Virginia Mesothelioma Lawyer

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 Virginia pursue the justice they deserve.

Our mesothelioma lawyers have recovered more than $10.1 billion on behalf of thousands of clients affected by mesothelioma, including over $165 million for families in Virginia alone. Call (800) 326-8900 now to see if our Virginia mesothelioma attorneys can help you.

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Working with Mesothelioma Clients Across Virginia

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 Virginia 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 Virginia, including families in:

Abingdon
Alexandria
Arlington
Bassett
Chesapeake
Cumberland
Dale City
Falls Church
Hampton
Lynchburg
Newport News
Norfolk
Portsmouth
Richmond
Roanoke
Suffolk
Virginia Beach
Winchester

Our Past Virginia Mesothelioma Settlement Amounts

Our Virginia asbestos attorneys have recovered over $165 million to help Virginia 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 Virginia clients are listed below.

$3.85 Million

Sand Blaster & Tile Installer
Hampton, VA

$4 Million

Mechanic
Gloucester Point, VA

$3.66 Million

Shipyard Worker
Poquoson, VA

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$3.59 million for a union pipefitter and U.S. Navy veteran in Richmond
$2.74 million to a bricklayer and cement finisher in Fincastle
$2.28 million for a union boilermaker in Hiwassee with pleural mesothelioma
$1.86 million to a Richmond mechanic and U.S. Air Force veteran
$2.68 million for a construction worker in Martinsville
$2.25 million to a Moneta laborer with pleural mesothelioma
$2.96 million to a Charlottesville production division chief
$2 million for a Bedford woman with pleural mesothelioma from her husband’s work as a laborer
$2.7 million for a union millwright in Chesterfield with pleural mesothelioma
$1.95 million to an Abingdon pipefitter and inspector
$1.37 million for a Richmond brick loader and driver with pericardial mesothelioma
$2.82 million to a U.S. Navy veteran and salesman in Stephens City
$3 million for a Monroe metal worker with pleural mesothelioma
$2.5 million to a laborer in Gate City
$2.87 million for a Manassas maintenance worker and truck driver
$2.82 million to a railroad worker in Goode
$1.81 million for a Spring Grover pipe coverer and insulator
$2.51 million to a Fairfield carpenter and plumber with pleural mesothelioma
$2.53 million for a U.S. Army veteran and exterminator in Fairfax

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.

Walter, an older gentleman in a red shirt

“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

Lori and Norris together at a sports game

“It truly made such a difference for my husband to know that the good guys can actually win.”

– Lori, Wife of a Construction Worker

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

– Bonnie, Veterinarian with Mesothelioma

Mike Mattmuller, a Simmons Hanly Conroy client

“The firm helped us when nobody else would. They care about you, they really do.”

– Mike, Engineer with Mesothelioma

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Filing a Virginia Mesothelioma Lawsuit

Our mesothelioma attorneys in Virginia 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 on Filing in Virginia

State laws called statutes of limitations restrict how long mesothelioma patients and their family members have to file a lawsuit. In Virginia, the mesothelioma statute of limitations is 2 years after your diagnosis or the death of a loved one.

It’s important to contact an asbestos lawyer in Virginia as soon as possible, so you don’t miss your chance to take action.

Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma in Virginia

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 Virginia 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 Virginia 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 Virginia 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 Virginia

Over the years, a number of buildings and work sites in Virginia 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.

Arlington
Bilton Insulation Inc.
Capitol Cement
Pentagon Building
Washington National Airport
Covington
Covington Paper Mill
Hercules Powder Company
Virginia Pulp & Paper
Westvaco Paper Mill
Hopewell
Allied Chemical Corporation
American Tobacco Company
Continental Can Company
Firestone Plant
Phillip Morris Plant
Solvay Process Company

Newport News
Babcock & Wilcox
Franklin Printing Company
Home Brothers Shipyard
Newport News Naval Shipyard
Riverside Hospital
Union Carbide Corporation
Norfolk
Ford Motor Assembly Plant
Gulf Refining Company
Little Creek Naval Base
Lone Star Cement Corporation
Naval Air Station Jet Engine Testing Facility
Norfolk and Western Railway Company
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Norfolk Shipbuilding & Drydock
Portsmouth Power Station
U.S. Gypsum Company
Virginia Electric & Power Company

Richmond
American Oil Company
Clark Gum Plant
DuPont Chemical Plant
Firestone Tire & Rubber Company
General Motors
Industrial Sheet Metal Works
National Linen Service Company
Philip Morris Incorporated
Reynolds Painting Plant
Richmond Steel
Virginia Electric & Power
Yorktown
American Oil Company
Navy Fuel Oil Depot
Virginia Power & Light Power Plant

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For much of the 20th century, asbestos was widely used throughout U.S. Navy ships and shipyards. Thousands of workers may have been exposed to this dangerous substance at the Newport News Shipyard, which is the largest industrial employer in Virginia.

These aren’t the only Virginia 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 Virginia now for a free legal consultation.

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Meet Our Award-Winning Virginia Mesothelioma Lawyers

When you work with the Virginia 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 Virginia mesothelioma attorneys below.

Get to Know “Best Lawyer in America” Gary DiMuzio

Meet Top 40 Under 40 National Trial Lawyer Olivia Kelly

Learn About U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Michael Stewart

Get to Know Super Lawyer Donald Blydenburgh

Our Mesothelioma Clients in Virginia

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.

Giving Back to the Local Virginia Community

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, we don’t just talk the talk — we walk the walk. We passionately stand up for clients in the courtroom and in local Virginia communities by giving back.

Miles for Meso in Virginia

Started by Simmons Hanly Conroy in 2009, Miles for Meso is a 5K race that raises funds and awareness for mesothelioma, while bringing together a community of those affected by asbestos exposure. Miles for Meso races have been held across the country, including in Virginia.

“Miles for Meso means hope. It means hope that, at some point, all the fundraising and all the awareness is going to result in effective treatments of the disease and hopefully someday a cure,” said Joyce Larson, a Simmons Hanly Conroy client and the wife of a mesothelioma warrior.

Together, Miles for Meso races across the country have raised over $952,000 for mesothelioma research and advocacy. Simmons Hanly Conroy continues to be a national sponsor of the event.

Mesothelioma Attorney in Virginia FAQs

What is a Virginia mesothelioma lawsuit?

A Virginia 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 Virginia mesothelioma lawsuit.

Can you sue for asbestos exposure and mesothelioma in Virginia?

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

You may be able to file a mesothelioma lawsuit in Virginia 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 Virginia?

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 Virginia, you only have 2 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 Virginia mesothelioma lawyer do for you?

Our Virginia 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 Virginia mesothelioma lawyer. It costs nothing to speak with us.

How do I choose the best Virginia mesothelioma law firm for me?

When choosing a Virginia mesothelioma 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 Virginia.
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 $10.1 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 a mesothelioma attorney in Virginia?

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, there are no upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our mesothelioma attorneys in Virginia.

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 Virginia mesothelioma claims?

Our Virginia asbestos 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 Virginia asbestos attorneys have good reviews?

Yes. Our Virginia 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:Gary DiMuzio

Partner, Simmons Hanly Conroy

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Attorney Gary DiMuzio is a partner in the Asbestos Department at Simmons Hanly Conroy. He joined the firm in 2019, bringing 25 years of experience helping victims of mesothelioma and other environmental and workplace hazards. During his career, Gary has represented plaintiffs in cases involving mesothelioma, lung cancer, leukemia, liver cancer, silicosis, plant explosions and environmental contamination.

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