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Idaho mines, power plants, and other job sites have put workers at risk of asbestos exposure for decades. Asbestos exposure can lead to deadly diseases like mesothelioma and lung cancer. An Idaho mesothelioma attorney can pursue justice and financial compensation for patients.

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Working With a Mesothelioma Lawyer in Idaho

Idaho residents with mesothelioma deserve compensation from the manufacturers of asbestos-based products. Manufacturers used asbestos and hid the deadly health risks for decades. The only known cause of mesothelioma is asbestos exposure.

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The Environmental Working Group (EWG) reported that nearly 300 Idaho residents died from mesothelioma between 1999 and 2017.

An Idaho mesothelioma lawyer can help you file a lawsuit against negligent manufacturers after getting sick from asbestos exposure.

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Idaho Mesothelioma Lawsuits

A successful mesothelioma lawsuit forces manufacturers to pay asbestos victims.

Mesothelioma lawsuits award $1 million to $11.4 million on average. Some cases may award more or less than these amounts.

Mesothelioma victims can use this compensation for:

  • Lost wages
  • Medical treatments
  • Travel expenses related to health care

If you want to file a mesothelioma lawsuit, consult with a lawyer. An Idaho mesothelioma attorney will handle most of the legal burdens — and filing a lawsuit is free.

Mesothelioma Settlements and Verdicts in Idaho

More than 95% of mesothelioma lawsuits reach out-of-court settlements. A mesothelioma settlement resolves the case before a trial. Mesothelioma victims can receive $1 million on average through a settlement.

A mesothelioma trial verdict occurs when a settlement cannot be reached. Juries reach a trial verdict after hearing arguments from a mesothelioma victim’s lawyers and the lawyers representing the manufacturers of asbestos-based products.

A jury awarded a 71-year-old Idaho woman who developed mesothelioma $40.3 million in 2019. The woman became sick after using asbestos-based products.

An Idaho mesothelioma attorney will usually try to settle lawsuits — but will prepare for a trial.

Statute of Limitations in Idaho

A statute of limitations means a lawsuit must be filed within a certain time frame.

These laws vary by each state and other factors, such as whether mesothelioma patients or family members file a personal injury claim or a wrongful death claim.

Working with an Idaho mesothelioma attorney can ensure that your lawsuit is filed within these deadlines. These attorneys understand the statutes as they apply to your case.

Asbestos Trust Funds and Statutes of Limitations

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In some cases, the statutes of limitations may have run out. That said, some victims can still access compensation through an asbestos trust fund.

Bankrupt manufacturers of asbestos-based products set up trust funds to pay mesothelioma victims and avoid lawsuits. These trusts do not follow state statutes of limitations — they set their own deadlines to file claims.

Asbestos trust funds contain around $30 billion in total. Get a free case review to learn how to access these trusts.

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Asbestos Sites in Idaho

High-risk asbestos sites in Idaho included power plants, mines, and construction sites. Learn more about the risks of these sites below.

  • Construction sites: Before the 1980s, thousands of construction products contained asbestos. Workers often inhaled asbestos fibers on construction sites without notice. Older buildings and homes may still have these materials inside.
  • Mines: While asbestos is no longer mined in the U.S., many Idaho miners can encounter naturally occurring asbestos while mining other substances. Mining machinery and equipment also relied on asbestos before the 1980s.
  • Power plants: Plants have used asbestos fireproofing materials and insulation for decades. Those who worked for the Idaho Power Company and at other power plants could have inhaled asbestos dust — and asbestos is still present in some older plants today.

Idaho mesothelioma lawyers at top law firms keep track of asbestos sites in the state and across the nation.

Examples of Idaho asbestos sites include:

  • Amalgamated Sugar Company (multiple locations across the state)
  • Boise Cascade Corporation (multiple locations across the state)
  • Callahan Mining Company, Osburn
  • Clover Club Foods, Boise
  • Del Monte Corporation, Franklin, Burley
  • Empire Copper Company, Mackay
  • Idaho Mining Company, Mountain Home
  • Idaho Pacific Corporation, Ririe
  • Idaho State Capitol, Boise
  • Kraft Foods Company, Pocatello
  • Latter Day Saints Hospital, Idaho Falls
  • National Reactor Testing Station (multiple locations across the state)
  • Northern Idaho and Montana Power Company, Sandpoint
  • Northwest Lumber Company, Coeur d’ Alene
  • Oregon Short Line Railroad Company (multiple locations across the state)
  • Phillips Petroleum, Scoville
  • Union Pacific Railroad, Pocatello, Sun Valley
  • University of Idaho, Moscow
  • Waters Asbestos, Scoville
  • Westinghouse Electric, Idaho Falls, Scoville

There are other asbestos exposure sites in Idaho not on the list above. Contact an Idaho mesothelioma attorney to learn where you were exposed and if you qualify for financial benefits.

Asbestos Rules and Regulations in Idaho

In the state of Idaho, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates the removal and disposal of asbestos-containing materials from all buildings.

The EPA:

  • Certifies and licenses asbestos removal contractors
  • Educates homeowners about the dangers of asbestos
  • Inspects asbestos removal projects

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) regulates the removal of asbestos-containing materials from large industrial sources.

Idaho does not operate a state asbestos certification program. Anyone licensed to remove asbestos in another state can do so in Idaho if they meet the EPA guidelines.

Contact a mesothelioma lawyer to see if these Idaho asbestos laws may affect your case.

Idaho VA Information for Mesothelioma Victims

In addition to filing a lawsuit, veterans with mesothelioma can access benefits through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Veterans make up 33% of all mesothelioma patients since every branch of the U.S. military relied on asbestos until the early 1980s.

The military used asbestos to make:

  • Air Force planes
  • Bases and barracks
  • Navy and Coast Guard ships
  • Tanks, trucks, and vehicles

The VA offers many benefits to help veterans with mesothelioma.

These VA benefits include:

  • Burial & funeral coverage
  • Disability compensation
  • Health care services
  • Military pension plans

Veterans can also access mesothelioma treatments through the VA. Some of the nation’s best mesothelioma doctors are on staff to help veterans.

Several VA medical centers and offices are located in Idaho. Contact any on the list below by going to va.gov (the VA’s official website).

Veterans Benefits Administration

  • Boise Regional Office, Boise
  • Mountain Home Air Force Base

VA Medical Centers

  • Boise VA Medical Center, Boise

Community-Based Outpatient Clinics

  • Caldwell VA Clinic
  • North Idaho VA Clinic
  • Grangeville VA Outpatient Clinic
  • Idaho Falls VA Clinic
  • Lewiston VA Clinic
  • Pocatello VA Clinic
  • Twin Falls VA Clinic

Veterans Centers

  • Boise Veterans Center
  • Pocatello Veterans Center

Veterans who want to file a VA benefits claim can start with an Idaho mesothelioma lawyer. Lawyers can pinpoint when, where, and how a veteran was exposed to asbestos while they served.

Veterans can then connect with a Veterans Service Officer (VSO) and use this information to file a claim.

AML and VFW Service Officers in Idaho

VSOs are trained by the VA to help veterans access military benefits. They work with organizations such as the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and the American Legion (AML), all of which have offices in Idaho.

There are over 100 veterans offices located across Idaho.

The following is a partial list of Idaho veterans service offices:

Boise

  • American Ex-Prisoners of War
  • American Legion
  • American Veterans
  • Catholic War Veterans of the USA
  • Disabled American Veterans
  • Fleet Reserve Association
  • Idaho Division of Veterans Services
  • Marine Corps League
  • The Retired Enlisted Association
  • Veterans of Foreign Wars

Pocatello

  • American Ex-Prisoners of War
  • American Legion
  • American Veterans
  • Fleet Reserve Association
  • The Retired Enlisted Association

Post Falls

  • American Legion
  • Idaho Division of Veterans Services
  • National Association of Country Veterans Service

Veterans can contact these offices and connect with a VSO. Veterans can also reach out to a mesothelioma lawyer to see if they qualify for other forms of compensation. Download our Free Veterans Compensation Guide today to learn if and how you can access financial assistance for an asbestos-related illness.

Contacting an Idaho Mesothelioma Lawyer

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you can contact a mesothelioma lawyer in Idaho regarding compensation.

These lawyers know the burdens that come with a mesothelioma diagnosis and will do everything they can to help you.

To learn more about your options, contact our team for a free, no-obligation case review. Our Idaho mesothelioma lawyers never charge upfront or out-of-pocket fees, and they get paid only if your case results in compensation. Get started with a free legal consultation.

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