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Mesothelioma Lawyers

Page Updated on February 28, 2023
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Mesothelioma lawyers specialize in helping victims of asbestos exposure take legal actions and seek compensation. Only hire a lawyer with specific and proven experience working with clients on asbestos lawsuits. Ideally, they work as part of a larger team with a network of legal, asbestos, and medical experts.

To find out if you are entitled to substantial compensation, we invite you to fill out our form to get a free Financial Compensation Packet. You’ll learn about the most experienced mesothelioma lawyers in your area, how to file a claim for the $30 billion asbestos trust funds, how to get paid in 90 days, and more.

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  • What Is a Mesothelioma Lawyer?
  • Why Should You Hire a Mesothelioma Lawyer?
  • How Can a Mesothelioma Lawyer Help Me?
  • Can I Hire Any Lawyer for My Asbestos Case?
  • How Do I Find a Mesothelioma Lawyer Near Me?
  • What to Look For in a Mesothelioma Lawyer
  • Mesothelioma Lawyer FAQs
  • How Do I Start Getting Legal Help Today?

What Is a Mesothelioma Lawyer?

A mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer is a lawyer who specializes in helping victims of asbestos exposure. Many industries used asbestos in products, equipment, and buildings. This harmful mineral exposed millions of workers, leading to thousands of diagnoses of devastating illnesses:

  • Pleural mesothelioma
  • Peritoneal mesothelioma
  • Lung cancer
  • Asbestosis

The government now restricts asbestos use and sets guidelines for worker protections. Asbestos illnesses take decades to develop, so many workers exposed in the past are now getting sick. Asbestos also lingers in many buildings, creating an ongoing risk.

Mesothelioma lawyers work with people exposed to asbestos. They explain their legal rights, provide advice and guidance, and take legal actions on behalf of clients. An asbestos attorney can help you hold companies accountable and get compensation for your illness.

Why Should You Hire a Mesothelioma Lawyer?

A diagnosis of mesothelioma leaves you with a lot of tough choices to make. You may be ready to focus on treatment and getting well, but you still need to make legal and financial decisions.

There are several important reasons to consider hiring a mesothelioma lawyer:

  • You’re not sure if you were exposed to asbestos.
  • You feel confident you were exposed but you don’t know where or when.
  • You just received a diagnosis of an asbestos illness, and you don’t know what to do next.
  • You aren’t sure if you are eligible to sue, to claim with an asbestos trust, or to get other benefits.
  • You know you want to file an asbestos lawsuit but don’t know where to begin.
  • You’ve tried to claim with a trust but were denied or got less than you feel you deserve.
  • An insurer offered you compensation, but you aren’t sure if you should accept it.

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How Can a Mesothelioma Lawyer Help Me?

With expertise in asbestos laws and cases, the right lawyer will be able to explain all your options. You have several choices, and the best one will depend on individual factors. A mesothelioma lawyer is in the best position to help you make this decision.

Mesothelioma Attorneys Help Clients Sue Abestos Companies

One of the options you might have is to sue one or more companies that made or supplied asbestos for your workplace. A lawsuit may seem intimidating, but the right lawyer will guide you and do most of the work.

But, Am I Eligible for an Asbestos Lawsuit?

This is an important question many victims of asbestos exposure have. Don’t assume you can’t sue. If you have an asbestos illness, chances are someone is responsible for your exposure. You are entitled to challenge those companies.

Isn’t a Lawsuit Expensive and Time-Consuming?

Mesothelioma lawyers don’t charge fees until they win compensation for their clients. A lawsuit may take time to complete, but your lawyer will do the work.

Experienced asbestos attorneys understand how sick their clients are and make the process easy for them.

Asbestos Lawyers Get Clients Settlements

The best outcome of taking legal action is a settlement. Most lawsuits over asbestos end in a settlement, but going to trial is always a possibility.

A settlement is desirable because it will allow you to recover damages more quickly without a lengthy trial. Most defendants are willing to settle out of court, and your lawyer will fight for this outcome.

Learn more about settlements

Mesothelioma Lawyers Take Cases to Trial

If a company won’t settle and offer you a fair amount of compensation, your lawyer can represent you in a trial.

Your legal team will make your case before a judge and jury. This may take longer and can be stressful, but jury awards are often higher than settlement amounts. If you have a strong case, your lawyer may advise you to go forward with a trial.

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They Can Help You Claim with Asbestos Trust Funds

Many companies responsible for asbestos exposure set up trust funds to compensate victims. This includes companies that went out of business or filed for bankruptcy.

The negligent party that owes you compensation could be your employer or a company that supplied asbestos to your employer. Your lawyer can help you file with the appropriate trust fund.

Learn more about trust funds

Johns Manville created the first asbestos trust fund in 1988. [Photo by Wikipedia/Public Domain]

Mesothelioma Lawyers Get Veterans Benefits

Military veterans who developed mesothelioma during active duty can apply for healthcare and disability benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

If you can prove your illness is connected to your time in service, you’ll likely get approved for VA benefits.

Learn more about veteran claims

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Can I Hire Any Lawyer for My Asbestos Case?

Asbestos cases are highly specialized and complicated. You cannot settle for a general lawyer or a specialist in another area of the law.

Mesothelioma lawyers are experts in their subject. They know which companies used asbestos and when and where. They have networks of investigators and medical experts. Most importantly, they have proven wins for clients like you.

The right lawyer, an expert in asbestos and mesothelioma, can help you in several ways:

  • Provide expertise to explain your options
  • Guide your decisions in taking legal action
  • Use access to databases and experts to investigate your asbestos exposure
  • Explain your rights to compensation
  • File a lawsuit and negotiate on your behalf for a settlement
  • Take your case to court if necessary
  • File a claim with an asbestos trust fund for compensation
  • Give you a better chance of winning as compared to a general practice lawyer

How Do I Find a Mesothelioma Lawyer Near Me?

You can find a mesothelioma or asbestos lawyer by searching online or responding to advertisements for asbestos services.

If you know someone who has gone through a similar experience, they may be able to refer you to a good lawyer. You may have a lawyer you trust who can refer a specialist in asbestos cases.

If you can’t get any personal references, turn to your state bar association or local advocacy groups for asbestos or mesothelioma victims.

 

What to Look For in a Mesothelioma Lawyer

Once you have searched in your area for a mesothelioma lawyer, be discriminating. You don’t have to settle for the first lawyer or firm you talk to.

The best mesothelioma and asbestos lawyers and law firms:

  • Are experts in all areas of state and federal asbestos laws
  • Understand asbestos-related diseases and know the special needs of patients
  • Trained to work compassionately with asbestos victims and their families
  • Know how to investigate companies to find details of asbestos exposure
  • Offer free consultations to determine if they can take your case
  • Provide references from previous clients

Mesothelioma Lawyer FAQs

A mesothelioma diagnosis raises a lot of questions, especially as you begin to consider taking legal action. Here are answers to some of the most common questions mesothelioma lawyers get:

How Will a Mesothelioma Lawyer Prove My Case?

This is one of the main reasons you need an experienced mesothelioma attorney. They have the knowledge and experience to track down your past exposure.

The right lawyer can determine where and when you encountered asbestos. They also work with medical experts to show that the exposure led to your illness.

Your lawyer will need you to provide as much information as you have, including your entire work history, any military service history, and medical records.

What Can I Expect for a Settlement Amount?

Settlements in asbestos cases vary widely and depend on individual factors:

  • How long you were exposed
  • The negligence of companies or employers responsible for your exposure
  • How sick you are
  • Your medical bills and future estimated expenses
  • Any wages you have lost due to being sick

The average settlement amount for asbestos exposure victims is $1 million and $1.4 million.

How Much Can an Asbestos Lawyer Get Me from a Trust?

As with settlements, the amount depends on individual factors. In general, trust amounts are much less than settlements from lawsuits. On average, asbestos trust fund claims are $180,000.

What if I Can’t Afford a Lawyer? 

Most lawyers who help asbestos victims only charge a fee if and when they win for you. This is known as a contingency payment plan.

Do I Have a Case if I Don’t Know Where I Was Exposed?

There have been many cases where people have won their lawsuits only after an attorney uncovered where the asbestos exposure occurred.

If you aren’t sure where you encountered asbestos, your lawyer will investigate and get answers.

Will I Have to Sue My Employer? 

You may file a lawsuit for asbestos exposure against a previous employer. But it’s more likely you will file a lawsuit against the companies that manufactured asbestos products and supplied them to your employer.

I Was Exposed in the Military, But I Can’t Sue the Government Can I? 

While it is true that the government isn’t held liable for your asbestos exposure, veterans can still seek compensation. You will file against the manufacturers that supplied asbestos products to the government and military.

Will I Have to Attend Hearings? 

Mesothelioma is a painful and fatiguing illness. Being physically present in a court may not be possible. 

Always let your lawyers know how you feel so they can make arrangements accordingly.

Can a Mesothelioma Attorney Help Me Get Disability Benefits? 

Yes, your lawyer can help you get disability payments for your illness.

Will I Get Updated on the Progress of My Case?

Once you’ve found your lawyer, never hesitate to contact them with questions or for assistance. The best attorneys will always keep their clients updated.

When Should I File My Claim?

It’s important to act quickly on mesothelioma claims and lawsuits. The average life expectancy after a diagnosis of mesothelioma is only 18 months.

Additionally, states have statutes of limitations that limit the time you have to start a lawsuit.

How Long Does it Take a Lawyer to Get Compensation?

A mesothelioma lawsuit may end in a settlement within a few months or even less. If it goes to trial, it could take several months, even a year or more, to get a verdict.

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How Do I Start Getting Legal Help Today?

Fill out our form to get your free Financial Compensation Packet with information on the experienced mesothelioma attorneys in your area. Or call us at 800-793-4540. ong with our packet, an experienced asbestos attorney will be able to assist and provide you with in-depth information regarding your federal and state rights.Along with our packet, an experienced asbestos attorney will be able to assist and provide you with in-depth information regarding your federal and state rights.Along with our packet, an experienced asbestos attorney will be able to assist and provide you with in-depth information regarding your federal and state rights.Along with our packet, an experienced asbestos attorney will be able to assist and provide you with in-depth information regarding your federal and state rights.Along with our packet, an experienced asbestos attorney will be able to assist and provide you with in-depth information regarding your federal and state rights.

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Paul Danziger grew up in Houston, Texas and earned a law degree from Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago. For over 25 years years he has focused on representing mesothelioma cancer victims and others hurt by asbestos exposure. Paul and his law firm have represented thousands of people diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer, recovering significant compensation for injured clients. Every client is extremely important to Paul and he will take every call from clients who want to speak with him. Paul and his law firm handle mesothelioma cases throughout the United States.

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  2. https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancer-causes/asbestos.html
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  7. https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/asbestos/index.asp?_ga=2.111440196.193094524.1547223378-765586305.1547062781
  8. https://www.va.gov/service-member-benefits/
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