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Overview: Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in Connecticut
Key Facts: Connecticut Mesothelioma & Asbestos
- Counties Served
- 0
- Communities Covered
- 13
- GBP Office Locations
- 1
- Key Industries
- Occupational
- Statute of Limitations
- 3 years from diagnosis (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577d for asbestos cases — extended discovery rule).…
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Asbestos Exposure History in Connecticut
Asbestos Exposure in Connecticut
Connecticut\'s New London County (Groton) ranks #2 nationally for per-capita mesothelioma deaths (38.0/million/year). Electric Boat — the U.S. Navy\'s primary submarine builder — and Naval Submarine Base New London drove that exposure history.
CT Mesothelioma Lawyers — How We Help
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Connecticut workers, veterans, and families. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Your Legal Rights in Connecticut
Understanding the legal landscape is critical when pursuing a mesothelioma or asbestos claim. Below is a summary of relevant legal information for cases involving exposure in Connecticut.
Connecticut Statute of Limitations
Connecticut Court System Overview
Legal Options for Connecticut Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Connecticut 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 Connecticut exposure sites and can identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
Top Asbestos Exposure Sites in Connecticut
The following facilities across Connecticut have been identified as locations where workers and residents may have been exposed to asbestos. This is a representative sample — visit individual county and community pages for complete local listings.
General Dynamics Electric Boat
Electric Boat in Groton has been the U.S. Navy's primary submarine builder since 1899. Built USS Nautilus (first nuclear sub), Ohio-class, Los Angeles-class, Virginia-class, and Columbia-class. Asbestos was used pervasively in shipboard insulation through the 1980s. New London County (#2 nationally per-capita meso) is dominated by Electric Boat exposure.
Naval Submarine Base New London
Naval Submarine Base New London is the Navy's primary East Coast submarine base. Submariners served on asbestos-laden subs through the 1980s. Older base buildings contained extensive asbestos. Many Connecticut Navy veterans have documented sub service exposure.
Pratt & Whitney East Hartford
Pratt & Whitney East Hartford has built jet engines since 1925 — at peak employed 40,000+ workers. Asbestos used in engine insulation, gaskets, and brake materials. Hartford County mesothelioma cases trace to P&W operations.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Connecticut and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
Next Steps for Connecticut Mesothelioma Victims
You have options. Our attorneys are ready to help you understand them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Connecticut
I worked at Electric Boat in Groton — can I file a claim?
Yes. Electric Boat has been the Navy's primary submarine builder since 1899. Workers handled asbestos-containing insulation in submarine pressure hulls. Workers and Navy submariners typically qualify for VA disability + trust fund claims + product liability lawsuits.
How long do I have to file a CT mesothelioma claim?
3 years from diagnosis (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577d). CT has an asbestos-specific extended discovery rule.
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Cities & Communities in Connecticut
Complete directory of every city and community page served by Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm in Connecticut, grouped by county area. 13 locations across 5 areas.
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