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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in Martinez, California
Key Facts: Martinez Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1915 - 1915
- State
- California
- Nearest Whitman Office
- San Francisco, CA
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in Martinez, 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.
Shell Martinez Refinery (now PBF Energy / Phillips 66)
The Martinez Refinery has operated since 1915 — built by Shell, sold to Tesoro, then Andeavor, then Marathon, then PBF Energy. Asbestos was used in pipe insulation and gaskets throughout its first 70+ years of operation. Decades-later mesothelioma diagnoses among former workers and contractors are well-documented.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Martinez and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About Martinez & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in Martinez, California
Martinez has hosted the Martinez Refinery since 1915 (Shell, then Tesoro, Andeavor, Marathon, now PBF Energy). 110+ years of continuous refining, with asbestos in pipe insulation and gaskets through the first 70+ years. Decades-later mesothelioma diagnoses among former workers and contractors are well-documented.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in Martinez
- Shell Martinez Refinery (now PBF Energy / Phillips 66)
Martinez Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Martinez workers, Navy veterans, and families exposed to asbestos. Offices in Santa Clara, San Francisco, and Sacramento; attorneys travel to Martinez clients. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for Martinez 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 Martinez, 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 Martinez.
California Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for Martinez Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Martinez 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 Martinez exposure sites and have the experience to identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
Do I Have a Mesothelioma Case?
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Next Steps for Martinez Mesothelioma Victims
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Martinez
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 Martinez.
- 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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