Minnesota Mesothelioma Lawyer

In addition to farms and lumber mills, Minnesota is home to many factories, mines, and food processing plants, most of which once used asbestos. Minnesota mesothelioma lawyers are now helping victims of asbestos illnesses fight for justice.

If you or a loved one suffer from mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, or asbestosis, keep in mind that you may be entitled to significant compensation for pain, suffering, lost wages, trauma, and much more. We invite you to fill out our form today for a free Financial Compensation Packet, filled with information about experienced mesothelioma lawyers in Minnesota, how to get paid in 90 days, how to file an asbestos trust fund claim, and much more. 

We offer help in all cities and towns in Minnesota, such as:

Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rochester, Bloomington, Duluth, Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, Woodbury, Eagan, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie Coon Rapids, Burnsville, Blaine, Lakeville, St. Cloud, Minnetonka, Apple Valley, Edina, St. Louis Park, Mankato,Maplewood, Moorhead, Shakopee, Richfield, Cottage Grove, Roseville, Inver Grove Heights, Andover, Brooklyn Center, Savage, Oakdale, Winona, Fridley, Shoreview, Owatonna, Austin, Ramsey, Chaska, White, Bear Lake, Chanhassen, Prior Lake, Champlin, Faribault, Elk River, Crystal, Rosemount, Hastings, New Brighton, Farmington, Golden Valley, Lino Lakes, New Hope, South St. Paul, West St. Paul, Willmar, Columbia Heights, Northfield, Forest Lake, Stillwater, Albert Lea, Hopkins, Anoka, St. Michael, Red Wing, Hibbing, Buffalo City, Ham Lake, Bemidji, Robbinsdale, Hutchinson, Otsego, Sartell, Marshall, Hugo, Brainerd, North Mankato, New Ulm, Fergus Falls, Sauk, Rapids City, Monticello, Worthington, Vadnais Heights, Mounds View, Cloquet, East Bethel, North St. Paul, Alexandria City, St. Peter, Mendota Heights, White Bear, Waconia, Rogers City, Grand Rapids, Fairmont, Big Lake, North Branch, Little Canada, Arden Hills, Hermantown, and more.

Asbestos in Minnesota

Minnesota’s geographic location in the upper Midwest is well-suited for mining, agriculture, and forestry, the state’s traditional economic drivers since Americans first settled it in the early 19th century.

Located next to the Great Lakes region and at the edge of the Great Plains, Minnesota still relies heavily on farming and logging.

Even with its rural history, the state has not been immune from asbestos health issues. Several industries have been around in Minnesota since the 19th century and used asbestos for decades:

• Ore mining
• Agricultural equipment
• Fur trapping and processing
• Logging

Asbestos is a family of six naturally-occurring minerals that are fibrous, resist chemical reactions, electrical charges, fire, and high temperatures.

Asbestos fibers are also strong and pliable; they can be woven into fabric or added to metal to enhance its strength.

Starting in the late 19th century these beneficial properties appealed to a variety of industries operating in Minnesota:

• Power generation
• Construction
• Factories
• Steel mills

Mining and Asbestos

Minnesota was once renowned for its large deposits of soft ore and provided much of the world’s iron well into the 20th Century.

Much of the top quality ore is depleted, yet the state still provides three-quarters of the iron ore used in the U.S. Miners extract tons of iron from taconite, a sedimentary rock that bears iron mixed with carbonate, chert, or quartz.

Though mining creates jobs and income for Minnesotans, extracting and processing minerals exposes miners and other workers to asbestos.

The extraction and grinding of iron ore and taconite stir asbestos fibers and introduce them into the air.

Asbestos Laws in Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Health implements the regulations and rules regarding asbestos abatement.

These regulations are set in place to ensure the safety of the public as well as anyone working around asbestos:

• Under Minnesota Rules, Parts 4620.3000 to 4620.3724, anyone working on an asbestos abatement project must first be qualified by the state. Each qualified person must have the proper training as well as the proper licensing before beginning any asbestos abatement project.
• Under the Minnesota Abatement Act, sections 326.70 to 326.81, the appropriate fees must be paid before starting an asbestos abatement project. In addition, the notification must be sent to the state prior to starting the project. Furthermore, indoor air quality standards must be adhered to at all times.
• When disposing of asbestos, it must be placed in a seal-tight container, with a label clearly marked to reflect that the contents are hazardous. Any container with asbestos must be disposed of at one of the state-approved landfills in Minnesota.

For more detailed regulations regarding asbestos in Minnesota, and questions regarding licensing and asbestos training centers, contact the Minnesota Department of Health at 651-201-4620.

Minnesota Statute of Limitations on Mesothelioma and Asbestos Lawsuits

• Minn. Stat. Ann. § 541.01 et seq. mandates the statute of limitations for asbestos lawsuits in Minnesota.
• Minnesota has one of the longest times allotted for personal injury cases. Asbestos cases are filed as personal injury in Minnesota.
• Plaintiffs have six years from the time of the diagnosis of an asbestos-related disease or six years from the time the illness should be reasonably discovered.
• Wrongful death cases, however, must be filed within three years from the victim’s date of death.

Getting Legal Assistance in Minnesota

Keep in mind that if you or a loved one have been exposed to asbestos and developed mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, or asbestosis, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Don’t forget to fill out our form to get our free Financial Compensation Packet, filled with information on the experienced asbestos and mesothelioma attorneys in your area.  If you have questions or need assistance, contact us toll-free at 800-793-4540.