Mesothelioma Attorney F.A.Q.

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• What can people do if diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease?

Victims should follow all the directions of their doctors, but they can also contact an attorney to see if they have reason to pursue legal action against the party responsible for their condition.

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• Are there time constraints for filing a mesothelioma lawsuit?

Yes, individual states have laws called statues of limitations, which limit how much time victims can initiate legal action.

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• What does the compensation cover?

The compensation you could potentially receive can cover the mounting medical bills resulting from tests and treatment for your disease, the pain and suffering you have experienced as well as the mental anguish and grief suffered by yourself and your family, and financial security for your family after you have gone.

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• How can I afford to pay a mesothelioma attorney?

Most mesothelioma attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means they don’t get paid unless you do.

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• Can I file a mesothelioma lawsuit even if I am not the one who was exposed to asbestos?

Yes. You do not have to be the person initially exposed to asbestos in order to file the mesothelioma lawsuit. Mesothelioma lawsuits can be filed by someone who has developed mesothelioma (asbestos cancer) through frequent and extensive exposure to someone who had contact with asbestos even if they were never in contact with the asbestos source themselves. Additionally, if your loved one has passed away due to mesothelioma cancer, you can file a mesothelioma lawsuit on their behalf.

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• How long does it take to settle a mesothelioma lawsuit?

Every lawsuit is different, and depending on your particular case the amount of time until settlement can vary greatly. Lawsuits than can be settled out of court are the fastest, however not every lawsuit can be settled equitably, some go to trial.

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• What if I am not sure where or when I was exposed to asbestos?

Even if you do not know where or when you was exposed to asbestos, a mesothelioma attorney may be able to help. Experienced mesothelioma attorneys are trained to help you identify the asbestos products that you used and the job sites you worked at where asbestos exposure may have occurred.