What Are the Different Asbestos-Related Diseases?

Asbestos exposure leads to a myriad of health problems for victims.

Victims of asbestos exposure will often present with different types of cancers and other diseases.

Contact us immediately for a case evaluation if you’ve developed any of the following asbestos-related illnesses.

Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the mesothelium.

The mesothelium is the tissue found in most internal organs. Organs consisting of this tissue include the abdominal wall, lungs, and throat.

One of the most life-threatening kinds of mesothelioma is pleural mesothelioma.

Pleural mesothelioma is a malignant mesothelioma that forms in the lungs.

If left untreated, this type of mesothelioma leads to death.

In several cases, this form of mesothelioma turns into lung cancer.

Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is another illness resulting from prolonged asbestos exposure.

The symptoms of lung cancer include difficulty breathing, weakness, blood in cough, and unexplained weight loss.

Lung cancer’s symptoms are identical to those of other illnesses.

For this reason, it’s vital to seek medical attention if you suspect that you’ve developed lung cancer.

Ovarian Cancer

Asbestos isn’t always from discarded construction materials.

Use of asbestos-containing products like talc-based baby powder can result in ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. When used on the genitals, asbestos-contaminated baby powder can enter the vagina.

The asbestos fibers can traumatize the walls of the female reproductive system, leading to ovarian cancer.

What To Do if You've Developed Lung Cancer

If you’ve been diagnosed with lung cancer and suspect asbestos exposure as the main cause, follow these steps.

Seek Medical Care

Seeking medical care enables you to get the right treatment for your lung cancer.

Besides getting treatment, medical care puts you in the hands of healthcare providers who can provide you with copies of medical records and prescriptions.

These documents will come in handy later as evidence.

Gather Evidence

To prove that you’ve developed lung cancer or mesothelioma because of asbestos exposure, you must gather evidence showing the presence of asbestos.

You can take photos or videos showing that the area you’re in has asbestos.

Contact an Asbestos Mesothelioma Attorney

Once you’ve gathered evidence, you’re now ready to file an asbestos lawsuit.

To maximize your chances of success, you need an experienced asbestos lawyer representing you. A lawyer can help you in several ways.

Your asbestos attorney can develop your case and make it more compelling. Your attorney will aim to hold negligent employers, companies, and individuals liable to pay a mesothelioma settlement.

By using evidence, your attorney can identify the parties liable for your injuries and also determine the damages and extent of your illness and the compensation required.

Identifying the defendant or liable parties is in a case is essential, but it’s also one of the most challenging areas in an asbestos mesothelioma lawsuit.

What You Need to Know About Filing Mesothelioma and Asbestos Lung Cancer Lawsuits

If you’ve received a mesothelioma diagnosis, you may be eligible to file a claim against the parties who exposed you to asbestos.

By being part of an asbestos litigation, you may be eligible to secure a mesothelioma settlement that compensates you for damages — economic or otherwise.

However, you must be aware of several things involving mesothelioma lawsuits before filing a claim.

Here are some things you need to know before contacting our experienced asbestos attorneys.

Mesothelioma Lawsuits Are Civil Cases

As civil cases, mesothelioma and asbestos lawsuits have defendants, the entities that mesothelioma patients can recover compensation from.

In your mesothelioma claim, these defendants are the parties responsible for exposing you to asbestos.

Your attorneys will help you identify who caused you or your loved one to develop lung cancer or other asbestos-related diseases, and will then file your asbestos exposure lawsuit against the negligent party.

A Successful Lung Cancer or Mesothelioma Lawsuit Entitles You to a Mesothelioma Settlement

If your lawsuit against the parties responsible for your illness is successful, you may stand to receive a mesothelioma settlement.

Mesothelioma settlements can be as high as $1 million.

However, yours may be higher or lower depending on the circumstances of your case.The mesothelioma compensation you receive will also depend on the evidence you present and how well you can prove that exposure caused your illness.

Besides your medical expenses, mesothelioma settlements can also pay for lost wages, future medical treatments, and pain and suffering.

You Do Not Have Forever To File a Mesothelioma Claim

As soon as you receive a mesothelioma diagnosis, you must speak to a team of experienced asbestos lawyers immediately.

This is because mesothelioma lawsuits are personal injury or product liability cases. As such, these cases require victims to file claims within the statute of limitations.

The statute of limitations is the timeframe in which you are eligible to file a lawsuit. During this period, you are eligible to file a lawsuit against parties or individuals who exposed you to asbestos.

Once the period expires, you may still file a claim, but the chance of a denial increases. Always consult with an experienced attorney on questions regarding statute of limitations for your case. Your lawyer will give you unique guidance based on the facts of your case.

In Illinois, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of injury.

This means that you have two years from the time you were diagnosed with lung cancer or mesothelioma to file an asbestos exposure lawsuit.

Other states have different statute of limitations, so it is best to make sure your Mesothelioma Lawyer specializes in filing cases in your state.

TorHoerman Law’s mesothelioma lawyers accept clients in all 50 states and have an in-depth awareness of the laws and statutes that dictate Asbestos litigation in each state.

The Different Types of Asbestos Lung Cancer Claims

If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim against the party responsible for your exposure.

You may also be able to file a claim against companies or negligent property owners.

On the other hand, if you have a loved one who died from asbestos exposure, you may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit.

Wrongful death lawsuits entitle the deceased’s loved ones to various types of damages. These damages include loss of consortium or companionship, funeral expenses, medical bills, and more.

Victims can also claim lost wages that the deceased could have made had it not been for lung cancer or asbestos-related diseases.

You may also be able to file a claim to an asbestos trust fund if your asbestos exposure was due to a company’s improper disposal of asbestos or a company’s asbestos-contaminated product.

Usually, bankrupt asbestos companies that have been put out of business have contributed money to asbestos trust funds to compensate victims in the event of asbestos litigation.

You may be eligible to claim a payout from the trust funds if you can prove that your asbestos-related disease was because of the company’s product or negligence.

Whatever lawsuit you wish to file, reach out for information on legal representation of our experienced mesothelioma attorneys. Contact our mesothelioma law firm to find out if you have a case.

You can also use the chatbot on this page to determine your eligibility for a claim.

An Asbestos and Mesothelioma Lawyer Can Help You in Your Case

If you have received a lung cancer or mesothelioma diagnosis linked to asbestos exposure, contact an experienced mesothelioma lawyer to represent you.

A mesothelioma lawyer can navigate the legal process and maximize your chances of a successful lung cancer and asbestos lawsuit.

Contact us today and speak to an experienced asbestos lawyer who can get you results in your claim.

Who Are the Possible Defendants in an Asbestos Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma Lawsuit?

Many products contain asbestos, and asbestos has been a component in many construction materials and products over the years.

Knowing this, you may be unable to pinpoint a single party responsible for your asbestos exposure.

We’ve found that the defendants in asbestos mesothelioma cases are often the following parties.

Negligent Property Owners

Negligent property owners are often defendants in mesothelioma lawsuits. Apartments, homes, warehouses, storage facilities, and other types of commercial properties containing asbestos are harmful to occupants and workers.

If you’re renting, working, or visiting a property that contains asbestos, the property owner may be liable if you develop an asbestos-related disease.

Employers

Employers may also be liable if you develop an asbestos-related disease.

Your employer becomes liable if an investigation proves that your workplace exposes you to asbestos.

Companies and Corporations

Do you suspect that a product containing asbestos is to blame for your lung cancer or mesothelioma?

If you do, you can file a personal injury and product liability claim against negligent companies.

Companies can become liable for failing to disclose the risks associated with using their asbestos-containing product.

This is evident in the MDL involving Johnson and Johnson.

What To Look for in an Experienced Asbestos Attorney

Having an experienced mesothelioma lawyer representing you can mean the difference between a successful and unsuccessful asbestos lung cancer lawsuit.

What should you look for in your asbestos attorney or asbestos law firm?

When finding the right mesothelioma attorney, keep an eye out for the following characteristics.

Experience in Handling Mesothelioma Lawsuits

When we talk about experienced mesothelioma law firms, we mean law firms that have represented clients for years.

For the best possible results, you’ll want a firm or asbestos lawyer with at least a decade of legal experience.

TorHoerman Law has represented mesothelioma victims for years and we are committed to securing financial compensation for people harmed at no fault of their own.

Contact us if you need solid representation for an asbestos exposure and lung cancer lawsuit.

Success in Recovering Financial Compensation for Clients

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyers shouldn’t just be experienced.

They should also have a proven track record in representing asbestos victims in various lawsuits.

When you search for a law firm specializing in mesothelioma, choose one that has had success in securing asbestos verdicts and settlements in favor of asbestos victims.

Finding out whether your attorney is a successful one shouldn’t be too challenging.

The top national mesothelioma law firms are always quick to display their achievements on their sites and social media accounts.

At TorHoerman Law, we’ve represented countless asbestos victims and personal injury plaintiffs in various lawsuits.

Our lawyers have recovered billions in negotiated settlements and verdicts across a number of different litigations.

Our success with our clients is an indicator of how we’ll represent you.

If you’re looking for a firm that will bring those responsible for your asbestos-related illness to justice, reach out to us today.

Contact us for a free consultation and case evaluation.

Willing To Take Your Case on a Contingency Fee Basis

Those who lack financial resources to pay for a lawyer should not have to worry about legal costs. You can still seek justice and file a lung cancer asbestos lawsuit without paying any sort of retainer fees.

TorHoerman Law works on a contingency fee basis. A contingency fee agreements means that you DO NOT have to pay for legal representation unless your case is successful and you’ve won a settlement.

This enables you to file your lawsuit even if you lack funds at the moment of filing.

TorHoerman Law: The Best Mesothelioma Lawyers for Your Case

TorHoerman Law represents clients in 50 states and our mesothelioma attorneys have served as leaders in several national asbestos litigation efforts.

Our law firm is comprised of skilled investigators, medical staff, secretaries, paralegals, and case support personnel who are skilled at providing the exceptional personal attention that your mesothelioma lawsuit deserves.

If you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos and subsequently developed Mesothelioma or Lung Cancer, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit. 

Contact TorHoerman Law today for a free, no obligation mesothelioma lawsuit consultation.

Use our chatbot to receive a free, instant online case evaluation now.

Lung cancer is a life-threatening and debilitating illness that can affect your quality of life.

Because of the physical, psychological, and emotional toll that lung cancer and mesothelioma take, you need to hold parties liable for your diagnosis.

Bringing negligent parties to justice can be a daunting process for those unfamiliar with the legal process for Mesothelioma Lawsuits.

Contact TorHoerman Law today for more information and to find out how we can help you.

TorHoerman Law: Your Mesothelioma Lawyers