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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in Kittery, Maine
Key Facts: Kittery Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1800 - 1800
- State
- Maine
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in Kittery, Maine
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.
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Kittery, ME side)
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, despite the name, sits on Seavey's Island in Kittery, Maine (Piscataqua River, between Maine and New Hampshire). Operating since 1800. Primary Navy submarine refit yard. Asbestos was used pervasively. Kittery and York County mesothelioma cases frequently trace to PNSY.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Kittery and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About Kittery & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in Kittery, Maine
Kittery on the Maine side of the Piscataqua River hosts Portsmouth Naval Shipyard — operating since 1800, the Navy\'s primary submarine refit yard. York County mesothelioma cases trace to PNSY workers and Navy submariners.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in Kittery
- Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Kittery, ME side)
Kittery Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Kittery workers, veterans, and families exposed to asbestos. Our attorneys travel to Kittery clients; depositions can be conducted from home. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for Kittery Mesothelioma Victims
Three parallel tracks: (1) lawsuits — settlements average $1.0–$1.4 million, jury verdicts can exceed $5 million; (2) trust fund claims (60+ trusts hold over $30 billion); (3) VA benefits for veterans (mesothelioma rated 100%).
Maine Statute of Limitations
6 years from diagnosis or discovery (14 M.R.S. § 752). One of the longer SoLs in the country. The discovery rule applies. Do not delay after diagnosis.
Your Legal Rights in Kittery, Maine
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 Kittery.
Maine Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for Kittery Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Kittery 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 Kittery 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 Kittery Mesothelioma Victims
You have options. Our attorneys are ready to help you understand them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Kittery
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Free Asbestos Exposure Guide for Maine Workers
Download our comprehensive guide covering your legal rights, the claims process, and what compensation you may be entitled to after asbestos exposure in Kittery.
- 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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