Las Vegas Asbestos Exposure Sites and Mesothelioma Hotspots

For decades, countless Las Vegas residents have been unknowingly exposed to the deadly carcinogen asbestos, putting them at risk of developing the rare and aggressive cancer mesothelioma. Asbestos was commonly used in construction, manufacturing, and consumer products throughout much of the 20th century due to its heat resistance and durability. However, when microscopic asbestos fibers are inhaled or ingested, they can become embedded in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart, potentially leading to mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and other devastating illnesses that emerge years later.

Throneberry Law Group fights passionately to help mesothelioma victims and their families seek justice and compensation from the companies responsible for their suffering. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease, including mesothelioma, in the Las Vegas area, it is critical to understand your legal rights. Our dedicated team is here to help you identify how you may have been exposed and hold accountable those who failed to warn you of the dangers.

Las Vegas is home to numerous industrial, commercial, and residential sites where workers and residents are at high risk of asbestos exposure:

• Construction: Many homes, hotels, casinos, and other buildings constructed before the 1980s in Las Vegas contain asbestos in insulation, floor and ceiling tiles, shingles, siding, and more. Construction workers doing renovations or demolition are especially vulnerable.
• Nellis Air Force Base: For years, many structures, vehicles, and aircraft at Nellis AFB have used asbestos-containing materials that put servicemen and civilian employees at risk.
• Power plants: Employees at power generation facilities like the Clark Generating Station and Reid Gardner Generating Station are prone to asbestos exposure from machinery and equipment.
• Factories: Industrial workers at manufacturing plants like the now-shuttered Kerr-McGee chemical factory and the Ocean Spray food processing facility may encounter asbestos.

Hotels and casinos on the Strip and Fremont Street contained significant amounts of asbestos that threatened employees and guests. While some have undergone asbestos remediation, active construction and renovation at many of these sites still present risks. Notable properties include:

• Caesars Palace
• The Mirage
• The Flamingo
• Tropicana
• Sahara
• Fremont
• Binion's Horseshoe

Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases are challenging to diagnose because symptoms like coughing, chest pain, and shortness of breath often mimic other common illnesses. Mesothelioma has a long latency period, typically lying dormant for 20 to 50 years after initial asbestos exposure before symptoms appear. This makes it difficult for people to recall how they were exposed.

If you are experiencing potential symptoms, it is vital to inform your doctor about any possible asbestos exposure history, even if it was decades ago. Specialized tests are required to confirm a mesothelioma diagnosis. Identifying the illness early allows for a wider range of treatment options to extend life expectancy.

Throneberry Law Group is here to help victims exposed to Asbestos in Los Angeles. Our compassionate attorneys specialize in holding asbestos companies accountable and securing maximum compensation for families struggling with these devastating illnesses.