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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in Waukegan, Illinois
Key Facts: Waukegan Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1922 - 1986
- County
- Lake County
- State
- Illinois
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in Waukegan, 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.
Johns-Manville Waukegan Plant
Johns-Manville's Waukegan plant operated for over 60 years on Lake Michigan. The facility manufactured asbestos-containing products including textiles, paper, brake linings, gaskets, and insulation. It is one of the most heavily-litigated asbestos sites in the country. After the 1982 Manville bankruptcy, the Manville Personal Injury Settlement Trust was established and has paid billions to former workers and their families. The site was extensively contaminated and underwent EPA-supervised remediation.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Waukegan and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About Waukegan & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in Waukegan, Illinois
Waukegan was home to the Johns-Manville plant from 1922 to the mid-1980s — one of the most heavily-litigated asbestos sites in U.S. history. The facility manufactured asbestos textiles, paper, brake linings, gaskets, and pipe insulation. The Manville Personal Injury Settlement Trust, established after the 1982 bankruptcy, has paid billions to former Waukegan workers and their families. The site underwent EPA-supervised remediation.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in Waukegan
- Johns-Manville Waukegan Plant
Waukegan Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Waukegan workers and families exposed to asbestos at the named sites above and at hundreds of other Illinois facilities. Our attorneys travel to Waukegan clients; depositions can be conducted from home. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for Waukegan 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 Waukegan 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan.
Illinois Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for Waukegan Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Waukegan 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 Waukegan 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 Waukegan Mesothelioma Victims
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Waukegan
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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 Waukegan.
- 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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