A Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Eastman Chemical Company In Kingsport By Sharon Weatherly. It Was Filed In Sullivan County Circuit Court By Attorney Group “Milberg, Coleman, Bryson, Phillips, Grossman”. Attorney Billy Ringger Told News 5, Eastman Tested For Asbestos Right Away, But Waited Until 15 Hours After The Incident To Alert The Public……
The Lawsuit Comes After A Recent Rupture Of A Steam Line On January 31St That Sent Asbestos Debris Falling Into Neighborhoods Near The Plant. More People Are Expected To Sign Onto The Lawsuit.