San Antonio Mesothelioma Lawyer and Asbestos Attorney

If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, you are likely dealing with difficult medical decisions, mounting expenses, and uncertainty about what comes next. Our San Antonio mesothelioma lawyers are here to help you understand your options and fight for the financial recovery your family needs.

Over 30 Years Fighting for San Antonio Mesothelioma and Asbestos Victims

In San Antonio and throughout Bexar County, military facilities, oil refineries, industrial job sites, hospitals, schools, and older buildings have been linked to asbestos exposure. Many workers and veterans were exposed to asbestos for years without knowing of the dangers until they were later diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness. Bexar County has reported more than 310 mesothelioma deaths and over 3,100 lung cancer deaths in recent years, reflecting the lasting impact asbestos exposure continues to have across the region. Our Texas mesothelioma lawyers help victims and their families pursue compensation through the following paths:
  • Mesothelioma lawsuits
  • Asbestos trust fund claims
  • VA claims and benefits
  • Asbestos claims after death
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness, contact The Lanier Law Firm today for a free consultation about your legal options.

Asbestos Exposure Case Results That Speak for Themselves: Our Victories

With decades of asbestos litigation experience, the nationally recognized lawyers at The Lanier Law Firm have secured substantial mesothelioma settlements and verdicts for clients across Texas and nationwide. Our award-winning trial attorneys have built a reputation for holding asbestos companies accountable and recovering meaningful results for victims and families affected by mesothelioma, such as the following:

Testimonials and Success Stories from Our Mesothelioma Clients

Families facing mesothelioma often want to know what it is like to work with a law firm during such a difficult time. We understand that many families reaching out to our firm are overwhelmed, exhausted, and trying to make sense of a diagnosis they never expected. Our team works hard to make the legal process feel clearer and more manageable while fighting for the answers and accountability clients deserve. Reviews of our mesothelioma legal services reflect the care and dedication our attorneys bring to every case.

Call 800-723-3216 today to see why families trust our nationally-recognized mesothelioma attorneys.

Asbestos in San Antonio, TX: Exposure Risks, Facts, and Known Sites

Asbestos exposure continues to impact workers, veterans, and families throughout San Antonio, often causing serious illnesses decades after exposure occurred. From 2018 to 2024, Bexar County reported 310 mesothelioma deaths and 3,183 lung cancer deaths, many of which were linked to asbestos exposure. These statistics reflect the lasting effects of asbestos exposure across the region.

Our attorneys are closely monitoring where asbestos exposure has occurred in San Antonio. Exposure is known to have occurred at the following sites:

  • Oil refineries and industrial facilities
  • Military bases and VA properties
  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities
  • Schools and universities
  • Older commercial and residential buildings
  • Construction and maintenance job sites

Workers in construction, refinery operations, electrical work, plumbing, insulation, and maintenance are at risk for developing illnesses from occupational asbestos exposure, while their family members may have experienced secondary exposure from asbestos fibers carried home on the workers’ clothing, hair, and equipment.

Asbestos Exposure in San Antonio Oil Refineries

Oil refineries and energy facilities in the San Antonio area historically relied on asbestos-containing materials to withstand high heat and friction. Facilities connected to companies that used asbestos, such as R & H Oil and Tropicana Energy San Antonio, used equipment and materials that may have contained asbestos insulation, gaskets, piping materials, and fireproofing products.

Workers who performed maintenance, repair, mechanical work, pipefitting, welding, and equipment installation may have been exposed when asbestos-containing materials were disturbed during routine operations or renovations. In some cases, refinery exposure also affected nearby contractors and family members through secondary exposure to asbestos.

Asbestos in San Antonio’s Military Facilities

Military facilities throughout San Antonio have long presented asbestos exposure risks for service members, civilian employees, contractors, and veterans receiving care through VA facilities. Concerns about asbestos exposure have been raised at Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital during renovation and maintenance work involving damaged asbestos-containing materials.

Exposure risks have also been documented at Joint Base San Antonio facilities, including Lackland Air Force Base and Fort Sam Houston, where older buildings and infrastructure may contain asbestos insulation, piping materials, roofing products, and other hazardous materials. People working in maintenance, construction, electrical work, healthcare, and military operations within these facilities may have been repeatedly exposed to asbestos over time, usually without even knowing the risks.

Legal Options for Compensation Available to San Antonio Asbestos Victims

Many people in San Antonio were exposed to asbestos during everyday work or military service without ever being warned about the long-term risks. Years later, that exposure can lead to mesothelioma diagnoses that leave families facing overwhelming medical and financial stress.

Our attorneys help clients explore compensation through the following paths:

How Long Do You Have to File a San Antonio Mesothelioma Lawsuit?

Under Texas law, the mesothelioma lawsuit statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of diagnosis. In cases involving the loss of a loved one, a wrongful death claim typically must be filed within two years of the date of death.

Because mesothelioma can take decades to develop after asbestos exposure, determining the deadline for filing a claim is not always straightforward. Missing the mesothelioma statute of limitations could prevent you from recovering compensation through a lawsuit or other legal claim.

Every asbestos case is unique. Depending on when and where your exposure occurred, our attorneys can help you determine how much time you have to file and which legal options are available to you.

Speak with a knowledgeable Dallas mesothelioma lawyer to understand the applicable deadline for your case and ensure you file your claim in time.

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Our Featured Lawyers for Asbestos Cases in San Antonio, TX

The Lanier Law Firm’s mesothelioma attorneys represent clients throughout San Antonio and across Texas and are available to travel for convenient, in-person consultations.

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Mark Lanier

Mark Lanier is the founder of The Lanier Law Firm and one of the nation’s most recognized mesothelioma trial attorneys. Over the course of his career, he has helped recover nearly $20 billion for clients and has led litigation resulting in some of the largest verdicts in U.S. history. Widely recognized as one of the top civil trial lawyers in the country, Mark is known for his courtroom advocacy, trial strategy, and decades of experience representing asbestos exposure victims nationwide.

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Maura Kolb

Attorney Maura Kolb focuses on mesothelioma and asbestos exposure litigation. She represents individuals and families across the country, helping clients pursue compensation through detailed investigations and strategic case development. She works closely with mesothelioma victims and their families, helping them pursue answers, accountability, and financial recovery after asbestos exposure.

Speak to an Award-Winning San Antonio Mesothelioma Attorney Today

A mesothelioma diagnosis leaves individuals and families facing difficult medical, financial, and emotional challenges. For decades, The Lanier Law Firm has helped asbestos victims and their families pursue financial recovery through lawsuits, asbestos trust funds, VA benefits, and wrongful death claims.

Our team can help investigate to determine where your asbestos exposure occurred, explain your legal options in plain language, and handle the legal process while you focus on your health and your family. There are no upfront costs, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

Call 800-723-3216 or contact us online today for a free consultation with an experienced San Antonio mesothelioma attorney and learn how we can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

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Can I Sue for Secondary Asbestos Exposure in San Antonio?

Yes. Many spouses and family members have developed asbestos-related illnesses after repeated exposure to fibers carried home on work clothes, hair, uniforms, or equipment.

How Much Does a San Antonio Mesothelioma Lawyer Cost?

The Lanier Law Firm handles mesothelioma cases on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

How Do I Choose the Right Mesothelioma Lawyer for My San Antonio Claim?

When choosing a mesothelioma lawyer, look for a firm with extensive asbestos litigation experience, proven case results, and the resources to handle complex mesothelioma claims. The Lanier Law Firm has recovered more than $20 billion for clients and has decades of experience representing mesothelioma victims nationwide.

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