Mesothelioma is aggressive cancer that forms on protective linings of the chest, the abdomen, the heart and the testicles. Many of the 3,000 new cases diagnosed in the U.S. each year can be traced to job-related asbestos exposure.
Mesothelioma takes anywhere from 10 to 50 years to develop. Unfortunately, there is no cure for mesothelioma, and the risk of developing deadly cancer does not diminish over time, even after the exposure to asbestos ends.
Some of the most at-risk jobs include building inspectors, excavators, floor coverers, painters, road construction workers, tile setters, sawyers, contractors and building managers. Firefighters: Firefighters can encounter dangerous levels of asbestos when responding to fires and natural disasters.
Asbestos companies filed for protection under a legal process known as bankruptcy reorganization, protecting them from getting sued in court. To get this protection, they had to set aside billions of dollars to pay current and future claims. Now, over 60 trusts hold more than $30 billion to compensate victims of asbestos exposure. These funds are used to compensate individuals diagnosed with mesothelioma. Depending on where you were exposed and a few other factors, you can get a settlement from 6 to 7 figures.
We'll analyze your situation at no cost. Determine how much compensation you could be entitled to. Show you the next steps to get what you're owed. Depending on your exposure and other factors, you may be eligible for a settlement ranging from six to seven figures.