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Overview: Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in Minnesota
Key Facts: Minnesota Mesothelioma & Asbestos
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- Communities Covered
- 10
- GBP Office Locations
- 1
- Key Industries
- Mixed
- Statute of Limitations
- 4 years from diagnosis or discovery (Minn. Stat. § 541.05). Discovery rule applies.…
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Asbestos Exposure History in Minnesota
Asbestos Exposure in Minnesota
Minnesota\'s Iron Range — Reserve Mining, US Steel Minntac, Hibbing Taconite — has documented elevated mesothelioma rates from taconite ore that contains naturally-occurring amphibole asbestos fibers (cummingtonite-grunerite). The 1970s Reserve Mining case (Reserve Mining Co. v. EPA) was a landmark in environmental and occupational health law.
MN Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Minnesota workers and families. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Your Legal Rights in Minnesota
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 Minnesota.
Minnesota Statute of Limitations
Minnesota Court System Overview
Legal Options for Minnesota Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Minnesota 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 Minnesota exposure sites and can identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
Top Asbestos Exposure Sites in Minnesota
The following facilities across Minnesota 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.
Reserve Mining (now Northshore Mining) Silver Bay
Reserve Mining (now Northshore Mining) operates a taconite processing plant on Lake Superior at Silver Bay. Taconite ore contains cummingtonite-grunerite — naturally-occurring amphibole asbestos fibers. The 1974 Reserve Mining v. EPA case was a landmark in environmental health law. Workers face documented elevated mesothelioma rates.
US Steel Minntac
US Steel's Minntac (Minnesota Taconite) operation has operated since 1965 — the largest taconite producer in the U.S. Workers face combined exposure to amphibole asbestos in ore plus chrysotile in equipment insulation. St. Louis County (Iron Range) mesothelioma cases trace to Minntac and adjacent operations.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Minnesota and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
Next Steps for Minnesota Mesothelioma Victims
You have options. Our attorneys are ready to help you understand them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Minnesota
I worked the Iron Range — can I file?
Yes. Iron Range taconite contains naturally-occurring amphibole asbestos (cummingtonite-grunerite). Workers face documented elevated mesothelioma rates. The Reserve Mining case established legal precedent for these claims.
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Cities & Communities in Minnesota
Complete directory of every city and community page served by Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm in Minnesota, grouped by county area. 10 locations across 6 areas.
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