Who is Eligible for Compensation?
Victims of asbestos exposure and their families may qualify for multiple forms of compensation. Contact us today, and take the first step toward securing financial support.
Mesothelioma Patients
Asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma, a rare and devastating cancer with high treatment costs.
Learn MoreLung Cancer Patients
Your lawyer can investigate whether there is a connection between your lung cancer diagnosis and past asbestos exposure.
Learn MoreSurviving Family
Dependants and surviving family members may be eligible for multiple forms of compensation when filing a claim.
Learn MoreTalc Powder Victims
Companies sold asbestos-contaminated talc products to unsuspecting consumers, many of whom now suffer from asbestos-related illnesses.
Learn MoreVeterans
Seeking compensation from asbestos companies will not negatively affect your VA benefits or require you to sue the U.S. military or government.
Learn MoreGet The Compensation You And Your Family Deserve
Mesothelioma cases typically result in legal settlements ranging from $1 to $1.4 million, with trial verdicts varying between $5 million and $11.4 million or more. Working with an experienced legal advisor helps eligible victims and families pursue the maximum possible compensation.
$32 Million
Awarded after the premise contractor companies were found liable for secondhand asbestos exposure.
$28 Million
Awarded to three asbestos-related lung cancer victims in New York City.
$5.1 Million
Awarded to a Navy Machinist's Mate with Navy and civilian asbestos exposure.
$4 Million
Awarded to a Puerto Rican sugar mill and laboratory equipment engineer whose case was rejected by another firm.
Types of Compensation You May Qualify For
Many asbestos exposure victims qualify for multiple forms of compensation, with total payouts often exceeding $1 million. An experienced lawyer can help determine what compensation options may be available to you.
Trust Fund Payouts
Trust funds established by bankrupt asbestos companies have over $30 billion remaining to compensate victims and their families.
MoreLegal Settlements
Negotiated out-of-court settlements allow victims to receive compensation quickly, without the stress and uncertainty of a trial.
MoreVA Claims
Veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma or other asbestos-related illnesses may be eligible for additional VA benefits.
MoreTreatment Grants & More
Your lawyer can help you seek additional forms of compensation, such as treatment grants and workers' compensation.
MoreWhy Seek Compensation?
Asbestos exposure victims and their families deserve justice and financial support for the harm caused by negligent companies. Compensation can help cover medical expenses, lost income, and other essential needs.
- Cover medical expenses
- Recover lost wages
- Financial security for surviving family
- Hold at-fault companies responsible
- Easy, hands-off process
- No out-of-pocket costs
Our Expert Legal Team Is Ready to Help
Our trusted legal partners at Meirowitz & Wasserberg have years of experience pursuing justice and compensation for families affected by asbestos exposure. Their expert team has handled over 2,000 mesothelioma cases and recovered over $500 million in settlements and trial verdicts.
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Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos is an incredibly durable material known for its resistance to heat, fire, and chemicals. Throughout the 20th century, it was widely used across industrial, military, commercial, and residential settings — unintentionally exposing millions to its harmful effects.
At-Fault Companies
Manufacturers continued adding asbestos to their products despite knowing the dangers, harming millions of individuals.
Learn MoreHigh-Risk Occupations
Individuals exposed to asbestos regularly through their work face an elevated risk of developing asbestos-related illnesses.
Learn MoreMilitary Exposure
The military used asbestos-contaminated products throughout ground installations, aboard marine vessels, and aircraft.
Learn MoreAsbestos Products
Manufacturers incorporated asbestos into a wide range of products, including industrial equipment, engines, and much more.
Learn MoreWhat is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a rare and deadly form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Annual treatment costs often exceed $400,000.
Learn MoreFrequently Asked Questions
Individuals diagnosed with asbestos-related illnesses due to primary or secondary exposure — along with their surviving family members and dependents — may be eligible for compensation.
Compensation can help cover medical bills, lost wages, treatment-related travel expenses, and burial costs, creating financial security for victims and loved ones.
While the statute of limitations varies by state, victims have an average of two to three years to file. Therefore, acting quickly to begin the claims process is a priority.
Most qualifying victims who work with our trusted partners receive compensation exceeding $1 million, although some receive award packages many times the average amount.
Trust fund payouts can begin in as little as 90 days, while lawsuit settlements and verdicts may take months or even years. If fast compensation is a priority, let your lawyer know so they can explore the best options for you.
Yes, surviving family members can typically pursue multiple forms of compensation, including asbestos trust funds, wrongful death lawsuits, VA benefits and more
Mesothelioma patients and their families may be able to access financial support through lawsuits, settlements, trial verdicts, asbestos trust funds, VA benefits, workers’ compensation, treatment grants, and other resources.
Our patient advocates are here to connect you with essential support, including doctor-matching programs, appointment scheduling, financial assistance, access to clinical trials, mental health services, and more. Additionally, our trusted legal partners can guide you through pursuing various forms of compensation to meet your financial needs and seek justice from negligent companies.
Checking Your Eligibility Is Easy & Completely Free
Answer a Few Questions
Complete our three-step eligibility check. It’s free of charge, only takes a few minutes, and requires no commitment.
See What You Qualify For
Once we've reviewed your responses, a patient advocate will reach out to provide information on the compensation options that may be available to you.
We'll Handle the Rest
Our experienced legal team takes care of every aspect of the filing process, allowing victims and their families to focus on their mental and physical well-being.