What is a Mesothelioma Lawyer?
Mesothelioma Lawyers help victims take legal action and seek Compensation for Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. An attorney with experience in wrongful death and personal injury cases can help you through every step of the legal process.
While millions of Americans were exposed and developed serious illnesses such as mesothelioma and lung cancer, manufacturers of asbestos-based products hid a deadly truth. Asbestos mesothelioma attorneys help hold these companies accountable and compensate victims and their families.
How do mesothelioma attorneys help asbestos victims?
This type of lawyer provides important legal assistance to help clients and their families seek compensation for asbestos exposure and hold negligent companies accountable.
A top mesothelioma lawyer can:
Identify compensation options to cover medical costs and financially support your family
File a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the product that caused your illness
Go through a process that guides you every step of the way. Give you peace of mind that justice will be served for your asbestos exposure. Request a free case review from a law partner at
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Types of Legal Claims Handled by Mesothelioma Lawyers
Asbestos Mesothelioma Lawyers handle many different types of legal claims for their clients. Your mesothelioma attorney will determine what type of claim to pursue based on your specific case.
The following types of mesothelioma claims are available:
Personal Injury Lawsuits: These types of claims are brought by mesothelioma victims to seek compensation from companies responsible for asbestos exposure.
Wrongful Death Lawsuit: This type of claim is brought by a spouse, family member, or estate representative to seek compensation on behalf of a mesothelioma victim after his or her death.
Asbestos Trust Fund Claims: Some manufacturers of asbestos-containing products have filed for bankruptcy to avoid litigation. In such cases, victims can file a claim for compensation with the Asbestos Trust Fund.
VA Benefits: Veterans who develop mesothelioma due to exposure to military asbestos may be eligible for financial compensation and medical care from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
You can file a lawsuit or asbestos trust fund claim even if you are already receiving veterans benefits. Additionally, no mesothelioma lawsuits will be filed against the U.S. government or any military entity.
We can help you or a loved one receive compensation from a trust fund so you never have to step foot in court. Find out if you're eligible today.
Notable Mesothelioma Settlement Amounts
Mesothelioma attorneys can seek monetary compensation through settlements or court judgments. On average, mesothelioma settlements result in total awards to clients ranging from $1 million to $1.4 million. The first payment he can receive within 90 days.
Notable settlements in mesothelioma litigation include:
$250 Million Judgment Against Steelworkers
$30 Million Judgment Against Construction Manager
$13.1 Million Settlement Against Carpenter
$12 Million Settlement Against Workers
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