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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in Fontana, California
Key Facts: Fontana Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1942 - 1983
- State
- California
- Nearest Whitman Office
- San Francisco, CA
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in Fontana, California
The following facilities have been identified as locations where workers and residents may have been exposed to asbestos. If you worked at or lived near any of these sites, you may be eligible for compensation.
Kaiser Steel Fontana
Kaiser Steel Fontana was the only integrated steel mill on the U.S. West Coast, operating from 1942 to 1983. Asbestos was used pervasively for furnace insulation, pipe lagging, and gaskets. The plant closed in 1983 and was demolished. Inland Empire mesothelioma cases frequently trace to this single facility.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Fontana and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About Fontana & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in Fontana, California
Fontana was the company town of Kaiser Steel — the only integrated steel mill on the U.S. West Coast — from 1942 to 1983. The plant employed 10,000+ workers at peak. Asbestos was used pervasively for furnace insulation and pipe lagging. The plant closed in 1983 and was demolished. Inland Empire mesothelioma cases frequently trace to this single facility.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in Fontana
- Kaiser Steel Fontana
Fontana Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Fontana workers, Navy veterans, and families exposed to asbestos. Offices in Santa Clara, San Francisco, and Sacramento; attorneys travel to Fontana clients. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for Fontana Mesothelioma Victims
Three parallel tracks: (1) lawsuits — California settlements average $1.0–$1.8 million, with Alameda/SF/LA verdicts exceeding $10 million; (2) trust fund claims (60+ trusts hold over $30 billion); (3) VA benefits for veterans (mesothelioma rated 100%).
California 1-Year Statute of Limitations
California's CCP § 340.2 imposes a 1-year statute of limitations from diagnosis under the discovery rule — the SHORTEST in the country. Wrongful-death: 1 year from date of death. Do not delay after diagnosis.
Your Legal Rights in Fontana, California
Understanding the legal landscape is critical when pursuing an asbestos or mesothelioma claim. Below is a summary of relevant legal information for cases involving exposure in Fontana.
California Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for Fontana Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Fontana may be entitled to pursue compensation through several legal avenues:
- Personal injury lawsuits — filed against the companies responsible for your asbestos exposure
- Asbestos trust fund claims — over $30 billion remains in trust funds established by bankrupt asbestos companies
- Wrongful death claims — filed by surviving family members when a loved one has passed from mesothelioma
- Veterans benefits — additional compensation for veterans exposed to asbestos during military service
- Workers' compensation — benefits for occupational asbestos exposure, which may be pursued alongside other claims
Our attorneys handle cases involving Fontana exposure sites and have the experience to identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
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Next Steps for Fontana Mesothelioma Victims
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Fontana
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Free Asbestos Exposure Guide for California Workers
Download our comprehensive guide covering your legal rights, the claims process, and what compensation you may be entitled to after asbestos exposure in Fontana.
- Your legal rights after asbestos exposure
- Step-by-step claims process explained
- Compensation types available to you
- Statute of limitations by state
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