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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in Lemont, Illinois
Key Facts: Lemont Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1922 - 1922
- County
- Cook County
- State
- Illinois
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in Lemont, Illinois
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.
Citgo Lemont Refinery
The Lemont Refinery processes 167,000 barrels per day on the Des Plaines River. Built in 1922 by Pure Oil, it has been operated by Union Oil, Unocal, PDV America, and currently Citgo. Like other century-old refineries, legacy asbestos remains in older piping and insulation systems, posing risk during maintenance.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Lemont and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About Lemont & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in Lemont, Illinois
Lemont, on the Des Plaines River, has hosted the Lemont Refinery (originally Pure Oil, now Citgo) since 1922. The 167,000-barrel-per-day refinery used asbestos extensively in process unit insulation, pipe lagging, and gaskets. Refinery operators, pipefitters, insulators, and turnaround contractors face the highest exposure risk during maintenance.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in Lemont
- Citgo Lemont Refinery
Lemont Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Lemont workers and families exposed to asbestos at the named sites above and at hundreds of other Illinois facilities. Our attorneys travel to Lemont clients; depositions can be conducted from home. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for Lemont Mesothelioma Victims
Three parallel compensation tracks: (1) lawsuits against asbestos product manufacturers and premise owners — Illinois settlements average $1.0–$1.4 million; (2) trust fund claims against the 60+ asbestos trusts holding over $30 billion (Manville Trust and UNARCO Trust apply directly to Lemont workers exposed at Johns-Manville Waukegan or Ford City facilities); (3) VA benefits for veterans (mesothelioma rated 100%).
Illinois Statute of Limitations: 2 Years
Illinois imposes a 2-year statute of limitations on mesothelioma claims (735 ILCS 5/13-202). The clock starts at diagnosis under the discovery rule. Wrongful-death claims: 2 years from date of death. Do not delay — missing the deadline permanently extinguishes the claim.
Your Legal Rights in Lemont, Illinois
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 Lemont.
Illinois Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for Lemont Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Lemont 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 Lemont 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 Lemont Mesothelioma Victims
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Lemont
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Free Asbestos Exposure Guide for Illinois Workers
Download our comprehensive guide covering your legal rights, the claims process, and what compensation you may be entitled to after asbestos exposure in Lemont.
- 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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