Mesothelioma Lawyers for Coffeyville, Kansas

2 companies and facilities in Coffeyville have documented asbestos exposure on record. Families affected by mesothelioma from exposure in this area may be eligible for compensation through trust fund claims and litigation.

Coffeyville is in Montgomery County, southeastern Kansas, along the west bank of the Verdigris River, with a city proper population of approximately 8,800 (8,826 in 2020; 8,752 in 2023). Historically, it served as a major shipping point for Texas cattle after railroad completion in the 1870s and developed in the mid-continent gas and oil field (natural gas discovered 1892); currently, key industries include oil refining (Coffeyville Refinery, one of the oldest in the U.S.), manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and logistics/transportation. The city covers 9.47 square miles, all land, at average elevations of 738-751 feet, and is the largest in its county, near the Oklahoma border.

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

Map of Coffeyville, Kansas — 2 documented asbestos exposure sites
Coffeyville 2 exposure sites Montgomery County

Asbestos Exposure Sites in Coffeyville

Coffeyville, Kansas 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
  • Co-Op Refinery
  • Sherwin-Williams

This list may not include all exposure sources. An attorney with access to asbestos product databases can identify additional responsible parties based on work history and job site records.

Filing Deadlines in Kansas

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

Personal Injury
2 Years from Diagnosis
Claims filed by patients
Wrongful Death
2 Years 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 Coffeyville 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 amounts that vary widely by case, 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 for veterans

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 in Kansas

The following NCI-designated cancer centers in Kansas treat people with mesothelioma.

The University of Kansas Cancer Center

Westwood, KS

844.323.1227

Cancer Center of Kansas

Wichita, KS

316.262.4467

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Finding a Mesothelioma Lawyer

When looking for legal representation for a mesothelioma case tied to Coffeyville exposure, a few things separate asbestos-focused firms from general personal injury practices. Look for attorneys who concentrate on asbestos litigation rather than dabble in it, and who carry working knowledge of Coffeyville and Kansas industries and the specific job sites in the area. Ask about the firm's track record of settlements and verdicts in similar cases. Confirm they carry the investigation resources these claims need, including product identification databases and access to the decades of deposition testimony already on file. Finally, most mesothelioma attorneys work on contingency, which means no payment unless they recover compensation.

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