Maryland Mesothelioma Attorney

Simmons Hanly Conroy is a national mesothelioma law firm that has fought for victims of asbestos exposure for over 25 years. We have the resources and experience necessary to help mesothelioma patients and their families across Maryland pursue the justice they deserve.

Our mesothelioma lawyers have recovered more than $9.9 billion on behalf of thousands of clients affected by mesothelioma, including over $61 million for families in Maryland alone. Call (800) 326-8900 now to see if our Maryland mesothelioma attorneys can help you.

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Working with Mesothelioma Clients Across Maryland

When you or a family member is diagnosed with mesothelioma, everything changes. While no amount of compensation can fix the pain caused by this cancer, our mesothelioma law firm can file a lawsuit on your behalf to help lessen financial burdens and allow you to focus on your health and loved ones.

Our Maryland mesothelioma lawyers will handle every step of the legal process on your behalf. We only get paid if your case results in compensation, and contacting us is free. We’ll even travel to meet you whenever and wherever is convenient for you.

Over the past 25 years, we have represented clients throughout Maryland, including families in:

Annapolis
Baltimore
Bel Alton
Bethesda
Clinton
Columbia
Frederick
Gaithersburg
Germantown
Glen Burnie
Rockville
Silver Spring
Sparrows Point
Waldorf

Our Past Maryland Mesothelioma Settlement Amounts

Our Maryland asbestos attorneys have recovered over $61 million to help Maryland families affected by mesothelioma pay for medical bills and hold those who harmed them accountable.

A few of our past mesothelioma settlements and verdicts recovered for our Maryland clients are listed below.

$5.4 Million

Mechanic & U.S. Army Veteran
Glen Burnie, MD

$4.5 Million

U.S. Navy Veteran & Boiler Technician
Chestertown, MD

$5.2 Million

Welder
La Plata, MD

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$3.28 million to a retail worker in Millersville with a management role
$1.6 million for a mason and pipefitter in Frostburg
$1 million to a laborer in Boyds
$1.5 million for a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and mechanic in District Heights
$1.2 million to a drywaller and foreman in Landover
$2.97 million for a woman in Parsonsburg who was exposed to asbestos secondhand
$1 million for a U.S. Navy veteran and baker in Fallston
$1.3 million to a 26-year-old chef and flooring worker in Potomac
$2 million for a building engineer in Walkersville with mesothelioma
$3.9 million to a painter and U.S. Army veteran in Fort Washington
$1.5 million to a Middle River woman who was exposed to asbestos secondhand
$1 million for a laborer in Ocean City
$2.35 million to a Hagerstown labor relations worker with pleural mesothelioma

Our firm represents people harmed by mesothelioma and other asbestos-related cancers on an individual basis, and the results above reflect the unique details of each claim. Results will vary by case depending on the individual’s exposure, age, diagnosis, and several other factors.

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See What Our Clients Say

Every mesothelioma lawyer at Simmons Hanly Conroy is committed to standing for our clients and giving them a powerful voice in our country’s legal system. But you don’t have to take our word for it — see what some of our past clients have to say about their experience working with us below.

“It was only 2 or 3 days, and my lawyer was here. He came to see me and talked to me personally.”

– Walter, U.S. Navy Veteran with Mesothelioma

“Simmons Hanly Conroy made filing a mesothelioma lawsuit as easy as humanly possible.”

– Bonnie, Veterinarian with Mesothelioma

Julie, a mesothelioma survivor, holds her young daughter as they smile together for a photo

“The firm has gone above and beyond any expectations anybody could have of legal representatives.”

– Julie, Secondhand Asbestos Exposure Victim

Art Putt, a Simmons Hanly Conroy client, sitting in a chair at home

“The financial freedom that came from filing a lawsuit made the time I have left even better.”

– Art, Mechanic with Mesothelioma

Filing Mesothelioma Claims in Maryland

Our mesothelioma attorneys in Maryland are prepared to help you understand the lawsuit process and guide you through the legal system. We have more than 60 mesothelioma attorneys at our firm who focus solely on helping people like you.

Each senior attorney operates within a small team of several experienced attorneys, legal staff members, and registered nurses, which ensures you’ll receive personalized attention while your case progresses.

Your legal team can pursue mesothelioma compensation in several ways:

Asbestos Trust Fund Claims: Over $30 billion is estimated to still be available in asbestos trust funds for mesothelioma victims and their families — and you don’t have to step foot in court to get it.
Mesothelioma Lawsuits: Filing a lawsuit can secure significant compensation from the companies responsible for your asbestos exposure and illness.
Veterans Benefits: Veterans make up 33% of all mesothelioma cases because asbestos was used across all branches of the military. VA benefits can offer victims health care and monthly compensation.

Together, your team can handle every step of the legal process on your behalf, from collecting evidence for your case to filing your claim in time.

Deadline to File a Mesothelioma Lawsuit in Maryland

State laws called statutes of limitations restrict how long mesothelioma patients and their family members have to file a lawsuit. In Maryland, the mesothelioma statute of limitations is 3 years after your diagnosis or the death of a loved one.

It’s important to contact our asbestos lawyers in Maryland as soon as possible, so you don’t miss your chance to take action.

Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma in Maryland

During the 20th century, more than 1 million U.S. workers were exposed to asbestos, a dangerous mineral that can cause the cancer mesothelioma, and many face serious health risks to this day.

Quick Facts About Asbestos

Asbestos is a natural mineral that is durable and resistant to heat
Over 3,000 household and industrial products contained asbestos, including roofing shingles, talcum powder, automobile brakes, insulation, boilers, and more
Multiple industries, like manufacturing, steel working, and shipbuilding, used asbestos
Inhaling or ingesting asbestos fibers can cause mesothelioma to develop 10-50 years after initial exposure
Secondary exposure occurs when asbestos is brought home on a worker’s clothes, skin, or hair, exposing others indirectly

Some job sites, homes, and older buildings in Maryland may still contain asbestos, putting workers and residents at risk of exposure even today.

What If I Don’t Know How I Was Exposed?

Our knowledgeable Maryland mesothelioma attorneys have helped many past clients identify where they were exposed to asbestos and which companies may be responsible.

Over the past two decades, we’ve gathered evidence on thousands of Maryland job sites where asbestos was used. It’s possible we’ve already represented someone who worked at the same spot as you.

Let us put our experience to work for your family. Call (800) 326-8900 now to get started for free.

Job Sites with Asbestos in Maryland

Over the years, a number of buildings and work sites in Maryland have been tied to asbestos exposure. The following is a partial list of some of those sites that have been linked. Please note this isn’t a complete list and may not necessarily reflect current conditions.

Aberdeen
Aberdeen Proving Grounds
Bata Shoe Factory
Annapolis
Carvel Hall Hotel
Kelvin & Hughes
U.S. Naval Hospital
U.S. Naval Academy
Baltimore
Allied Chemical Corporation
American Tobacco Company
Baltimore Gas & Electric Company
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company
Bethlehem Steel Mill
Carlings Brewery
Eastern Rolling Mills
Fairfield Shipyard
General Motors
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Kaiser Aluminum Plant
Maryland Shipbuilding & Drydock Company
Maryland Pavement Company
Standard Oil
Todd Shipyard
Western Electric Company

Chestertown
American Strawboard Company
Tenneco Chemicals Inc.
Washington College
Curtis Bay
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company
Curtis Bay Chemical
Harbison Walker Refractories
Maryland Shipbuilding
Olin Corporation
Pigment Plant
United States Industrial Chemical Company
U.S. Coast Guard Yard
Elkton
Cecil Paper Company
Chemetron Chemicals
Cherry Hill Middle School
Jessup & Moore Paper Company
Public Ledger Paper Mills
Thiokol Chemical Corp.

Fort Meade
Bethlehem Shipyard
Bethlehem Steel Plant
Fort Meade
Sparrows Point
Luke
Celanese
Westvaco
West Virginia Pulp & Paper
Rockville
Coakley & Williams
National Geographic Building
Southlawn Industrial Park
Westinghouse Electric Company
Silver Spring
Foxhall Apartments
Holy Cross Hospital
Naval Ordinance Laboratory
Strickler Engineering Corporation
Walter Reed Medical

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With its strategic location along the Chesapeake Bay, Maryland became home to several major shipyards that built both commercial and naval ships during the 20th century. However, due to the widespread use of asbestos in shipbuilding, shipyard workers have one of the highest rates of mesothelioma.

These aren’t the only Maryland companies that used asbestos.

If you believe your occupational asbestos exposure may have caused a mesothelioma diagnosis for you or someone you love, contact our asbestos lawyers in Maryland now for a free legal consultation.

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Meet Our Award-Winning Mesothelioma Lawyers in Maryland

When you work with the Maryland mesothelioma lawyers at Simmons Hanly Conroy, you get the personal support of a local legal team with the resources and reach of a national law firm. Meet a few of our firm’s top Maryland mesothelioma attorneys below.

Meet “Best Lawyer in America” Lisa Nathanson Busch

Learn About Top 100 National Trial Lawyer Dan Blouin

Meet Firm Founder & U.S. Army Veteran John Simmons

Get to Know Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer Olivia Kelly

Our Mesothelioma Clients in Maryland

Every person diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease has a unique story. Here at Simmons Hanly Conroy, we believe there is power in sharing those stories.

Our lawyers have helped many people over the decades secure mesothelioma compensation. We are honored to have been able to make a significant difference in their lives and the lives of their loved ones.

As you learn about our clients’ stories, please understand that recovery results vary. No two stories and no two cases are exactly alike. Each mesothelioma case reflects the unique parts of each person’s story.

Mike’s Story

Matthew Michael (Mike) Mattmuller moved to Maryland in 2004, where he met Jessica, the love of his life. Just a year after they got married, Mike began to experience what he thought was simply shortness of breath — but at the young age of 29, he was unexpectedly diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Mike and Jessica were shocked, and they reached out to our Maryland mesothelioma attorneys for help. With the compensation they received through legal action, Mike was able to undergo costly treatment that led to incredible progress. In 2016, he and his wife welcomed their daughter into the world.

“Simmons Hanly Conroy helped us out when nobody else would,” said Mike. “They make you feel like you’re in good hands. And they honestly make you feel part of a family.”

Although he far outlived his initial prognosis, Mike lost his battle with mesothelioma a few years later, when he was just 38. He passed away having inspired countless other mesothelioma warriors to remain positive — and having secured his wife and daughter’s financial future.

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Ellen’s Story

Growing up, Ellen was unknowingly exposed to asbestos from her father’s home improvement projects, her uncle’s work, and various consumer products. She was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma at just 41 years old.

Since the cancer had spread to both of her lungs, Ellen’s treatment options were limited. Her doctor recommended immunotherapy, but insurance wouldn’t cover it. She sought help from an attorney in Maryland for mesothelioma.

After securing a mesothelioma settlement and undergoing treatment, Ellen became a long-term survivor and an advocate with the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO).

Norm’s Story

Norm served in the U.S. Army until 1969, when he began working as a pipefitter. For the next decade, he worked around asbestos-containing products, unaware of the health risks they posed.

Nearly 40 years later, Norm was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma. He was forced to retire from his role as a corporate vice president. Sadly, he passed away soon after.

Norm’s family worked with our Maryland mesothelioma lawyers to file an asbestos claim after his death. We were able to seek justice for his loved ones and hold the companies responsible for his illness accountable.

Mesothelioma Attorney in Maryland FAQs

What is a Maryland mesothelioma lawsuit?

A Maryland mesothelioma lawsuit is a type of product liability claim against the companies that made or used the asbestos products a mesothelioma patient was exposed to.

Since many companies knowingly hid the dangers of asbestos from their employees and consumers, victims may be able to hold asbestos companies accountable and pursue compensation for injuries they suffered as a result of the companies’ products.

Contact us now to see if you may be able to seek compensation from a Maryland mesothelioma lawsuit.

Can you sue for asbestos exposure and mesothelioma in Maryland?

Patients and their loved ones may be able to pursue a mesothelioma claim with the help of our experienced Maryland asbestos attorneys.

You may be able to file a mesothelioma lawsuit in Maryland if you:

Were diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease
Are the family member or estate representative of someone with mesothelioma

Even if your loved one has passed away, you may still be able to seek compensation on their behalf by filing a mesothelioma claim after their death.

What is the mesothelioma statute of limitations in Maryland?

Unfortunately, asbestos exposure victims only have a short window of time after their mesothelioma diagnosis to file a claim due to statutes of limitations, which are state-specific deadlines on when you can file a lawsuit.

In Maryland, you only have 3 years after your diagnosis or the death of a loved one to file a mesothelioma claim. Once these deadlines pass, it’s too late to take legal action for your illness.

Contact us as soon as possible. Our team can listen to what’s going on and let you know if you still have time to take legal action — even if you think the deadline may have already passed.

What can a lawyer in Maryland for mesothelioma do for you?

Our Maryland mesothelioma lawyers can handle every step of the legal process for you, from filing your lawsuit before any deadlines to fighting for compensation on your behalf.

If you have a case, our legal team can:

Determine how you were exposed to asbestos by thoroughly investigating your work history and potential sources of exposure
Hold asbestos companies accountable for the role they played in exposing you to this dangerous substance
Pursue financial compensation to help with your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related expenses
Provide ongoing support to you and your family while staying available via phone and text
Travel to meet with you on your terms, whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you

We’re prepared to fight for the justice and compensation your family deserves — all while making the process as easy and stress-free as possible.

Call (800) 326-8900 now to see if you may be eligible to file a claim with the help of a Maryland mesothelioma lawyer. It costs nothing to speak with us.

How do I choose the best Maryland asbestos law firm for me?

When choosing a Maryland asbestos law firm, look for a firm that has:

Free Consultations: It costs nothing to speak with our team and find out if we may be able to help you take legal action.
Extensive Experience: We’ve handled mesothelioma claims for over 25 years, allowing us to successfully navigate even the most complex cases.
No Upfront Costs: There are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our mesothelioma attorneys in Maryland.
Databases of Evidence: With a warehouse of information on asbestos companies and dangerous products, we have the resources to build a strong case on your behalf.
Given Millions for a Cure: Our team has donated over $21 million to mesothelioma research and advocacy efforts, helping the fight for a cure.
Helped Thousands of Families: We’ve assisted more than 7,750 families affected by mesothelioma nationwide.
A History of Record-Breaking Results: Our attorneys have secured over $9.9 billion for families impacted by mesothelioma, including the highest mesothelioma verdict against a single defendant ($250 million).

By working with Simmons Hanly Conroy, you’ll get all the benefits of a national firm in addition to the personalized attention and dedication your case deserves.

How much does it cost to hire an asbestos lawyer in Maryland?

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, there are no upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our asbestos lawyers in Maryland.

We work on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid if we recover compensation for your family.

Will I have to travel to file Maryland mesothelioma claims?

Our Maryland mesothelioma lawyers will come to you, wherever you may be and whenever it’s convenient for you. We will travel to meet with you in the comfort of your own home or in a location of your choosing.

Though we can’t guarantee you won’t ever have to travel during your case, it’s very unlikely you will need to leave the area you live in to receive compensation.

“Our attorney came out to meet us within a week of calling him,” said Alan, a firm client. “He and his team hit the ground running.”

Do your Maryland asbestos attorneys have good reviews?

Yes. Our Maryland asbestos attorneys are committed to providing clients with the best experience possible, offering personalized support, clear communication, and strong legal representation in their fight for justice.

See what our clients have to say about their experience working with us by reading Simmons Hanly Conroy reviews.

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Reviewed by:Michael K. Hibey

Partner, Simmons Hanly Conroy

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Michael K. Hibey is a partner at Simmons Hanly Conroy, where he focuses his practice primarily on helping individuals and families impacted by asbestos-related diseases. Before joining the firm in 2015, Mike practiced law in Washington, D.C. where he litigated personal injury cases on behalf of plaintiffs in federal and state courts throughout the Washington, D.C. area.

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