Lafayette, Indiana

Lafayette is a city in and the seat of Tippecanoe County, Indiana, situated approximately 63 miles northwest of Indianapolis. The town of Lafayette was platted in May 1825 by river trader William Digby. In Lafayette’s earliest days, it was a shipping center on the Wabash River. The Wabash and Erie Canal in the 1840s further solidified Lafayette's regional prominence, which was also heightened by the arrival of the railroads in the 1850s.

Today, the city is home to approximately 67,000 residents. The economy of Lafayette and the surrounding area is largely focused around the academic and industrial activities of Purdue University. The university and its associated businesses employ a significant portion of the Lafayette workforce. However, private industry and commerce independent of the university also exist in the community. Some notable examples include Alcoa, a producer of aluminum extrusions and tubes; Caterpillar Large Engine Division, producer of large diesel and natural gas engines; Wabash National, world's largest manufacturer of semi-truck trailers; and Rea Magnet Wire, manufacturer of high precision magnet wire.

Lafayette’s diverse manufacturing history places it in a high-risk category for asbestos exposure, making the risk of mesothelioma cancer a concern for workers and loved ones. For your convenience, we have listed mesothelioma doctors located in or near Lafayette at the bottom of this page. Mesothelioma attorneys may also be able to assist you if you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos in Lafayette, Indiana.

Jobsites in Lafayette where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette, IN

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Lafayette, IN. 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 Lafayette, IN

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