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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Key Facts: East Pittsburgh Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Occupational
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1894 - 1989
- County
- Allegheny County
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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.
Westinghouse East Pittsburgh
Westinghouse East Pittsburgh was the company's flagship facility, building turbines and generators from 1894 to 1989. Asbestos was used extensively in turbine insulation and electrical equipment. The plant closed in 1989; portions were demolished. Westinghouse is a major asbestos litigation defendant.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in East Pittsburgh and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About East Pittsburgh & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
East Pittsburgh was the company town of Westinghouse Electric Corporation (1894-1989). At peak 20,000 workers built turbines and generators with asbestos insulation. The plant closed in 1989; portions were demolished. Westinghouse remains a major asbestos-litigation defendant; the Westinghouse Trust pays claims to former workers and family members.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in East Pittsburgh
- Westinghouse East Pittsburgh
East Pittsburgh Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents East Pittsburgh workers, families, and (for environmental exposure cases) residents. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for East Pittsburgh Mesothelioma Victims
Three parallel tracks: (1) lawsuits — PA settlements average $1.0–$1.4 million; (2) trust fund claims (Bethlehem Steel Trust, Westinghouse Trust, Manville Trust + 60 others); (3) VA benefits for veterans (mesothelioma rated 100%).
PA Statute of Limitations: 2 Years from Diagnosis
Pennsylvania imposes a 2-year statute of limitations from diagnosis under the discovery rule (42 Pa. C.S. § 5524). Wrongful-death: 2 years from date of death.
Your Legal Rights in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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 Pittsburgh.
Pennsylvania Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for East Pittsburgh Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in East Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh Mesothelioma Victims
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in East Pittsburgh
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Free Asbestos Exposure Guide for Pennsylvania 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 Pittsburgh.
- 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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