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Asbestos Litigation

In courts all over the country asbestos litigation has been a significant issue. Studies have proven that asbestos settlement exposure can cause lung damage as well as disease.

An attorney must be able identify asbestos in each case. This can be accomplished by speaking to colleagues, obtaining documents, or analyzing samples taken from homes or workplaces.

Liability

If you or a loved one is diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease you could be qualified for compensation. Compensation can help with lost wages medical costs, and other costs associated with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness. You can start a lawsuit to claim compensation or make an offer to settle the case with the defendants in the case.

In asbestos cases, there are usually multiple defendants as there are a variety of mining companies that manufacture asbestos and manufacturers of products containing asbestos. These businesses may also own or have control of asbestos-contaminated properties. Additionally, businesses that supplied services to mines or manufacturers that made use of asbestos or acted as employers could be held accountable for the victims' injuries.

Asbestos suits typically fall under laws governing product liability that are based upon common and state laws which permit damages to be recovered from the sellers of products if the products cause injury. In a product liability suit it is claimed that the injuries occurred due to faulty design or mismanufacture and that the person who was injured wasn't adequately warned about the dangers of the products.

In asbestos cases, defendants usually argue that they were not negligent and that their products are safe. This is in spite of the fact that doctors have known for a long time that asbestos-containing products can lead to a myriad of illnesses. Furthermore, companies that concealed the risks of asbestos to increase profits have been accused of concealing the truth by attempting to suppress claims and also to block workers from seeking financial compensation for asbestos their injuries.

If more than one defendant is found liable for a victim's asbestos-related injuries, a judge or jury may determine how to divide the responsibility between them in a process called apportionment. The apportionment will not alter the amount of compensation that the plaintiff is entitled to from the defendants.

Damages

A lawsuit filed against a company that manufactured or sold asbestos-related products can help victims recover compensation for their losses. This includes the cost of medical treatment and lost wages as a result of being unable to do their job. Victims could also be awarded compensatory and punitive damages.

The lawsuit alleges that the defendant acted negligently in that it failed to exercise reasonable care to ensure that the product was safe for the intended use. The lawsuit also asserts that the defendant knew asbestos was a risk and failed to warn workers and consumers about the risk.

A person who has been a victim or the estates of people who have died from asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma could make an asbestos lawsuit. An individual can make a personal injury claim to claim compensation for economic and non-economic damages, such as emotional distress and suffering, loss of enjoyment life as well as suffering and pain. In addition, the survivor family members of a person who died from an asbestos-related disease can make a claim for wrongful death.

Once an asbestos-related case is filed, the parties exchange information via a process called discovery. This process can take some time and may require interviews with coworkers, family members, abatement workers, and others to identify potential defendants.

Due to the complexity of asbestos litigation it is imperative that plaintiffs hire an experienced lawyer handle their case. The law firm the victim, or their family, chooses must be able to comprehend the unique complexities of asbestos litigation. They should be acknowledged by insurance companies and defendants for their experience.

Our lawyers have years of experience representing victims and their families in asbestos lawsuits. We are well-known for our skill to get the most compensation possible for our clients.

If you have any questions regarding filing an asbestos lawsuit, call us for a free consultation. We are committed to fighting for justice in the best interests of our clients. Our offices are in Salt Lake City, Utah and Houston, Texas. We represent clients throughout the United States. Contact us via email or phone today to begin.

Settlements

If asbestos victims prevail in their lawsuits, they receive compensation from the companies who knowingly exposed them to hazardous substances. The money is meant to provide the victim and his or her family for the financial losses resulting from asbestos exposure. Compensation can cover the suffering and pain.

Asbestos cases usually settle rather than go to trial, as it is cheaper and easier for defendant companies to settle the matter this way. Settlements can also help avoid the negative publicity that comes with a verdict at trial. It is crucial to find mesothelioma lawyers who have prior experience in obtaining the maximum amount of damages for their clients.

Mesothelioma lawsuits can be complex and require lawyers to conduct extensive investigations into their client's past work history, medical records and asbestos exposure. They can assist clients in identifying potential asbestos-producing companies that could be responsible for their illness. Lawyers can gather evidence and use it to construct a solid mesothelioma lawsuit.

Mesothelioma lawyers can discover evidence that asbestos companies were negligent during depositions and investigations. The evidence typically comes in the form internal memos, corporate documents, and testimony from former employees who worked with asbestos-containing substances. In many instances these documents, it is clear that asbestos producers knew about the risks of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related ailments, but didn't disclose this information to their employees or to the general public.

A number of states have imposed a time limit, referred to a statute of limitations, for how long asbestos victims can make a claim. The time frames vary from state to state, but usually range from one to two years. If the statute of limitations expires before a mesothelioma lawsuit is filed, victims lose their rights to compensation.

The amount of compensation victims can receive is based on the severity of their condition, their diagnosis and other factors. Attorneys consider treatment costs as well as other expenses in negotiations to ensure that patients receive enough money to pay their medical expenses. Asbestos-related victims may also be able to claim through trust funds established for those diagnosed with mesothelioma as well as other asbestos-related illnesses.

Some of these trusts have been depleted but others continue paying out substantial prizes. In 2018, a federal court granted $70 million to the family of an U.S. Navy machinist diagnosed with mesothelioma due to working with gaskets manufactured by John Crane Inc.

Trials

Trials are a better option for asbestos victims than settlement offers. Trials can resolve issues that aren't easily resolved through settlement negotiations. For example, there may be differences in the calculation of damages, and whether the condition of a victim is caused by an exposure.

In a trial the plaintiffs have to prove that they are entitled to compensation, such as past and future medical expenses and lost wages, property damages, pain and suffering, and loss of consortium. In addition, the defendant must demonstrate that it is responsible for the asbestos-related injury. The trial process is typically long. In the last 10 years mesothelioma cases, jury verdicts cases have risen significantly and far exceeded the amount given to settlement cases by judges.

A mesothelioma lawyer can assist victims understand the trial process, and can explain their legal rights in an open courtroom. A lawyer with experience can also help to identify potential defendants. Contrary to litigation involving car accidents where it's usually easy to determine the responsible parties, asbestos cases can be more complicated. This is especially the case when a person was exposed to more than one kind of asbestos and in multiple locations. An experienced mesothelioma lawyer is able to interview witnesses, such as relatives, coworkers, and abatement workers, to compile a database of companies, products and places.

The expense of settling asbestos claims drains funds that could have been used to pay future cases. Furthermore, asbestos some claimants believe that settlements should be based on actual injuries and should be compensated more.

Defense attorneys can argue to dismiss asbestos claims through summary judgment, or a finding that there was not an exposure. However, these motions require an extensive review of evidence and an expert's opinion that the doses of asbestos that the plaintiff was exposed to were not sufficient to cause mesothelioma. While the process can take time, a qualified mesothelioma lawyer could help to accelerate the process and make sure that it doesn't become part of the long queue of cases that are awaiting the courts.