Hawaii Mesothelioma Lawyer
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be incredibly difficult as you adjust to the impact it has on your daily life. Our Hawaii mesothelioma lawyers are committed to guiding you through this challenging time, helping you pursue the compensation you deserve, and ensuring those responsible are held accountable for their actions. Get a free case evaluation to start exploring your legal options.
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- February 4, 2026
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- Why Choose Our Hawaii Mesothelioma Lawyers To Defend Your Case?
- Where Asbestos Exposure Occurred in Hawaii
- What Are the Occupations at Risk for Asbestos Exposure in Hawaii?
- What Are the Available Options for Mesothelioma Compensation in Hawaii?
- Hawaii Asbestos Laws and Regulations
- Contact Our Talented Mesothelioma Attorneys in Hawaii
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Even in Hawaii, thousands of miles from the mainland U.S., workers have not been safe from the proliferation of asbestos products in fields like construction, manufacturing, shipbuilding, and the military. A total of 687 people have died in Hawaii from mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer linked to asbestos exposure.
If you or a loved one was exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with a related illness, the compassionate Hawaii mesothelioma lawyers with The Lanier Law Firm can help you seek justice and secure the mesothelioma compensation you need.
Why Choose Our Hawaii Mesothelioma Lawyers To Defend Your Case?
With more than three decades of award-winning legal practice, our firm has gained national recognition for its success in representing mesothelioma victims. We’ve won billions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for clients like you, including $4.69 billion in a case centered on baby powder and asbestos’ links to ovarian cancer.
We don’t just provide excellent legal representation and significant results. Our dedicated attorneys are passionate about giving our clients the individualized attention they need to stay worry-free throughout the claims process. We’ll handle every aspect of your case for you, allowing you to focus on your health and your family.
Call 800-723-3216 now to speak with a dedicated mesothelioma lawyer serving Hawaii and discover what our clients say sets us apart from the rest.
Client Testimonials
Every mesothelioma case we handle is personal to us. With a proven track record of success nationwide, our dedicated mesothelioma law firm has the experience and resources to fight for you and help you get justice. But don’t just take our word for it, hear from our clients:
“I have worked with The Lanier law firm for 14 years with my aunt’s asbestos case. They have truly been AWESOME each and every time we corresponded, whether by email, phone or text. I highly recommend them and could not be more pleased! Do not hesitate to call them and begin working with them!”
Michael Simmons
“Working with the Lanier Law Firm for the last 9 years has been an easy experience, especially working with Darron Berquist. He has been handling a mesothelioma case for my father who passed away in 2013. Always so kind, helpful, and respectful to my mother after he passed. I am now doing the paperwork for my mother, and he is equally kind, helpful, and respectful of me. It has been a pleasure working with The Lanier Law Firm on a matter that is not pleasant at all.”
Winnie Owens
“The Lanier Law firm has been such a blessing for our family. My mother passed away from mesothelioma. The settlement my father received allowed him to live comfortably until he passed away at 95. The Lanier Law Firm was very professional and always answered our questions promptly. I am very grateful for all of their guidance. I would recommend using their services if one of your loved ones is in this same situation”
Nancy Katkowski
Where Asbestos Exposure Occurred in Hawaii
Asbestos exposure sites are spread throughout the Hawaiian islands. Companies and worksites known to have exposed workers to asbestos in Hawaii include the following:
Hawaii County
- Ewa Sugar Mill
- Hawaiian Agricultural Company
- Kohala Sugar Company
- Laupahoehoe Sugar Company
- Onemea Sugar Company
- Paauhau Sugar Plantation Company
- Pepeekeo Sugar Company
- Yamada Transfer
Kauai County
- Grove Farm
- Kauai Commercial Co. Ltd.
- Kekaha Sugar Company
- McBryde Sugar Company
Maui County
- Alexander & Baldwin
- Hawaiian Commercial and Sugar Company
- Maui Electric Company
- Pioneer Mill Company
- Wailuku Sugar Company
Honolulu County
- California Packing Corporation
- Ca Texas Oil Company
- Chevron Oil
- Ewa Plantation Company
- H. Hackfield & Company
- Hawaiian Electric Company
- Hawaiian Equipment Company
- Honolulu Iron Works Company
- Honolulu Water Works
- Hutchinson Sugar Plantation Company
- Kahe Power Plant
- Libby, McNeil, & Libby
- Oahu Sugar Co
- Owens-Corning
- Philippine Petroleum
- Shell Oil
- Standard Oil
- Waialua Agricultural Company
- Waialua Plantation
Pearl Harbor Naval Complex
The soil and groundwater at Pearl Harbor Naval Complex have been contaminated with asbestos and other materials over decades of active use as a military base. The U.S. Navy, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and Hawaii Department of Health are working to find and clean up contamination throughout the site, but according to the EPA’s Superfund website, the base’s current condition doesn’t immediately threaten the environment or public health.
What Are the Occupations at Risk for Asbestos Exposure in Hawaii?
Many major Hawaiian industries, such as sugar production, saw widespread use of asbestos in the mid-20th century. Jobs known for occupational asbestos exposure in Hawaii include the following:
General Public Workers
Many homes and other structures built in Hawaii before 1980—including hotels, schools, and government buildings—were made with asbestos-containing materials. A wide range of public-facing employees may have been exposed to asbestos by these components.
Hawaii's Health Care Workers
Many hospitals and health care facilities built before the 1980s contained asbestos insulation, ceiling tiles, and flooring, putting health care workers at risk. In early 2024, the Kiowa Hills Health and Rehab Center was evacuated due to asbestos contamination, highlighting the dangers health care workers still face today.
Shipment Workers
The shipping industry has long been a major part of Hawaii’s economy. Unfortunately, asbestos was heavily used in shipbuilding for its heat-resistant properties, both within work facilities and the vessels themselves.
Agriculture Workers and Hawaii's Sugar Manufacturing
Hawaii was home to numerous sugar manufacturing companies, such as Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Company and Hamakua Sugar Plantation. These manufacturers are known to have used asbestos in their plants, potentially exposing workers to deadly fibers. Some types of farming equipment were also known to contain asbestos.
Military Personnel and Bases in Hawaii
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard—now known as Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam—is one of several bases operated by the U.S. Military throughout Hawaii. Asbestos was widely used in the military for fireproofing purposes, so older buildings and equipment could have exposed service members, staff, or residents.
Hawaii Power Plant Workers
Power plants commonly used asbestos products to protect vital components from heat emitted by turbines, generators, and other equipment. Plant workers who serviced, installed, or operated near asbestos-containing components were at risk of significant exposure.
Manufacturing Workers in Honolulu, HI
The Vermiculite of Hawaii plant in Honolulu processed vermiculite contaminated with asbestos for nearly three decades. Workers at the plant and similar facilities may have been heavily exposed to asbestos.
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- Holding Hawaii companies accountable for asbestos exposure
- Over $20 billion recovered for our clients
- No upfront costs or fees
What Are the Available Options for Mesothelioma Compensation in Hawaii?
Most Hawaii asbestos-exposure victims are eligible to file a mesothelioma lawsuit against the parties responsible for their illnesses. Through a lawsuit, claimants can seek compensation for the damages relating to their exposure and illness.
Some companies have filed for bankruptcy protection in the face of mounting asbestos-exposure liability. They have established asbestos trust funds to compensate exposure victims. If you’re eligible to file a claim with an asbestos trust fund, the process of obtaining compensation should be faster and simpler than filing a lawsuit.
Veterans exposed to asbestos during their military service can file a claim for disability benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs, which can provide medical care and monthly payments to mesothelioma victims.
Hawaii Asbestos Laws and Regulations
Thanks to the widespread presence of asbestos in residential buildings, Hawaii laws require proper inspections and disposal of asbestos-containing materials before any renovations or demolitions occur.
The Hawaii statute of limitations for mesothelioma lawsuits is two years after diagnosis. Our skilled Hawaii mesothelioma lawyers can help you build and file a timely claim so you don’t miss your chance to recover compensation.
Contact Our Talented Mesothelioma Attorneys in Hawaii
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you don’t have to fight alone. Our experienced Hawaii asbestos exposure attorneys are ready to secure you the compensation you deserve. Contact us online today to schedule a free case review.
Darron E. Berquist is dedicated to asbestos exposure and product liability. He was part of the team that secured a $4.69 billion jury verdict in Ingham v. Johnson & Johnson, linking asbestos in talcum powder to ovarian cancer. Recognized by Best Lawyers for Mass Tort and Product Liability Litigation (2024-2025).
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