Experienced Asbestos Legal Representation and Case Management
With our Pennsylvania mesothelioma attorneys, you can rest assured that we’ll get you the compensation you deserve after a mesothelioma diagnosis – even if the process of asbestos litigation is complex and daunting.
You can get a free consultation and case evaluation with no upfront costs or fees because we work on a contingency basis. Our comprehensive legal support allows you to focus on your health while we handle your case from start to finish. Give us a call at (833) 372-3529 to get immediate help and a case review. We are here to support you.
Why You Need a Mesothelioma Attorney
When you’re diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, experienced legal representation becomes essential for getting the fair compensation you deserve and holding asbestos companies accountable. General attorneys just can’t match the expertise of Pennsylvania mesothelioma lawyers when it comes to representing asbestos exposure victims.
Higher Compensation: You’ll get significantly more financial compensation if you have an experienced lawyer like ours on your side. Our Pennsylvania mesothelioma law firm has the inside knowledge to identify all possible sources of compensation, including asbestos trust funds, companies responsible for your exposure, and VA benefits for veterans who were exposed to asbestos while serving in the military.
Navigating the Complex Legal Process Just Got a Lot Easier: Asbestos litigation involves a whole lot of complicated legal procedures that require a deep understanding of things like product identification, corporate bankruptcy histories, and multi-jurisdictional filing requirements. Our experienced lawyers know exactly how to navigate all of this, so you don’t have to.
Gathering Evidence is Our Specialty: With access to proprietary databases of asbestos-contaminated job sites and products going back decades, our team has a huge advantage in building a strong case. We keep detailed records of exposure sites, asbestos-containing materials used at specific locations, and witness testimony from coworkers who can confirm the circumstances of your exposure.
Handling Medical Bills: Let us handle mounting healthcare costs, lost wages, and ongoing treatment expenses while you focus on getting the medical treatment you need. We work with medical providers to manage bills and ensure treatment continuity during the legal process.
We Won’t Let the Statute of Limitations Get in the Way: In Pennsylvania, you only have 2 years from diagnosis or death to file a mesothelioma lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, you’ll lose your right to pursue compensation for good. Our experienced lawyers will make sure that your case is filed on time and your rights are protected.
Holding Asbestos Companies Accountable: We’re dedicated to holding negligent asbestos companies responsible for the cover-ups and failure to warn workers about the dangers of asbestos fibers. With our help, you’ll get the maximum recovery you deserve while you focus on your treatment and spending time with loved ones.
Our Asbestos Legal Services
Personal Injury Mesothelioma Lawsuits
If you’re living with mesothelioma, we can help you pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and ongoing treatment costs through an individual lawsuit. Our Pennsylvania mesothelioma attorneys will handle your case from start to finish, from filing to settlement negotiation with asbestos companies and their insurance providers.
Average settlements range from $1 million to $1.4 million, while jury verdicts can reach much higher amounts. In fact, over 99% of mesothelioma cases settle without going to trial, so you can get the compensation you deserve more quickly and without the stress of a courtroom.
Wrongful Death Asbestos Claims
If you lost a loved one to mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, we can help you pursue compensation for funeral costs, lost income, emotional suffering, and family support needs through a wrongful death lawsuit. Our experienced lawyers will help you get the justice and compensation you deserve for preventable asbestos exposure deaths. And even if the victim never filed a claim during their lifetime, you can still pursue legal action.
Asbestos Trust Fund Claims
With our help, you can access an estimated $30 billion in asbestos trust funds established by bankrupt asbestos companies – and get the compensation you’re owed without having to go through traditional court proceedings. Trust fund claims can be filed remotely, and compensation often begins within 90 days of filing. Plus, you can pursue traditional lawsuits and trust fund claims at the same time to make sure you get all the compensation you deserve.
Top 10 Types of Mesothelioma Compensation Cases We Handle
1. Shipyard Worker Exposure: If you were a Navy veteran or civilian shipbuilder who was exposed to asbestos during ship construction, repair, and maintenance work – or worked with ships that used extensive asbestos-containing materials in boilers, pipes, and insulation systems – we can help.
2. Construction Workers Claims: If you worked in construction and were exposed to asbestos insulation, flooring, roofing materials, and building products used extensively in construction projects from the 1940s through 1980s, we can help you get the compensation you deserve.
3. Factory Worker Lawsuits: If you worked in a factory and were exposed to asbestos-containing machinery, gaskets, equipment insulation, and manufacturing products – or worked in an environment with poor ventilation that concentrated asbestos fibers in work areas – we can help you get the compensation you deserve.
4. Power Plant Employee Cases: If you worked in a power plant and were exposed to asbestos insulation around boilers, turbines, pipes, and electrical equipment – or were part of the team that installed or maintained these high-temperature applications that required heavy asbestos use for fire protection – we can help you get the compensation you deserve.
5. Railroad Worker Claims: Locomotive and railcar workers who were exposed to asbestos in brake linings, clutch facings, gaskets, and insulation – all materials the industry has been using for decades.
6. Steel Mill Worker Lawsuits: Steel production has involved high-temperature asbestos applications for ages – think furnace insulation, protective equipment, and heat-resistant materials used in foundries and mills.
7. Automotive Mechanic Cases: Mechanics who worked on brake and clutch repair jobs had to deal with asbestos in friction products all the time. And when they ground and cleaned brake components, asbestos fibers would end up all over the place.
8. Veteran Disability Claims: Military service members were exposed across all branches, but Navy veterans were hit especially hard. Veterans may be eligible for a 100% disability rating and VA benefits.
9. Secondary Exposure Cases: The people who loved them got exposed to – through contaminated work clothes, tools, or even just the vehicles brought home by workers. Spouses and kids ended up getting mesothelioma from washing work clothes and living with people who had been exposed.
10. Occupational Disease Claims: Workers’ comp claims for mesothelioma diagnoses that were job-related can provide benefits in addition to personal injury lawsuits and trust fund claims.
Our Proven Legal Process for Mesothelioma Cases
Step 1: Free Case Evaluation and Medical Review
We first look at your mesothelioma diagnosis, work history, military service, and any potential asbestos exposure sources to figure out the best way to move forward with your case. Our team of Pennsylvania asbestos exposure lawyers will review your medical records, employment documents, and any exposure details to identify all the companies that might have exposed you to asbestos.
Getting this done typically takes 24 hours from the time you first contact us and costs you nothing – no obligation, no upfront costs. We take a close look at your medical diagnosis, treatment history, and how the disease has progressed to understand the full scope of the damage you’re facing and what kind of compensation you’re looking at.
To get started on your free case review, call us now at (833) 372-3529. We want to make sure you get the legal help you need before the statute of limitations deadline comes due.
Step 2: Evidence Collection and Case Development
We use our extensive database of asbestos job sites, products, and exposure locations to build the strongest possible case for your mesothelioma lawsuit. We track down former coworkers to get testimony from them, get your employment records together, and pinpoint the specific asbestos-containing materials that were at your workplace.
Our experienced lawyers conduct thorough investigations to document the first time you got exposed to asbestos, to see who was in charge of the companies at the time, and who the actual responsible companies are. We then take all this information – along with your medical records, work history, and expert testimony – and use it to make a clear link between your asbestos exposure and your mesothelioma diagnosis.
Step 3: Filing Legal Claims and Trust Fund Applications
We make sure to file lawsuits against the responsible asbestos companies before the 2-year statute of limitations in Pennsylvania runs out. And in the meantime, we will also put in claims to any relevant asbestos trust funds to get you as much money as possible.
Our team handles all the paperwork and ensures you meet the deadlines for filing with the trusts and the courts. We use multiple claim-filing strategies to try to get you as much compensation as possible from all the different sources. While you get medical treatment and focus on your family, we take care of all the complex legal work.
Step 4: Settlement Negotiation and Compensation Recovery
We use our years of trial experience to put pressure on the asbestos manufacturers and insurance companies to settle your case for the maximum amount of money possible. Most mesothelioma cases do end up settling without going to trial, and that can get you the money you need a lot faster.
We keep supporting you throughout the entire process – from the time we first start working with you until your case is finally settled and you get the money you need. Sometimes – especially if the case does go to trial – it can take a while to get everything sorted out and you get the full amount of compensation. But we’ll stick with you every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma Lawyers
How much does it cost to hire a mesothelioma attorney?
We do not charge you anything to hire us, and we never will. We take on cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay us nothing unless we are able to get you compensation for your mesothelioma through a settlement or verdict. Even then, we only get paid a percentage of what you receive.
You can get a free consultation and case evaluation with no obligation to hire us. That way, you can find out if we can help you and whether we think you have a case without having to pay a single penny out of pocket. We want to make sure you can get the help you need, no matter what kind of shape your finances are in.
Our contingency fee arrangement means our interests are aligned with yours. We make more money when we get a better deal for you. And because there are no upfront costs or hourly fees, you never have to worry about the money. You can focus on getting the medical treatment you need.
How long do I have to file a mesothelioma lawsuit?
In Pennsylvania, you have 2 years from the time you’re diagnosed with mesothelioma or from the date of death if it’s a wrongful death case to file a lawsuit. But the clock starts running as soon as you know or should have known that your disease was caused by asbestos exposure – so it can be a little trickier to keep track of.
If you miss the deadline, you’ll lose your right to sue. Even if you’re not sure whether you have a case, it’s a good idea to get in touch with a lawyer right away to make sure you don’t run out of time.
To make sure you get the chance to get compensation for your asbestos-related disease, give us a call right now at (833) 372-3529.
Will my case go to trial?
Over 99% of mesothelioma cases eventually get wrapped up with a settlement, rather than going to trial, which is no surprise, really. The big asbestos companies tend to avoid the big unknowns and higher potential costs that come with a jury verdict. And for good reason – deals are just a heck of a lot less stressful, and they pay out a lot faster.
We don’t just go about pretending to be ready to take this to court, though – our attorneys are always thoroughly prepping every case for trial, just in case. And having us ready to roll out a full case in court tends to give those asbestos companies a lot more incentive to think very carefully about their settlement offers. I mean, if they know you’re dead serious about taking it to the jury, they’re a heck of a lot more likely to take you a lot more seriously.
Of course, our lawyers will sit down with you and go over all the options, so you can make a decision that’s right for you.
Can family members file a claim after someone has passed away?
The answer is yes – and in a big way. Spouses, children, and close relatives can all file wrongful death claims, seeking compensation for the losses they suffered when a loved one dies from mesothelioma or another disease linked to asbestos exposure. The compensation covers medical bills they ran up before they kicked the bucket, funeral costs, lost income, and other ongoing expenses that the family is struggling to deal with.
Even if the person who died never got around to filing a lawsuit in their lifetime, their family can still pursue justice and accountability for the harm that was caused by the asbestos companies. Wrongful death claims can really help hold those companies responsible for preventable deaths – and provide a bit of financial security for the families who have been left to pick up the pieces.
Just keep in mind that the same rules about how long you have to bring a lawsuit apply to these cases, which means you’ll need to take action pretty darn quickly if you’re going to protect your family’s rights and financial future.
Give our Mesothelioma Legal Team a Call Today
Take the First Step with Your Free Case Evaluation
You can reach us 24/7 for immediate legal help at 1-833-372-3529. We can do a full review of your case right over the phone, and we’ll meet with you at your home, hospital, or any other location that’s convenient for you – at no charge to you. We know that dealing with mesothelioma is a real challenge, and we want to make it a bit easier.
We can get started on your case within 24 hours, so you can start to tackle some of the biggest financial stressors that are weighing on you – medical bills, lost wages, etc. Our team has helped a lot of people get the help they need to deal with asbestos exposure, and we can do the same for you.
Don’t wait – get in touch with us today by calling 1-833-372-3529, and let us help you protect your rights and secure your family’s financial future.