Urgent: California has a 1-year filing deadline. Consult an attorney immediately after diagnosis.

Mesothelioma Lawyers for Glendale, California

Workers in Glendale were exposed to asbestos at 2 documented sites. If you developed mesothelioma from exposure in this area, you may have legal options for compensation.

Glendale is a charter city in Los Angeles County, California, with a 2020 population of 196,543. Located primarily in the Verdugo Mountains at the southeastern edge of the San Fernando Valley, about 10 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, it spans 30.6 square miles with minimal water coverage and borders Burbank, Pasadena, and Los Angeles neighborhoods. Its economy features a small manufacturing component alongside dominant retail, service, financial, and film sectors; historically, the Pacific Electric Railroad drove residential growth after 1904, with no notable records of shipbuilding, chemical, construction, mining, power generation, or military industries.

Workers across 2 documented sites in the Glendale area were exposed to asbestos in industrial, commercial, and government settings.

Map of Glendale, California — 2 documented asbestos exposure sites
Glendale 2 exposure sites Los Angeles County

Asbestos Exposure Sites in Glendale

Glendale, California has 2 companies and facilities with documented asbestos exposure on record. Workers at these sites, and their families who may have experienced secondary exposure, may qualify for mesothelioma compensation.

2 Documented Exposure Sites
  • Contadina Services, Inc.
  • Nestle Purina

An experienced mesothelioma attorney can determine if you were exposed at any of these locations and identify additional responsible parties for your claim. This list may not include all exposure sources.

Filing Deadlines in California

California law sets strict time limits for filing mesothelioma claims. These deadlines begin when you receive a diagnosis, not when exposure occurred.

Personal Injury
1 Year from Diagnosis
Claims filed by patients
Wrongful Death
1 Year from Death
Claims filed by family

Missing these deadlines can permanently bar your right to compensation. Even with longer deadlines, starting early gives your legal team time to gather evidence and build a strong case.

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Compensation Options

Mesothelioma patients exposed in Glendale may be eligible for compensation from multiple sources.

Lawsuits Against Responsible Parties

Personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits can be filed against companies responsible for asbestos exposure. These claims can recover damages for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life. Average mesothelioma settlements range from $1 million to $2.4 million, and total compensation is often higher.

Asbestos Trust Funds

Many asbestos companies have filed for bankruptcy and established trust funds to pay victims. Over 60 trusts hold more than $30 billion. You can file claims with multiple trusts if you were exposed to products from multiple companies.

VA Benefits

Veterans who developed mesothelioma from military service typically qualify for VA disability compensation, often at the 100% rating. These benefits can be received alongside lawsuit settlements and trust fund payments.

Cancer Centers Near Glendale

These cancer centers are near Glendale. Specialized centers provide access to clinical trials, multidisciplinary treatment teams, and oncologists experienced with asbestos-related cancers.

University of Southern California (USC)

Los Angeles, CA, ~6 mi

323.865.3000

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Los Angeles, CA, ~9 mi

310.423.3277

University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)

Los Angeles, CA, ~13 mi

310.825.9111

City of Hope

Duarte, CA, ~16 mi

626.256.4673

University of California, Irvine

Orange, CA, ~32 mi

714.456.8600

St. Joseph Hospital of Orange

Orange, CA, ~34 mi

714.633.9111

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Finding a Mesothelioma Lawyer

When seeking legal representation for a mesothelioma case related to Glendale exposure, look for:

  • Asbestos litigation experience: Attorneys who focus on mesothelioma cases
  • Knowledge of local exposure sites: Familiarity with Glendale and California industries
  • Track record of results: Past settlements and verdicts in similar cases
  • Resources for investigation: Databases of products and companies
  • Contingency fee structure: No payment unless they recover compensation

Most mesothelioma attorneys offer confidential case reviews and work on contingency: you pay nothing unless they recover compensation.