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Virginia has shipyards, power plants and deposits of naturally occurring asbestos as sources of exposure. There are two asbestos-filled mines near Richmond that have already been shut down. Another mine is located in Louisa. Samples from the mines in Virginia were tested, yielding results of toxic levels of asbestos.
Power plants in Virginia utilized asbestos materials heavily to provide pipelines with protective insulation and to protect workers from the heat. The power plants are constantly running to generate electrical power for the surrounding homes and businesses. Shipyards in Virginia were also affected by asbestos. Many vessels have been demolished and built in these shipyards. Asbestos-containing products were commonly used in the construction of these ships from the 1930s until the 1980s.
Legal Resources for Virginia
Virginia statute allows you two years to file a personal injury claim based upon proven 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 limitations in the state of Virginia 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.
