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Mesothelioma in Louisiana

Legal rights, asbestos exposure sites, and compensation options in Louisiana (LA)

Personal Injury Deadline

1 year

Wrongful Death Deadline

1 year

Settlement Range

$1 million – $2.8 million

Time-Sensitive: Short Statute of Limitations

Louisiana 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.

Louisiana Asbestos Key Facts

  • Louisiana has one of the shortest statutes of limitations at 1 year — act immediately
  • Avondale Shipyard was one of the largest employers in the state and a major source of asbestos exposure
  • The state's petrochemical and oil refinery industries used asbestos extensively in insulation and equipment

Known Asbestos Job Sites in Louisiana

The following sites in Louisiana 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.

  • Avondale Shipyard in New Orleans
  • Lake Charles petrochemical refineries
  • Baton Rouge ExxonMobil refinery
  • Port of New Orleans
  • Citgo Lake Charles Refinery

Statute of Limitations in Louisiana

Personal Injury

1 year

The deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit from the date of mesothelioma diagnosis in Louisiana.

Wrongful Death

1 year

The deadline for surviving family members to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Louisiana.

Explore Your Legal Options in Louisiana

An experienced mesothelioma attorney can evaluate your case, identify all responsible parties, and pursue the maximum compensation available under Louisiana law.