Ohio Mesothelioma Lawyers

How to Find and Choose an Ohio Mesothelioma Lawyer

Choosing the right mesothelioma lawyer in Ohio means finding someone who understands the state’s asbestos laws and tough litigation landscape. Ohio has a long history with asbestos cases and recent reforms that make filings more complex. Find a lawyer who takes time to explain your rights and options clearly.

Many leading law firms serving Ohio clients come from across the country and will meet you at home. These firms offer resources like experienced investigators and medical specialists who understand Ohio’s industrial exposure sites, such as chemical plants and steel mills. They know how to handle cases that span multiple states.

Ohio ranks No. 8 in the nation for mesothelioma cases and No. 9 in deaths, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Having a lawyer who understands these statistics and Ohio’s industrial past can affect your case’s outcome. The mesothelioma attorneys at national firm Simmons Hanly Conroy, for example, have secured more than $411 million for clients in Ohio.

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Compensation From Asbestos Filings in Ohio

Multimillion-dollar mesothelioma verdicts aren’t the norm in Ohio. Most mesothelioma lawsuits settle before trial. The top asbestos law firms regularly recover asbestos settlements worth more than $1 million.

However, there have been substantial damages awarded in asbestos lawsuits in Ohio. In 2022, Weitz & Luxenberg secured $43 million for a mesothelioma patient after a jury found Algoma Hardwoods responsible for asbestos exposure.

Notable Ohio Settlements, Verdicts or Trust Funds

• $8.2 million: A Cuyahoga County jury awarded these damages in 2018 to a former electrician who died of mesothelioma after exposure to Union Carbide’s asbestos fibers that were used in Georgia Pacific’s Ready-Mix joint compound.
• $27.5 million: An Ohio jury awarded these damages in 2013 to a man who developed mesothelioma after secondary exposure to asbestos through his father, who worked with asbestos brake pads that National Friction Products Corporation manufactured. It’s the largest asbestos verdict ever awarded in Ohio.
• $1 Million: An Ohio jury in 2016 ordered Honeywell to pay more than $1 million to the estate of a woman who developed peritoneal mesothelioma after exposure to Bendix asbestos brakes. Honeywell is the successor to Bendix.

Experienced mesothelioma law firms are also known to recover six-figure payouts from asbestos trust funds. Make sure they’re familiar with Ohio’s trust transparency laws. These laws affect mesothelioma compensation in Ohio.

How Does an Asbestos Lawyer Handle Your Claim in Ohio

Working with an asbestos lawyer in Ohio means having support at every step of the legal process. Your lawyer starts by reviewing your medical records to confirm the mesothelioma diagnosis. They then collect evidence about your asbestos exposure, such as where you worked, military service or products you came in contact with.

Steps to a Mesothelioma Claim

1. Gather medical records: Your lawyer collects documentation to confirm your mesothelioma diagnosis and link it to asbestos exposure.
2. Investigate exposure history: Your legal team investigates the products and exposure sites in Ohio responsible for your diagnosis, such as vermiculite-processing plants, including The Scotts Company and other facilities that received the raw mineral from Libby, Montana, which contained tremolite asbestos that posed health hazards to workers and those nearby.
3. Work with experts: Your legal team consults medical and occupational experts to strengthen evidence and build the strongest possible case.
4. File your claim: Your attorney files claims with asbestos trust funds and personal injury lawsuits in Ohio courts, adhering to the state’s 2-year statute of limitations from diagnosis for personal injury or from death for wrongful death claims.
5. Manage legal procedures: Your lawyer handles all paperwork, court filings, procedural requirements and your testimony throughout your case.
6. Negotiate or litigate: Your attorney negotiates settlements with defendants or prepares for trial if needed to maximize your compensation.

Most mesothelioma claims settle within 12 to 18 months. Throughout the process, your lawyer manages deadlines, collects evidence and communicates with defendants to protect your rights. This allows you to focus on your health while your attorney fights for the mesothelioma compensation you deserve.

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Asbestos Exposure in Ohio

Workers in Ohio have been exposed to asbestos products in manufacturing plants, power generation plants, refineries, factories, mills and construction sites. Ohio is No. 6 in the U.S. for mesothelioma and asbestosis deaths. The state’s high ranking is attributed to Ohio’s rich industrial and manufacturing history.

Sites in Ohio Known for Asbestos Exposure

• Chemical plants and refineries: Ohio is a leading producer of rubber, plastics and other chemicals. The high-temperature pipes and refining equipment involved in chemical production need insulation. Asbestos insulation was the type used in these settings.
• Power Generation Plants: Asbestos insulation was also installed in power plants throughout Ohio. Arc chutes, electrical boxes and wire also contained asbestos.
• Rubber Plants: Goodyear, Firestone and others had plants in Akron. Workers used asbestos-contaminated talc to keep the rubber from sticking together. In 2020, a $72.5 million settlement occurred between rubber workers and the talc supplier.
• Schools: Asbestos exposure in Ohio schools happens because the toxic mineral was frequently used in construction materials like insulation, floor tiles and ceiling materials in the 20th century. These materials remain in many older buildings across the state, putting staff, teachers and students at potential risk during renovations or deterioration.
• Steel mills and factories: Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel, AK Steel Holding Corporation and LTV Steel had operations in Ohio that put metal workers at risk. Asbestos exposure risks also apply to manufacturers of car parts and appliances, such as employees of Ohio Cast Products.
• Vermiculite-processing plants: The Scotts Company and other plants received the raw mineral from Libby, Montana. Vermiculite from Libby contains tremolite asbestos. Processing released asbestos fibers, which posed a health hazard to workers and those nearby.

In January 2022, a renovation of a century-old library in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, began following an asbestos removal project. The project removed old asbestos floor tile and asbestos-containing caulking. 

Other historic buildings throughout Ohio remain contaminated with asbestos. The state oversees asbestos removal projects to ensure the safety of workers and residents.

Procter & Gamble Ivorydale Plant

The Procter & Gamble Ivorydale plant in Cincinnati exposed many workers to asbestos used to insulate pipes, boilers and equipment. Employees regularly handled asbestos while maintaining and operating high-heat machinery. They often lacked proper protection, which led to heavy inhalation of asbestos fibers.

Also, Procter & Gamble’s acquisition of the Old Spice brand raised concerns. Some talcum powder products contained asbestos, putting consumers at risk of exposure. The plant’s use of asbestos and related products has caused many asbestos-related illnesses, including mesothelioma. These exposures have led to several legal claims.

Occupational Asbestos Exposure in Ohio

Family members of asbestos workers faced the risk of secondary exposure when their loved ones unknowingly brought asbestos fibers home on their work clothes. In Ohio, veterans who develop mesothelioma from asbestos exposure in the military may file a VA claim for benefits. They also have access to VA health care in the state.

Higher-Risk Jobs in Ohio

• Asbestos manufacturing workers
• Automotive plant workers
• Chemical plant workers
• Construction workers
• Insulation installers
• Manufacturing plant workers
• Metal workers
• Oil refinery workers
• Paper mill workers
• Power plant workers

Ohio is the corporate headquarters of several major companies in the asbestos industry. Cincinnati was home to Philip Carey, which mined asbestos for insulation products. Cleveland was home to the North American Refractories Company, which specialized in manufacturing heat- and friction-resistant materials.

Headquartered in Toledo, the Dana Corporation made asbestos-containing brake pads, gaskets and seals. Toledo is also home to Owens-Corning Fiberglas, a producer of asbestos-containing insulation. Fellow insulation maker Owens-Illinois is headquartered in Perrysburg. Medina has the headquarters of Republic Powdered Metals. It acquired Reardon Company’s line of Bondex-brand products and the liability for the asbestos in those products.

How Your Lawyer Supports You in Ohio’s Changing Asbestos Litigation

Ohio’s asbestos laws and litigation landscape continue to evolve. Recent reforms require plaintiffs to provide detailed disclosures early in the case, including sworn statements that list every company being sued and explain each asbestos exposure. Lawyers play a crucial role in tracking these deadlines and making sure evidence meets strict legal standards.

Ohio Legislative Changes

• Ohio Revised Code Section 2307.931: Enacted in January 2025, it requires plaintiffs filing asbestos claims to submit detailed disclosures within 60 days. This includes information on exposure sites, products, dates and witnesses. Failure to meet these requirements can lead to dismissal of claims, streamlining litigation and reducing frivolous lawsuits.​
• Ohio House Bill 380: Effective in 2013, this is the first law in the nation to require asbestos plaintiffs to disclose all claims made to asbestos bankruptcy trusts. The law aims to prevent “double dipping,” where claimants seek compensation from both trust funds and civil litigation for the same asbestos exposure. Under HB 380, plaintiffs must provide a sworn statement disclosing any asbestos trust claims and produce related documents during discovery.

Many firms now help clients decide if filing in Ohio or another state offers a stronger case. As asbestos and talc lawsuits rise nationally, Ohio lawyers stay updated on these trends and adapt their strategies to secure fair settlements or prepare for trial. Having an experienced lawyer focused on Ohio asbestos litigation means you have a trusted advocate who handles complex rules, protects your claim from pitfalls and supports you through every legal step.