Asbestos Lawsuit

An asbestos lawsuit is a product liability claim filed against companies that made or sold asbestos products. Asbestos lawsuits for illnesses like mesothelioma award $1 million+ on average, and many victims start receiving payments within 90 days. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease, we may be able to help you take legal action. Find out now.

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Why Take Legal Action?

By filing an asbestos lawsuit, you can pursue financial compensation and justice from the companies that caused you or a loved one harm.

Results Secured

$8 million for a plumber and pipefitter from Texas
$6.8 million for a Florida mechanic
$4.14 million for a welder and U.S. Air Force veteran

Written by: Rae Theodore

Last updated: Dec 05, 2024

Fact-Checked and Legally Reviewed by: Amy E. Garrett

What Is an Asbestos Lawsuit?

An asbestos lawsuit is a legal complaint filed by people who have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease like mesothelioma or lung cancer. These complaints demand compensation from companies that made, sold, and distributed asbestos products.

Negligent asbestos companies knew about the health risks for decades but hid this information from the public.

Quick Facts About Asbestos Lawsuits

Asbestos lawsuits often name dozens of defendants, maximizing the amount of money a plaintiff may receive.
About 95% of asbestos cases settle, allowing victims to secure compensation without going to court.
The average asbestos lawsuit settlement is between $1 million and $1.4 million, depending on the illness involved in your case.
Many victims start receiving lawsuit payments in 90 days or less.
An asbestos lawyer can figure out how, where, and when you were exposed and use that information to build a strong claim.

The attorneys that LawFirm.com works with have secured over $10 billion for families affected by mesothelioma and other asbestos-related illnesses.

Get a free case review now to see if one of our legal partners may be able to file an asbestos lawsuit on your behalf and fight for maximum compensation.

Eligibility to File an Asbestos Exposure Lawsuit

You may be able to file an asbestos lawsuit if you:

Have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or another asbestos-related disease
Are the family member of a patient who has passed away from an asbestos illness
Represent a deceased victim’s estate

Money from an asbestos cancer lawsuit can help pay for your medical bills, everyday living expenses, and more.

If a loved one has passed away from their illness, compensation from an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit can help pay for their medical expenses, funeral costs, and more. Filing a lawsuit is also a way to honor their memory and stand up to the companies that caused them harm.

Call (866) 447-8466 right now to see if we may be able to help you file an asbestos cancer lawsuit and seek compensation.

Types of Asbestos Lawsuits

Asbestos exposure lawsuits are a type of product liability lawsuit that allege an asbestos-containing product made a person sick or caused their death.

The two most common types of asbestos lawsuits are:

Asbestos personal injury lawsuits, which are filed by a patient after they have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease.
Asbestos wrongful death lawsuits, which are filed by a family member after the death of a loved one from an asbestos illness.

A note about asbestos class action lawsuits

Asbestos class actions are almost never filed today because they are unlikely to award victims of asbestos exposure with the compensation they deserve. Instead, these lawsuits are filed individually.

Asbestos Lawsuit Settlement and Verdict Amounts

The average asbestos lawsuit settlement or verdict for an illness like mesothelioma is between $1 million and $11.4 million, Mealey’s Asbestos reports.

Most asbestos exposure lawsuits end in out-of-court settlements, providing families with quicker access to much-needed money.

LawFirm.com has partnered with asbestos law firms that have secured over $9 billion in asbestos compensation for families nationwide.

Asbestos lawsuit settlements and verdicts recovered by our legal partners include:

$40 million for a U.S. Navy veteran with mesothelioma
$12 million on behalf of an Illinois laborer
$8 million for a pipefitter and plumber in Texas
$7 million to a wire installer from California
$5.6 million on behalf of a Missouri engineer
$4.3 million to a Florida U.S. Army veteran and boilermaker
$4.25 million for a welder and U.S. Air Force veteran from Indiana
$4 million on behalf of an electrician from Illinois
$3.9 million to the family of an auto mechanic and insulator’s helper in Virginia
Over $3.4 million for a school teacher from Pennsylvania
$2.9 million to a U.S. Air Force veteran in South Carolina
Over $2.7 million on behalf of a U.S. Navy veteran from Massachusetts
$2.7 million in mesothelioma settlements for the family of a plasterer
Over $1.3 million to a Virginia tanker driver and brick worker
$30.2 million for a construction worker in California

Regardless of the facts of your case, an asbestos lawyer will strive to get you as much money as quickly as possible.

Get a free case review now to see if a top mesothelioma attorney may be able to file an asbestos lawsuit on your behalf and fight for maximum compensation.

Steps to File an Asbestos Cancer Lawsuit

An experienced mesothelioma lawyer can handle all aspects of an asbestos cancer lawsuit, so you can focus on your health and spending time with the people you love. While each asbestos lawsuit is unique, most follow the steps listed below.

1. Get a Free Legal Case Review

Top asbestos law firms will review your case for free, so you can learn about your legal options and connect with an attorney you they qualify.

2. Collect Asbestos Exposure Evidence

Your mesothelioma lawyer and their legal team will gather evidence showing how and when you were exposed to asbestos.

The mesothelioma law firms we work with have warehouses full of information they can use to pinpoint your exposure and build a strong asbestos lawsuit.

3. File an Asbestos Cancer Lawsuit

Using this evidence, your attorney will file your asbestos cancer lawsuit in the court most likely to result in the best outcome. They will file your lawsuit before state deadlines called statutes of limitations.

4. Receive Asbestos Compensation

Your legal team will work to get you the largest amount of compensation as quickly as possible by negotiating an out-of-court settlement.

The majority of asbestos lawsuits end in settlements, which means many families may be able to access money without entering a courtroom.

If your mesothelioma lawsuit doesn’t settle, your lawyer will present your case in court and fight for a favorable trial verdict.

Statute of Limitations for Asbestos Exposure Lawsuits

Statutes of limitations are state laws that limit how long you have to file an asbestos lawsuit.

In most states, people have 2 to 3 years to file an asbestos exposure lawsuit. However, the statute of limitations is as short as 1 year in some states.

The clock usually starts ticking on the date of diagnosis in asbestos personal injury cases and on the date of death if a loved one has died of an asbestos-related disease.

To ensure that your mesothelioma asbestos lawsuit is filed in time, it’s important to contact a lawyer as soon as possible.

Did you know?

Even if you think that the statute of limitations has expired in your case, it’s still a good idea to consult with an experienced mesothelioma attorney. They may be able to file your asbestos lawsuit in a state with a longer time limit or find other ways for you to access compensation.

Other Ways to Seek Asbestos Compensation

Asbestos exposure lawsuits are not the only way for victims to pursue compensation.

Asbestos lawsuit alternatives include:

Asbestos trust funds: Over $30 billion has been set aside in bankruptcy trusts for current and future victims. If any of the asbestos companies responsible for causing you harm have declared bankruptcy, you may be owed a portion of this money.
VA benefits: Veterans with diseases related to their military service are often eligible for benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), like disability payments worth nearly $4,000 per month and free or low-cost health care.

Asbestos exposure victims may be entitled to compensation from multiple sources, increasing their potential payout.

See if you may be able to access asbestos trust fund money — for free.

Benefits of Filing an Asbestos Lawsuit

Asbestos lawsuits allow families to pursue compensation that can make life a little easier after someone has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease.

Asbestos companies knowingly placed millions of innocent people in danger. A lawsuit is one way for affected families to pursue justice and compensation for the pain and suffering they’ve endured.

Benefits of asbestos cancer lawsuits include:

Securing compensation: Money from an asbestos lawsuit can help pay for medical bills, basic living expenses, and more. While health insurance may cover some treatment costs, you may have to pay out-of-pocket for co-pays and other expenses, like traveling to and from a cancer center.
Replacing lost wages: You might not be able to work while undergoing treatment for mesothelioma or another asbestos disease. Family members may also miss time from work as they provide care or travel with you while you undergo treatment.
Holding asbestos companies accountable: Negligent asbestos companies knew their products were dangerous as early as the 1930s but chose to keep quiet to continue making money. By filing an asbestos lawsuit, you can hold them accountable for the harm they’ve caused.
Securing your family’s future: Mesothelioma patients often take comfort in knowing their family will be provided for after their passing. Asbestos lawsuits award $1 million+ on average — a life-changing sum for many families.

Did you know?

In June 2024, two women were awarded $2.75 million each after losing their father to mesothelioma. The money from this asbestos exposure lawsuit was intended to ease the pain of his death.

See if one of our trusted legal partners may be able to file an asbestos lawsuit for you and fight hard for the compensation and justice you deserve.

How Much Do Asbestos Cases Cost?

Almost all asbestos law firms work on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no up-front or out-of-pocket costs to file an asbestos lawsuit.

The firm only gets paid if your lawsuit results in compensation. In these instances, they keep a previously agreed-upon percentage of the money they’ve secured.

If an asbestos lawsuit doesn’t result in a payout, you pay nothing — so there’s no financial risk to taking legal action.

This type of fee arrangement gives every family equal access to justice, regardless of their financial status.

Get Help Suing for Asbestos Exposure

Finding out that you have an asbestos-related disease can be devastating, especially when you realize that it could have been prevented if asbestos companies hadn’t acted out of greed.

By filing an asbestos lawsuit, you can seek compensation to help pay for your expenses during this uncertain time and hold these corporations accountable.

Our legal partners have secured over $10 billion for families affected by asbestos. They never charge any upfront fees and can help victims in all 50 states.

Call (866) 447-8466 right now or fill out our form to see if they may be able to help you file an asbestos lawsuit and seek justice.

Asbestos Litigation FAQs

Can you sue for being exposed to asbestos?

Yes, you may be able to sue for asbestos exposure if you have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness like mesothelioma or lung cancer.

Relatives or estate representatives of someone who has passed away from an asbestos disease may also be able to file an asbestos lawsuit.

A mesothelioma attorney can tell you whether you may be eligible to file an asbestos lawsuit and explain the legal process to you. They can fight for financial compensation on your behalf if you qualify.

What are the lawsuits related to asbestos?

Asbestos-related lawsuits are filed against companies that made asbestos-containing products and put millions of Americans in harm’s way. Families impacted by diseases like mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis may be eligible to take legal action.

Mesothelioma asbestos lawsuits award compensation averaging $1 million+, which can be used to help pay for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and more.

Call (866) 447-8466 right now to see if one of our trusted legal partners may be able to help you file an asbestos lawsuit and seek compensation.

Can I file an asbestos claim after the death of a loved one?

Yes, you may be able to file an asbestos claim after a loved one has died from mesothelioma or another asbestos disease. An asbestos lawsuit for family members seeks compensation from the asbestos product manufacturers that put your loved one at risk and caused them to fall ill.

Compensation from a mesothelioma case can help pay for the victim’s medical bills, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and more.

How much money do you get from asbestos?

The average asbestos lawsuit settlement is between $1 million and $1.4 million. However, many lawsuits have settled for much more.

Some asbestos settlements secured by our legal partners include:

$13.1 million for a carpenter with mesothelioma
$10 million for a boiler tender with mesothelioma
$4.14 million for a U.S. Air Force veteran and welder

Get a free case review now to see if a top lawyer may be able to fight for an asbestos settlement on your behalf.

Fact-Checked and Legally Reviewed by: Amy E. GarrettPartner

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Amy Garrett is a partner at Simmons Hanly Conroy with more than 22 years of litigation experience. Amy has helped the firm secure billions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for clients. Over the past two decades, she has gained a reputation as a litigator who advocates for her asbestos and complex litigation clients both inside and outside the courtroom.