Mesothelioma in Kentucky
Legal rights, asbestos exposure sites, and compensation options in Kentucky (KY)
Personal Injury Deadline
1 year
Wrongful Death Deadline
1 year
Settlement Range
$1 million – $2.3 million
Time-Sensitive: Short Statute of Limitations
Kentucky has one of the shortest statutes of limitations in the country at 1 year. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact a qualified attorney immediately to protect your legal rights.
Kentucky Asbestos Key Facts
- • Kentucky has one of the shortest statutes of limitations for mesothelioma claims at just 1 year
- • The Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant exposed workers to both asbestos and radiation
- • Kentucky's coal and energy industries were significant sources of asbestos exposure
Known Asbestos Job Sites in Kentucky
The following sites in Kentucky have been identified as locations where workers may have been exposed to asbestos. If you worked at any of these sites, you may be eligible for compensation.
- • Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant
- • Fort Knox
- • Ashland Oil refinery
- • Louisville Gas & Electric power plants
- • Ford Motor Company Louisville Assembly Plant
Statute of Limitations in Kentucky
Personal Injury
1 year
The deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit from the date of mesothelioma diagnosis in Kentucky.
Wrongful Death
1 year
The deadline for surviving family members to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Kentucky.
Explore Your Legal Options in Kentucky
An experienced mesothelioma attorney can evaluate your case, identify all responsible parties, and pursue the maximum compensation available under Kentucky law.