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A Firm That Specializes in Asbestos Litigation

Unlike personal injury attorneys who handle many different types of claims, firms that specialize in asbestos litigation have the expertise and resources to help people diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness. They have access to specific databases that will help them connect the patient's condition to their prior exposure to asbestos.

Occupational Exposure

Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring mineral fibers that are resistant to heat and corrosion. The fibers are found in a variety of products such as floor tiles, building material and automotive brakes and clutches. Occupational exposure occurs most often in ship repairs, construction and manufacturing of asbestos-containing products.

People diagnosed with mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases may file a suit to claim damages against the companies that exposed them to this deadly substance. The compensation from a mesothelioma lawsuit will cover medical expenses as well as lost wages and other expenses related to this disease.

In the United States, mesothelioma patients and their families could seek financial relief through lawsuits against many asbestos producers. These lawsuits hold asbestos producers liable for failing disclose the dangers of their products and causing mesothelioma among other diseases.

Asbestos litigation is different from other personal injury lawsuits because it usually involves the same plaintiffs and defendants. It may also involve the same lawyers, law firms and experts. It is essential that asbestos-related injury victims employ an attorney with expertise in complex cases and who understands the history of mesothelioma lawsuits in the United States.

In asbestos litigation, determining the reason for a person's exposure to asbestos attorney is crucial. This could require a examination of the duration of employment as well as Social Security or union, tax and other records. Waters Kraus &Paul's lawyers can determine the sources of asbestos exposure and seek legal action against asbestos manufacturers.

Asbestos litigation has been going on in the United States since the 1960s. Asbestos producers are experiencing the consequences from this litigation, filing for bankruptcy and settlements with victims. They have also established asbestos trust funds to pay future victims. However, until this dangerous carcinogen is completely banned, mesothelioma and the other asbestos-related illnesses will continue to cause serious damage to the population of the world. Our lawyers are dedicated to holding asbestos companies accountable for their negligence.

Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a fatal cancerous type that affects the linings of the lungs and abdomen, is a fatal disease. It develops when asbestos fibers lodge in the lung's lining or abdomen and cause irritation to cells. The cells then become malignant and spread to different organs. It is uncommon for mesothelioma to develop in those who have not had a history of prolonged exposure to asbestos. In many cases, symptoms don't manifest until years after exposure to asbestos.

Mesothelioma symptoms include chest pain, coughing and difficulty breathing. A doctor will usually perform a physical exam and order imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scans to detect signs of mesothelioma. They may also suggest the use of a biopsy to determine mesothelioma in a tissue sample.

The biopsy can be carried out with surgery or by removing a small amount of tissue or fluid from the area affected by the cancer. The biopsy is then studied under a microscope to determine the type of mesothelioma. There are two kinds of mesothelioma - epithelioid, and sarcomatoid. Epithelioid mesothelioma is more responsive to treatment and makes around 70-80 percent of mesothelioma diagnoses. Sarcomatoid is the remaining mesothelioma and is more difficult.

Lawyers can assist victims to receive compensation for their medical expenses as well as lost wages, pain and suffering. They can also bring an asbestos lawsuit against responsible companies to make them accountable for their wrongful conduct. They will look over the evidence and devise an appropriate legal strategy to maximize the value of your claim.

The statute of limitations in each state determines the time a person must file an asbestos lawsuit after they are diagnosed mesothelioma. In most states, the statute of limitations begins when they are diagnosed with mesothelioma or in the case of wrongful deaths, the date of death. Asbestos lawyers are well-versed in each state's laws and can advise clients on the most appropriate jurisdiction to file a mesothelioma lawsuit. They can also aid victims to avoid mistakes that could reduce the value of their claim. An error in the date of diagnosis for example, can cause an unintentional loss of compensation in the thousands of dollars.

Statute of limitations

A statute of limitation is a legal requirement that defines a deadline within which a lawsuit must be filed. When the statute of limitations has expired, a plaintiff will lose the right to pursue legal action, regardless of the merits of the case.

Asbestos litigation has been going on since the late 1920s, when workers first reported asbestos-related ailments. It has become the longest-running mass tort in U.S. history, and it has impacted hundreds of thousands of people in the United States alone. The litigation has changed in the past due to changes in the law, the increase in the number of well-capitalized plaintiffs, increased media attention on mesothelioma, a mass tort, in particular, as well as the increased use of computers.

To ensure that the statutes of limitations have not expired, mesothelioma lawsuits as well as other asbestos-related illnesses should be filed as soon as possible. An attorney for mesothelioma can assist victims in understanding the time frames that apply to their specific situation. In most cases, the statute of limitations starts to run when a person is diagnosed with mesothelioma or an asbestos-related disease.

It is important for an attorney to have years of experience handling asbestos lawsuits because the statute of limitations and other legal issues can make it difficult to pursue compensation. A skilled mesothelioma lawyer will spend the time to carefully review each client's case to determine how it could affect a statute of limitations and other legal issues.

Additionally, a mesothelioma lawsuit will help pay victims and their families for medical expenses, lost income and emotional stress, which can add up quickly. A successful lawsuit can reduce financial burdens and enhance the quality of life.

Waters Kraus & Paul is experienced in holding asbestos distributors, manufacturers and others accountable for their roles in the development of mesothelioma. Our attorneys have represented asbestos attorney-related victims in Utah, California and across the country including those employed in shipyards and oil refineries. We hold asbestos producers accountable for their negligence and will ensure that victims and their families receive the financial compensation they are due.