor & Gamble
C
- Clement Electric
- Coors
D
- Dennis Electric
- Diebold, Inc.
- Dixie Tank
- DuPont
F
- Fluor Constructors International, Inc.
G
- Goheen Roofing Insulation
- Gordons Transports, Inc.
- Grace Chemical Co.
H
- Habco Steel
- Haines Electric
- Hughes Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
- Humko Plant
- Hunter Fans
I
- Imperial Electric Construction
- Insulation & Refractories Service
- International Paper
J
- James H. Hull, Hull Heating & Air Conditioning Co.
K
- Krona Construction
M
- McBride Electric
- McCrory Electric
- Memphis Insulation
- Mid-South Maintenance, Inc.
- Mud Island Power House
O
- Overton Electric
P
- Penmont Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
- Power Plant
- Providential Erectors, Inc.
R
- Ray Glass Electrical
- Regal Electric
- Rockwell Insulation Company, Inc.
S
- Shelby Electric
- Sylvester Keys Pressing Shop
T
- TAM Electric
- Tennessee Valley Authority
- Tri-State Armature & Elec.
V
- Velsicol Chemical Corporation
W
- WA Soefeker & Son
- Wallace Electric
- West Tennessee Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
- White Electric
Y
- Young Insulation Company
This list may not include all exposure sources. Many workers were exposed to asbestos from multiple sources, including products manufactured elsewhere but used locally. An attorney can help identify additional liable parties.
Filing Deadlines in Tennessee
Tennessee law sets strict time limits for filing mesothelioma claims. These deadlines begin when you receive a diagnosis—not when exposure occurred.
Missing these deadlines can permanently bar your right to compensation. Even with longer deadlines, starting early gives your legal team time to gather evidence and build a strong case.
Full Tennessee legal guide →Compensation Options
Mesothelioma patients exposed in Memphis may be eligible for compensation from multiple sources.
Lawsuits Against Responsible Parties
Personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits can be filed against companies responsible for asbestos exposure. These claims can recover damages for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life.
Asbestos Trust Funds
Many asbestos companies have filed for bankruptcy and established trust funds to pay victims. Over 60 trusts hold more than $30 billion. You can file claims with multiple trusts if you were exposed to products from multiple companies.
Learn about trust fund claims →VA Benefits
Veterans who developed mesothelioma from military service typically qualify for VA disability compensation, often at the 100% rating. These benefits can be received alongside lawsuit settlements and trust fund payments.
Finding a Mesothelioma Lawyer
When seeking legal representation for a mesothelioma case related to Memphis exposure, look for:
- Asbestos litigation experience — Attorneys who focus on mesothelioma cases
- Knowledge of local exposure sites — Familiarity with Memphis and Tennessee industries
- Track record of results — Past settlements and verdicts in similar cases
- Resources for investigation — Databases of products and companies
- Contingency fee structure — No payment unless they recover compensation
Most mesothelioma attorneys offer free case evaluations and work on contingency—you pay nothing unless they win your case.
This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Every case is different. Consult with a qualified attorney to understand your specific legal options.