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Florida Asbestos Exposure Background

Florida's large military installations, active ports, and decades of rapid construction growth made it a state with widespread asbestos exposure. The state is home to many retired military veterans — particularly from the Navy and Air Force — who are now facing diagnoses from exposures that occurred 20–50 years ago.

Florida Statute of Limitations

Florida deadline: Under Florida Statutes § 95.11(3), you have 4 years from the date you discovered or should have discovered your asbestos-related injury. This is one of the most generous statutes in the country, but it should not be used as a reason to delay — evidence and witnesses are lost over time. Wrongful death claims have a 2-year statute of limitations.

Major Asbestos Exposure Sites in Florida

Military Installations

Naval Air Station Pensacola — One of the largest naval air training facilities in the US
Naval Station Mayport (Jacksonville) — Active ship maintenance and repair facility
Eglin Air Force Base (Fort Walton Beach)
MacDill Air Force Base (Tampa)
Patrick Space Force Base (Brevard County)

Ports & Shipyards

Port of Tampa and Tampa Shipyards
Port of Jacksonville (JAXPORT) and Blount Island
Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale

Construction & Industry

Florida Power & Light (FPL) power generating stations
Orlando Utilities Commission power plants
Pre-1980 commercial and residential construction statewide
Phosphate industry operations in Hillsborough and Polk counties

Why Florida's Longer Deadline Matters

Many Florida mesothelioma victims are retired individuals who may have been diagnosed several years ago and believed they had missed their window to file a claim. With Florida's 4-year statute of limitations, those diagnosed as recently as 2022 may still have time to pursue compensation. A consultation costs nothing — find out if you still qualify.

How long do I have to file a mesothelioma claim in Florida?

4 years from the date you discovered or should have discovered your asbestos-related injury. Wrongful death claims have a 2-year deadline. Florida's generous SOL means more victims may still be able to file — call us today to find out if you qualify.

What counties in Florida handle asbestos cases?

Hillsborough County (Tampa), Duval County (Jacksonville), Miami-Dade County, and Palm Beach County handle the most asbestos cases in Florida. Your attorney will file in the most favorable jurisdiction based on your exposure history and place of residence.

Can Florida veterans get additional compensation beyond VA benefits?

Yes. VA benefits and civil claims (trust funds and lawsuits) are separate remedies that can be pursued simultaneously. Florida has a large population of Navy and Air Force veterans who may qualify for significant compensation through both channels.