A mesothelioma claim is a lawsuit that you may file against an asbestos company if it was negligent.

The amount you may receive as compensation varies depending on various factors. It may come from jury verdicts, asbestos trust funds, and settlements.

The main types of mesothelioma lawsuits are wrongful death and personal injury claims.

Wrongful Death Claim

Family members may file this claim after the death of a loved one. The claim is valid if a family member died from asbestos-related illnesses or complications.

Only family members can file this type of claim. They must be able to prove that the death of their loved one was a result of an asbestos-related illness. The claims may be paid out through several installments or in a lump sum.

If you are unsure of your eligibility for wrongful death compensation, seek the opinion of an asbestos attorney.

Personal Injury Claims

You may file a personal injury claim if your exposure to asbestos has caused illness.

To get compensation, you have to file against the asbestos company responsible for your exposure to the asbestos. If you are too ill to file a claim, your lawyer may do it on your behalf.

You may file against companies that provide raw asbestos, negligent employers, and those who manufacture asbestos products. If your employer did not put in to protect their employees from the effects of worksite asbestos, you might sue them.

You may file a personal injury claim for occupational exposure, secondary exposure, or developing illness after using asbestos products.

You might get compensation for your medical expenses, the cost of travel, lost income, and financial security for you and your family.