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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in East Alton, Illinois
Key Facts: East Alton Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1916 - 1916
- County
- Madison County
- State
- Illinois
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in East Alton, 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.
Olin Brass East Alton
Olin's East Alton facility has been a major brass and ammunition producer since 1916, with massive WWII expansion. The 4-million-square-foot complex used asbestos for furnace insulation, boiler lagging, and protective gear in ammunition production. Active asbestos litigation continues against Olin as the building stock and equipment age.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in East Alton and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About East Alton & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in East Alton, Illinois
East Alton hosts Olin's 4-million-square-foot brass and ammunition complex, operating since 1916. WWII expansion brought tens of thousands of workers. Asbestos was used heavily for furnace insulation, boiler lagging, and protective equipment. The plant remains active; legacy asbestos in older buildings continues to drive litigation.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in East Alton
- Olin Brass East Alton
East Alton Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents East Alton workers and families exposed to asbestos at the named sites above and at hundreds of other Illinois facilities. Our attorneys travel to East Alton clients; depositions can be conducted from home. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for East Alton 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 East Alton 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 East Alton, 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 East Alton.
Illinois Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for East Alton Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in East Alton 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 East Alton 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 East Alton Mesothelioma Victims
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in East Alton
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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 East Alton.
- 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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