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Overview: Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in Ohio
Key Facts: Ohio Mesothelioma & Asbestos
- Counties Served
- 0
- Communities Covered
- 17
- GBP Office Locations
- 3
- Key Industries
- Occupational
- Statute of Limitations
- 2 years from diagnosis or discovery (Ohio Rev. Code § 2305.10). Discovery rule applies.…
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Asbestos Exposure History in Ohio
Asbestos Exposure in Ohio
Ohio ranks #7 nationally in cumulative mesothelioma deaths. Cleveland's steel mills (LTV, Republic, US Steel Lorain), Akron's tire industry (Goodyear, Firestone, BFGoodrich), Cincinnati's industrial corridor, and Youngstown's steel valley produced one of the densest occupational asbestos exposure footprints in the country.
- Cleveland steel — LTV (1858-2002), Republic, US Steel Lorain Works.
- Akron rubber — Goodyear, Firestone, BFGoodrich, General Tire.
- Cincinnati industrial — GE Aviation Evendale, Cincinnati Milacron, P&G.
- Youngstown / Mahoning Valley steel — Republic, Youngstown Sheet & Tube.
- Toledo — Owens Corning (asbestos product manufacturer), Owens-Illinois, Libbey-Owens-Ford.
Ohio Mesothelioma Lawyers — How We Help
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Ohio workers and families across all 88 counties. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation Available to Ohio Victims
- Lawsuits — OH settlements average $1.0–$1.4 million; Cuyahoga County asbestos docket has produced significant verdicts.
- Trust funds — Owens Corning Trust (OC was Ohio-based), Manville, LTV Steel Trust, GAF, and many others.
- VA disability — mesothelioma rated 100%.
Your Legal Rights in Ohio
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 Ohio.
Ohio Statute of Limitations
Ohio Court System Overview
Legal Options for Ohio Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Ohio 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 Ohio exposure sites and can identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
Top Asbestos Exposure Sites in Ohio
The following facilities across Ohio 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.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Akron
Goodyear has operated in Akron since 1898 — at peak the world's largest tire manufacturer. Used asbestos in brake linings, gaskets, and building insulation. Akron, the 'Rubber City,' has documented mesothelioma clusters from Goodyear, Firestone, and BFGoodrich operations.
LTV Steel (formerly J&L Steel) Cleveland Works
LTV Steel Cleveland Works (formerly J&L Steel, Republic Steel) operated as an integrated steel mill from 1858 to 2002. Asbestos was used pervasively for furnace insulation, pipe lagging, and gaskets. Closed 2002 in LTV bankruptcy. Cuyahoga County (#8 nationally per-capita) is dominated by steel-mill mesothelioma cases.
US Steel Lorain Works
US Steel Lorain Works has operated since 1894 — primary producer of seamless steel pipe for the petroleum industry. Asbestos was used pervasively in furnace insulation. Lorain and surrounding Northern Ohio mesothelioma cases frequently trace to this facility.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Ohio and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
Next Steps for Ohio Mesothelioma Victims
You have options. Our attorneys are ready to help you understand them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Ohio
What is the statute of limitations for mesothelioma in Ohio?
Ohio imposes a 2-year statute of limitations from diagnosis or discovery (Ohio Rev. Code § 2305.10).
I worked at LTV Steel, Republic Steel, or US Steel — can I file?
Yes. Ohio steel mills used asbestos pervasively. Workers can pursue lawsuits, trust fund claims (LTV Steel Trust, Manville, OC, others), and VA benefits if applicable.
What is Owens Corning and how does it relate to my Ohio mesothelioma case?
Owens Corning was an Ohio-based manufacturer of asbestos-containing insulation products (Kaylo, Fiberglas). The company's 2000 bankruptcy created the Owens Corning/Fibreboard Trust, which has paid billions in claims. Workers exposed to OC products in Ohio (and nationally) typically qualify for OC Trust claims directly.
Have additional questions? Call 1-800-875-3000 to speak with an attorney, or submit a free case evaluation.
Cities & Communities in Ohio
Complete directory of every city and community page served by Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm in Ohio, grouped by county area. 17 locations across 8 areas.
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