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Montana is a state that has both industries that use asbestos, as well as deposits of naturally occurring asbestos. Power plants have the highest risk as far as industrially-induced asbestos exposure.
Jobs with Asbestos Exposure in Montana
Montana had vermiculite mining that dated back to the 1920s. The city of Libby became one of the largest manufacturers of vermiculite that contained asbestos. They supplied over 89 percent of the vermiculite that was used in tools for insulation and other materials.
Power plants in Montana run 24 hours a day to supply the constant demand for electrical power and the need to supply that demand around the clock. The insulation used to cover pipes usually contains asbestos. Montana also has deposits within the state boundaries that contain naturally occurring asbestos.
Asbestos-Related Deaths in Montana
Due to Libby's high level of asbestos exposure to residents, scientific research of the diseases associated with the toxic fibers have begun. Although the mine was shut down during the early '90s, mesothelioma does have a long latency period and those exposed may not be aware of any symptoms until much later. Montana is 15th in the nation for mesothelioma deaths.
Legal Resources for Montana
Montana statute allows you three years to file a personal injury claim based upon proof of negligence on behalf of the asbestos manufacturers and/or your employers. Due to mesothelioma's latency period from the time of exposure to the time you are diagnosed, this particular statute may not apply.
The statute of limitation in the state of Montana for an asbestos case can be different from personal injury statutes. Even if your case has merit, missing the window of opportunity to file within the set statute of limitations can leave you unable to file your claim. It is advised that you contact us and let us help you determine if you have a potential case and to draft a time-line for your lawsuit of when your statutes are over.
