Paramount, California

The city of Paramount occupies 4.8 square miles in Los Angeles County, California and is part of the Greater Los Angeles Area. Home to nearly 55,000 residents, Paramount boasts a balanced combination of residential, industrial, and commercial developments.

Before Paramount became a city in 1957, the area was comprised of two small communities called Hynes and Clearwater. The towns were home to several of dairies, which in their heyday had 25,000 cows. By the early 1930s, Hynes boasted the largest hay market in the world. While Paramount’s economy was based largely on the hay and dairy industries, the high cost of land led to their local demise. The last Paramount dairy closed in 1977. Paramount met the challenges of an evolving urban city. Accordingly, Paramount was named an "All-America City" by the National Civic League in 1988, and many of its innovative programs attracted state and national recognition. One of Paramount’s notable and enduring companies is the Paramount Petroleum Corporation. It is the largest seller of asphalt in California.

Paramount’s history of heavy industry make asbestos exposure, and the risk of mesothelioma, an ongoing concern for workers and others. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma in Paramount, you may benefit from contacting Dr. Robert Brian Cameron. Additionally, mesothelioma lawyers may be able to give guidance if you were exposed to asbestos in Paramount and then diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Large Jobsites in Paramount where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance has compiled information obtained from a number of sources to identify the following large job sites in Paramount where asbestos exposure was known to have occurred. These sites are listed below. Click on them to get more detailed information.

Other Jobsites in Paramount where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

These additional jobsites in Paramount, CA have been identified as harboring asbestos containing materials. These sites, at one point in their history, were known to have exposed a variety of tradesmen to asbestos. We will be documenting in more detail how asbestos exposure occurred at these sites in the future on this web site.

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Near Paramount, CA

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Paramount, CA. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered, professional designations, areas of expertise and how to contact the center.

Mesothelioma Doctors Near Paramount, CA

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors who are located within a 100 mile radius of Paramount, CA. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations and office locations.