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Mesothelioma in Virginia

Legal rights, asbestos exposure sites, and compensation options in Virginia (VA)

Personal Injury Deadline

2 years

Wrongful Death Deadline

2 years

Settlement Range

$1.2 million – $3 million

Virginia Asbestos Key Facts

  • Virginia is one of the most significant states for asbestos exposure due to its naval shipyards
  • Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Newport News Shipbuilding exposed tens of thousands of workers to asbestos
  • Virginia's massive military presence means many veterans were exposed to asbestos in the state
  • The Pentagon itself was built with asbestos-containing materials

Known Asbestos Job Sites in Virginia

The following sites in Virginia 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.

  • Norfolk Naval Shipyard
  • Newport News Shipbuilding
  • Pentagon
  • Quantico Marine Corps Base
  • Fort Belvoir
  • Naval Station Norfolk

Statute of Limitations in Virginia

Personal Injury

2 years

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

Wrongful Death

2 years

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

Explore Your Legal Options in Virginia

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