Because many states have a statute of limitations for filing these types of lawsuits that begins at original diagnosis, it is important to contact a lawyer quickly if you are considering taking legal action. Not all lawyers and law firms have the same experience with specific cases, so explaining your particular case will get you the help you need. Mesothelioma patients can file claims through personal disability or life insurance policies, Social Security, against their former employer, and against asbestos manufacturers. The largest compensations are usually recovered from claims against the asbestos industry.
Any given law firm will have specialized experience in one type of case and not necessarily the others. Ask your lawyer his/her experience with mesothelioma cases and look for lawyers experienced in handling cases like yours. If your asbestos exposure spans more than one state or county, ask which jurisdiction your case will be tried in, as average compensation varies based on region. Some larger firms may have settlement agreements already established with asbestos companies and may not be able to take your case to court individually. You should find out early if your case will be treated separately or as a class-action suit.
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