Asbestos / Mesothelioma Lawsuit in Kentucky

Time limits apply in Kentucky. Find out if you still qualify.

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Statute of Limitations

Kentucky Revised Statutes § 413.140(1)(a) provides a 1-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. The discovery rule applies from date of mesothelioma diagnosis. Kentucky's 1-year SOL is among the most urgent in the country — contact an attorney immediately upon diagnosis.

1 year from diagnosis — CRITICAL URGENCY

Kentucky Data

Exposure in Kentucky

Source: Kentucky Cancer Registry 2024

Source: KRS § 413.140(1)(a)

Source: NIOSH Kentucky Occupational Data

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Kentucky

University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center