Clackamas County Mesothelioma Lawyer
A mesothelioma diagnosis is devastating for patients and families, and they deserve justice and compensation. A dedicated Clackamas County mesothelioma lawyer from our team can work with you to develop a personalized legal strategy to seek the money you deserve. If you are suffering from an asbestos-related disease, call 503-447-6230 or contact us today to learn about your mesothelioma legal options.
Vanessa Firnhaber Oslund, Partner, Oslund Udo Little Last Updated: September 19, 2025
Asbestos Lawyers Serving Clackamas County
Millions Recovered for Clackamas County Residents
Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure in Clackamas County, OR
Who Is Most at Risk for Mesothelioma in Clackamas County?
Asbestos Exposure for Workers in Clackamas County, OR
Contact Oslund Udo Little—Your Trusted Clackamas County Mesothelioma Lawyers
- Mesothelioma, an aggressive cancer that attacks the lining of the body’s internal organs, is usually the result of asbestos exposure.
- Clackamas County residents may have been exposed to asbestos on the job or in the environment.
- Victims of asbestos exposure have several options for obtaining money, including asbestos trust funds and personal injury lawsuits.
- Our Oregon law firm has decades of experience winning big settlements and verdicts for Clackamas County mesothelioma families.
Asbestos Lawyers Serving Clackamas County
For 30 years, Oslund Udo Little—formerly known as Bergman Oslund Udo Little—has worked for mesothelioma patients and their families in Washington and Oregon. Our clients choose us because of our track record of providing compassionate representation and obtaining life-changing results.
We’re proud to serve the residents of Clackamas County, Oregon’s third-most populous county. The county’s over 400,000 residents work hard on farms, in forests, on construction sites, and at factories. Many of the country’s major industries have placed workers at a high risk of asbestos exposure, and other residents may have encountered asbestos during military service.
No matter where you were exposed to asbestos, our team will fight for you. The money from a settlement or verdict can help you pay off medical bills and secure the future for your family, even if asbestos-related illness prevents you from working.
We are the Pacific Northwest’s Premier Mesothelioma Law Firm. We have developed an extensive database of the products and job sites known for asbestos exposure in Clackamas County and throughout Oregon. We will use our knowledge and resources to pinpoint the source of your asbestos exposure and seek to hold the responsible parties accountable.
Our dedicated attorneys understand how asbestos-related diseases affect families in our community, and we know how to win against even the largest companies.
Millions Recovered for Clackamas County Residents
Oslund Udo Little has recovered over $1 billion for asbestos families across Oregon. Our large settlements and verdicts help families manage life expenses and enjoy the time they have together.
The chief path for compensation is a mesothelioma lawsuit against the party responsible for your exposure. A lawsuit can help you access the money you need for medical bills and compensate you for the effects on your life. If your loved one has died from mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness, you can pursue a wrongful death lawsuit against the company that exposed them to asbestos.
Meanwhile, many asbestos companies have filed for bankruptcy protection. However, the courts required that they establish asbestos trust funds to compensate exposure victims. These trust funds typically offer an easier way for mesothelioma patients and their families to obtain compensation.
In most cases, you have two years from your diagnosis to file a mesothelioma personal injury suit. If a loved one has died, you have three years to file a wrongful death suit. However, it takes time to build a successful claim. Thus, acting quickly is crucial.
An experienced and knowledgeable Clackamas County asbestos attorney from Oslund Udo Little can help you determine the compensation options available and file your claim on time.
Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure in Clackamas County, OR
Between 1999 and 2017, 4,478 people died from asbestos-related illnesses in Oregon, with 548 Clackamas County residents among them. The county has the second-highest number of asbestos-related deaths in the state.
The danger of asbestos lies in its fibrous structure. When small fibers of this mineral are disturbed and released into the air, people can inhale or ingest them. The fibers can become lodged in the tissue lining bodily organs, such as the lungs and abdomen.
The human body cannot break down the fibers, so they accumulate over time, causing harmful inflammation and cell damage. The more asbestos you’re exposed to, the greater your risk of developing asbestos-related diseases, such as mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
For decades, asbestos companies have exposed workers and consumers to dangerous conditions on the job, outdoors, and even in their own homes. These companies placed profit over people, and Clackamas County residents were the ones who got hurt.
Clackamas County residents have also been exposed to environmental asbestos, such as in the 2023 Happy Valley Fire, when a building with asbestos-containing material caught fire. Residents were ordered to shelter in place for a quarter mile around the site, and others were evacuated due to high particulate matter.
Who Is Most at Risk for Mesothelioma in Clackamas County?
Asbestos was extensively used in construction, industry, and consumer goods throughout much of the 20th century. Thus, asbestos exposure can come from many different sources. Due to its durability and fireproofing properties, products as diverse as ceiling tiles and automotive brakes contained asbestos.
Clackamas County mesothelioma patients may have faced asbestos exposure on job sites in a variety of industries, including construction and shipbuilding.
Asbestos Exposure for Workers in Clackamas County, OR
Many industries in Clackamas County and throughout Oregon have exposed workers to asbestos, including the following:
- Paper mills
- Power plants
- Construction
- Mining
- Lumber mills
- Chemical plants
- Auto repair
- Shipyards
- Military installations
- Manufacturing
These industries often use asbestos-containing materials in durable parts and fireproof insulation. As those materials age, they can break down, releasing asbestos particles into the air.
If you suspect you may have had occupational asbestos exposure, speak with your doctor about your medical risks. If you are already sick, your doctor may diagnose you with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease. A formal diagnosis may make you eligible for mesothelioma lawsuits.
Contact Oslund Udo Little—Your Trusted Clackamas County Mesothelioma Lawyers
Oslund Udo Little’s local roots and years of experience fighting in the Clackamas County courts give us a decided edge that national firms can’t match. We know the toll mesothelioma has taken on our community, and we’re committed to helping victims and their families through the legal process with patience and support.
If you’ve been sickened by asbestos exposure, you deserve justice. We provide free, no-obligation case reviews to help you understand your legal options. In addition, you only pay us if we recover compensation for you. Contact us today or call 503-447-6230.
Clackamas County Mesothelioma FAQs
The following are some answers to common questions we receive. If you don’t see your question answered here, reach out to us today.
My Company Has Exposed Me to Asbestos. What Should I Do?
If you learn your company has exposed you to asbestos, seek immediate medical attention. Talk to your doctor about your risk of asbestos-related disease and contact an asbestos lawyer to learn more about your legal options.
Why Are Asbestos Companies Responsible After So Many Years?
Asbestos-related diseases have long latency periods and may not develop until years or even decades after exposure. Despite knowing the health risks, many companies hid the information from the public and continued manufacturing and using asbestos-containing products. Courts have repeatedly found asbestos manufacturers liable for harm caused by their products.
Which Jobs Are at the Highest Risk for Exposure?
Many workers have been exposed to dangerous amounts of asbestos on the job in industries such as mining, paper manufacturing, construction, shipbuilding, and more. You may also be at risk if you served in the military, especially if you worked in a Navy shipyard.
Who Should I Contact If I or a Loved One Has Been Exposed?
Find a doctor who can screen you for asbestos-related illness and contact a lawyer who can discuss a potential legal case.
Asbestos Lawyers Serving Clackamas County
Millions Recovered for Clackamas County Residents
Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure in Clackamas County, OR
Who Is Most at Risk for Mesothelioma in Clackamas County?
Asbestos Exposure for Workers in Clackamas County, OR
Contact Oslund Udo Little—Your Trusted Clackamas County Mesothelioma Lawyers
