Labor Code section 5406.5

In the case of the death of an asbestos worker or firefighter from asbestosis, the period within which proceedings may be commenced for the collection of the benefits provided by Article 4 (commencing with Section 4700) of Chapter 2 of Part 2 is one year from the date of death.

Source: Section 5406.5, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=LAB§ionNum=5406.5. (accessed May 4, 2025).

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Apr. 24, 2025

§ 5406.5’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/labor_code_section_5406.5

Original Source: Section 5406.5, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=LAB§ionNum=5406.5. (last accessed Apr. 24, 2025).