Diagnosed with Mesothelioma?
An estimated $30 Billion in court-ordered trust money has been set aside by manufacturers of asbestos-containing products to pay out claims to victims of asbestos exposure.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you and your family may be entitled to compensation.
State laws limit your time to file an asbestos claim. If time runs out, you will not be able to file a claim, ever. Don’t miss the opportunity to get the compensation you may deserve for the injustice and suffering you’ve experienced.
The Sokolove Law Difference
- We have 30+ years of successful results fighting
on behalf of our clients.
- Our asbestos team has recovered over $3.1 Billion
in mesothelioma settlements.
- We make the process easy by coming to your home
or a location of your preference—at your convenience—so you can focus on
your family and your health
How Do I Know if
I Qualify for Compensation?
Only an experienced mesothelioma lawyer can determine if you are eligible
for compensation. During your free legal consultation, we’ll answer your
questions and provide clear advice on the next steps to take.
Asbestos was used in a wide range of products throughout the 1970s.
Manufacturers relied on this naturally occurring mineral as a cost effective
way to make their products stronger as well as fire resistant. These qualities
made asbestos a useful addition to building materials, protective gear,
insulation, and more.
However, when airborne, tiny asbestos fibers can be inhaled, causing
mesothelioma, a serious and fatal cancer. We have helped members of the U.S.
military and various trades and occupations that are at a higher risk of
asbestos exposure, including:
- Assembly Line Workers
- Automotive Workers / Repairmen
- Construction Workers
- Demolition Workers
- Electricians
- Firemen
- HVAC Technicians
- Insulators
- Mechanics
- Pipefitters
- Plant Workers and Technicians
- Plumbers
- Roofers
- Ship Builders
You May Be Eligible for a Portion of $30 Billion in Court-Ordered Trusts
An estimated $30 Billion in court-ordered trust money has been set aside to
help victims of asbestos exposure cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other
living expenses. Mesothelioma claims are placed against the manufacturers of
asbestos-containing products, not the U.S. military or U.S. government.
Mesothelioma Settlements
At Sokolove Law
we’re focused on getting justice for mesothelioma victims and their families.
We measure ourselves by our clients’ satisfaction, and we’re proud of our track
record: Our asbestos team has filed thousands of successful mesothelioma
lawsuits for clients throughout the U.S.
At Sokolove Law, we
measure ourselves by our clients’ satisfaction, and we’re proud of our track
record: We’ve recovered $3.1 Billion for mesothelioma victims and their
families. After all, you didn’t deserve this disease, but you deserve to be
compensated for your pain and suffering.
An estimated $30
Billion for mesothelioma cases has been set aside to help victims of asbestos
exposure cover their medical expenses, lost wages, and living expenses. Here
are just a few of the mesothelioma lawsuit settlements our mesothelioma lawyers
have won for their clients:
Pipefitter receives $10.5 Million
settlement
After experiencing
ongoing chest and back pain, a man underwent diagnostic tests and exploratory
surgery. A subsequent biopsy resulted in a diagnosis of mesothelioma. The
victim had extensive exposure to asbestos-containing products from a young age,
working primarily as a pipefitter and maintenance man in refineries and
foundries in the West and Southwest. The victim received settlements of $10.5
Million from multiple defendants.
Manual laborer receives $6.5
Million settlement
A man developed
mesothelioma after working as a gas station attendant, boilermaker, maintenance
worker, assembler, and steelworker, among other jobs. He filed a lawsuit,
claiming his employers neither utilized best practices nor used available
alternatives to asbestos. 143 corporations were named in the lawsuit. The
victim and his family received a settlement of $6.5 Million.
Navy veteran and mechanic receives
$5.5 Million settlement
A U.S. Navy veteran,
who served in the 1970s, also worked for 3 decades as an auto mechanic and
demolition laborer before going on disability as a result of mesothelioma. He
received the diagnosis in 2009, after doctors did a follow-up exam related to a
spot on one of his lungs. He received a settlement of $5.5 Million.
Every case is different,
and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Compensation, if awarded,
varies per client and is based on specific facts of the case.
The Sokolove Law Difference
You shouldn’t have
to work hard, your lawyer should. Sokolove Law has recovered over $3.1 Billion
in Mesothelioma settlements for victims and their families.
We are the first
truly national law firm, with offices in nearly every state. This enables us to
determine the best location in which to file your claim. It also means most cases
can be handled by an experienced team close to where you live. Our legal staff
can be a great source of relief and support for you and your family.
Our attorneys are
experienced in mesothelioma-related personal injury cases and are highly aware
of the physical and emotional stresses of the disease and treatments. They will
be sensitive and thoughtful in their work, including scheduling meetings, phone
conversations, and other important steps in the process.
The Bottom Line — Sokolove Law
Believes in Justice for Hardworking Families
Don’t wait to learn
more about your legal rights, call us now
Mesothelioma Caregivers — There
May Be Help Available
Whether your spouse,
family member, or friend was recently diagnosed with mesothelioma or has known
about the illness for some time, caring for a mesothelioma patient can be
overwhelming — physically, emotionally, and financially. However, your family
may not have to take on this burden alone.
If someone you love
has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, compensation may be available – and could
help cover medical expenses as well as in-home care which can be very
expensive. In addition, money awarded could also help with lost income you may
be facing as a caregiver.
It’s hard to believe
that companies knew about the dangers of asbestos and still chose to put people
at risk – but that’s exactly what happened. As a result, an estimated $30
Billion in court-ordered trust money has been set aside by the manufacturers of
asbestos-containing products for mesothelioma victims and their families.
By assisting your
loved one in pursuing a mesothelioma settlement, you may be able to help lessen
the financial burden on yourself and your family during this difficult time –
allowing you to focus on spending time with your loved one and ensuring they
are as comfortable as possible.
For over 30 years,
Sokolove Law has helped mesothelioma victims and their families secure hundreds
of millions of dollars in compensation for their physical suffering and
financial hardship. Our mesothelioma lawyers may be able to help, although
recovery results and amounts, if any, vary per client and are based on the
specific facts of the case.
Caregivers – contact
Sokolove Law to learn more about your legal options and how you may be able to
help your loved one with mesothelioma.
Help for
Veterans
The link between veterans and mesothelioma is significant. Veterans who
served in any branch of the U.S. military account for 33% of all mesothelioma
cases.
Because asbestos was known as an inexpensive, effective, and supposedly
safe form of insulation that is both heat and fire retardant, ship builders
used it in building nearly every ship commissioned by the U.S. military for
much of the 20th century — likely causing asbestos exposure that linked many
veterans and mesothelioma forever.
Getting Legal Help
Veterans and mesothelioma patients who have previously served in the
military and now suffer from the deadly cancer can pursue legal action against
the makers of the asbestos product that harmed them.
How We Can Help
- Our accredited attorneys know what the VA is
looking for when you file an asbestos-related claim and can help detail
your asbestos exposure summary to ensure you receive the benefits you’re
entitled to
- We may be able to help you secure additional
benefits, even if you have already filed a claim
- If you have previously been denied claims with
the VA, we can help you through the appeals process
- If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or
another asbestos-related disease, you may be entitled to compensation
outside of the VA. Sokolove Law will evaluate your potential asbestos case
and fight to get you the money you deserve
United States Department of Veterans Affairs
The office of the General Counsel for the United States Department of
Veterans Affairs has accredited several Sokolove Law attorneys to prosecute
veteran’s claims. An accredited attorney can help navigate the VA claims
process and help fight for the benefits you may be entitled to for illnesses
caused by asbestos exposure. Attorneys are accredited directly by the VA and
can assist with the preparation, presentation and prosecution of claims for VA
benefits.
VA accreditation is for the sole purpose of providing representation
services to claimants before VA and does not imply that a representative is
qualified to provide financial planning services or is otherwise endorsed by
VA. VA accreditation may not be used for marketing financial products or
promoting a financial services business.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans and mesothelioma have, unfortunately, become so connected in
recent decades that those who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or other
asbestos diseases can get help through the U.S. government. Veterans should
understand that any compensation they may be entitled to as a result of
asbestos litigation is separate from their VA benefits.
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), veterans with mesothelioma
who qualify can receive a number of tax-free benefits, including health care
and disability compensation. Disability benefits paid through the VA may range
from $133 to $3,447 per month.
Compensation is paid according to the degree of a veteran’s disability as
well as the number of dependents. Veterans and mesothelioma victims with severe
disabilities may be entitled to additional monthly sums.
Veterans and mesothelioma patients can also visit any of the 1,400 VA
medical centers and clinics across the country that offer low-cost treatment
options. There are also a number of private and non-profit Veteran Service
Organizations that are available to aid veterans and mesothelioma patients with
questions regarding their legal rights or medical care options.
