Jackson, Michigan

Jackson is a city that occupies 11.1 square miles in the south central area of Michigan, approximately 40 miles west of Ann Arbor and 35 miles south of Lansing. Home to more than 33,000 people, Jackson is the county seat of Jackson County and the principal city of the Jackson Metropolitan Statistical Area. Founded in 1829 as Jacksonopolis and later renamed Jacksonburgh, Jackson received is present day name in 1838. The city was named after President Andrew Jackson.

Three major private employers in Jackson are CMS Energy, which provides natural gas and electrical services to much of Michigan and has its international headquarters in the city, as well as Allegiance Health (Formerly Foote Hospital), and the Eaton Corporation. Michigan Automotive Compressor, Incorporated (MACI) is the largest manufacturer in Jackson County and its fourth-largest individual employer. Jackson is also home to a state prison complex, which includes a building once known as the largest walled prison in the world.

Jackson, Michigan’s history of manufacturing and construction, much of it concentrated in a period when asbestos-containing materials were widely used, makes asbestos exposure an ongoing concern. Workers and others who have been exposed to asbestos may be at risk for asbestos cancer. If you or a loved one were diagnosed with asbestos cancer in Jackson, you should also consider contacting an asbestos law firm.

Jobsites in Jackson where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Jackson, MI 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 Jackson, MI

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

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