https//vimeocom/704936566 In the courts across the country, asbestos litigation has been a significant issue Asbestos exposure has been shown to cause lung damage and lung disease by research It is important for an attorney to understand how to identify asbestos-related materials in each case This can be done through discussing with colleagues, obtaining documents, or by analyzing samples from homes or workplaces Liability If you or someone close to you is diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness you could be entitled to compensation Compensation can assist with the loss of wages and medical expenses as well as other costs associated with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease You can make a claim for compensation or a settlement offer from the defendants in the case In asbestos cases, there are typically multiple defendants as there are many mining companies that produce asbestos and manufacturers of products that contain asbestos These businesses may also own or have control of asbestos-contaminated properties Businesses that provided services to asbestos-using mines or manufacturers or acted as employers could also be liable for injuries sustained by victims Asbestos suits are typically governed by products liability laws which are based on common and state laws that permit damages to be recovered from the sellers of products if they cause injury In a suit for product liability, it is alleged the injuries occurred due to an ineffective design or fabrication, and that the injured person was not adequately informed about the dangers associated with the products In asbestos cases, defendants frequently claim that they weren't negligent and that their products are safe This is despite the fact that doctors have long known that asbestos-containing items are linked to a variety of diseases Companies who concealed asbestos-related risks to increase profits were accused of cover-up, as they tried to deny claims and block workers from seeking financial compensation for injuries they sustained If more than one defendant is found to be responsible for the victim's asbestos-related injuries, a jury or judge could decide on how to divide the responsibility among the defendants in a process referred to as apportionment The apportionment of liability will not alter the amount of money that the plaintiff may receive as compensation from the defendants in the case Damages A lawsuit against a business which manufactured or sold asbestos can aid victims in recovering compensation This includes the cost for medical treatment and lost wages as a result of being unable their job Victims may also be eligible for compensatory and punitive damages The lawsuit alleges that the defendant acted negligently and did not use reasonable care to ensure the product was safe for its intended use The lawsuit also asserts that the defendant knew that asbestos was a risk and failed to in educating consumers and workers about the dangers An asbestos-related lawsuit can be filed by a victim, or the estate of a person who passed away due to an asbestos-related illness, like mesothelioma A person may start a lawsuit claiming personal injury to seek compensation for damages arising from economic or other causes like emotional distress or pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment the life The surviving family members of someone who has passed away due to an asbestos-related illness can also pursue a wrongful-death lawsuit After an asbestos case is filed, the two parties share information through the process known as discovery This process can take some time and may require interviews with family members, coworkers, members, abatement workers, and others in order to identify potential defendants It is essential that plaintiffs have an experienced attorney handling their case because of the complexity of asbestos litigation The law firm a victim or their loved ones chooses must have an understanding of the unique complexities of asbestos litigation and be recognized by defendants and insurance companies for its expertise in these cases Our lawyers are asbestos litigation experts who have years of experience representing asbestos victims and their families We are renowned for our success to obtain the maximum amount of compensation for clients Contact us for a free consultation should you have any questions about filing a lawsuit involving asbestos We are dedicated to fighting for justice on behalf of our clients Our offices are located in Salt Lake City, Utah and Houston, Texas We represent clients from all over the country Contact us via email or phone today to get started Settlements If asbestos victims win their lawsuits, they are awarded compensation for the companies who exposed them to hazardous substances The money is intended to assist the victim and their family with financial losses resulting from the asbestos exposure Compensation can also be used to cover the cost of suffering and pain Asbestos cases usually settle instead of going to trial, because it is less expensive and easier for the defendant company to settle the matter this way Settlements can also avoid the negative publicity that comes with a verdict in a trial It is essential to choose an experienced mesothelioma law firm which has the experience of obtaining maximum damages for their clients Mesothelioma lawsuits are complicated and require attorneys to conduct extensive research into their client's past work history, medical records, and asbestos exposure They can assist clients in identifying potential asbestos-producing companies that may be the cause for their condition The lawyers can then collect evidence to use in an effective mesothelioma case Mesothelioma lawyers can uncover evidence that asbestos companies were negligent during depositions and investigations Evidence typically comes from internal memos, corporate documentation and statements of former employees who have worked with asbestos-containing materials These documents often reveal that asbestos manufacturers knew about the dangers of mesothelioma, and other asbestos-related illnesses, but didn't tell their employees or the general public Many states have imposed a time limit, referred to a statute of limitations, for how long asbestos victims can file a lawsuit The length of time varies by state, but generally vary between one and two years If the statute of limitations expires before a lawsuit for mesothelioma is filed victims will lose the right to compensation The amount of compensation a victim can receive is based on the severity of their illness, their diagnosis and other factors Attorneys will consider the cost of treatment and other expenses during negotiations to ensure patients have enough money to pay for their medical expenses Asbestos-related victims may also be able to file claims through trust funds created for patients diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestos-related illnesses Some of these trusts have been closed, but others continue to award substantial prizes For instance, in the year 2018 an appeals court in the United States awarded 70 million to the family of the family of a US Navy machinist who contracted mesothelioma as a result of working with gaskets manufactured by John Crane Inc Trials Trials are a better option for asbestos victims than settlement offers Trials can also help in resolving issues that cannot be resolved through settlement negotiations, for instance the different methods of calculating damages and whether the condition was caused by exposures specific to the victim In a trial the plaintiffs must prove that they have the right to compensation, such as future and past medical expenses, lost wages, property damage and pain and suffering and loss of consortium The defendant must also prove its responsibility for the asbestos-related injury The trial can be long Over the past 10 years, jury awards in mesothelioma cases have risen significantly, and are far more than the amount that is awarded to settlement cases by judges A mesothelioma lawyer can assist victims understand the trial process and explain their legal right before a judge in a public courtroom An experienced attorney can assist in identifying potential defendants Asbestos cases are more complex than car accident litigation where it is generally easy to identify the responsible parties This is especially true if a person has been exposed to asbestos in more than one place and at different dates A knowledgeable mesothelioma lawyer will interview witnesses, including relatives, coworkers, or abatement workers to compile an inventory of products, employers and locations There is growing concern that the cost of settling claims from past asbestos victims is draining funds that could be used to pay for future cases In addition, some claimants believe that settlements are not based on actual injuries and they deserve more compensation Defendants in asbestos cases can contest claims to dismiss them by the process of summary judgment or by a finding of no exposure These motions are, however, subject to an extensive examination of evidence as well as an expert opinion that the asbestos doses that were measured by the plaintiff were not sufficient to cause mesothelioma Although the process can take a while, a seasoned mesothelioma lawyer can assist to speed up the process and ensure that it does not become part of the aforementioned long queue of cases that are awaiting the courts