Mesothelioma in Tennessee
Legal rights, asbestos exposure sites, and compensation options in Tennessee (TN)
Personal Injury Deadline
1 year
Wrongful Death Deadline
1 year
Settlement Range
$1 million – $2.5 million
Time-Sensitive: Short Statute of Limitations
Tennessee has one of the shortest statutes of limitations in the country at 1 year. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact a qualified attorney immediately to protect your legal rights.
Tennessee Asbestos Key Facts
- • Tennessee has a very short 1-year statute of limitations — act immediately after diagnosis
- • Oak Ridge National Laboratory exposed thousands of workers to asbestos during nuclear weapons production
- • The TVA's extensive power plant network throughout Tennessee used asbestos insulation
Known Asbestos Job Sites in Tennessee
The following sites in Tennessee have been identified as locations where workers may have been exposed to asbestos. If you worked at any of these sites, you may be eligible for compensation.
- • Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- • TVA power plants across the state
- • Eastman Chemical Company in Kingsport
- • Alcoa aluminum plant
- • Arnold Air Force Base
Statute of Limitations in Tennessee
Personal Injury
1 year
The deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit from the date of mesothelioma diagnosis in Tennessee.
Wrongful Death
1 year
The deadline for surviving family members to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Tennessee.
Explore Your Legal Options in Tennessee
An experienced mesothelioma attorney can evaluate your case, identify all responsible parties, and pursue the maximum compensation available under Tennessee law.