Compensation from Mesothelioma Cases

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may be eligible to receive compensation. Many factors affect how much compensation you may be able to recover in a mesothelioma case.

As of June 2023, Simmons Hanly Conroy has helped thousands of families receive over $8.7 billion total from mesothelioma cases. This compensation helps cover medical costs and hold the makers of asbestos-containing products accountable.

See if we can help with your case now for free — call (800) 326-8900.

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Determining Mesothelioma Case Values

There is no one-size-fits-all formula to figuring out how much your mesothelioma case may be worth. All cases and mesothelioma case values differ. Past mesothelioma case settlements or verdicts are no guarantee of future outcomes.

With that being said, the following factors can influence the potential value of your asbestos case:

  • The extent of asbestos exposure
  • The extremity of your sickness as a result
  • The evidence of exposure and company negligence
  • The company or companies at fault in your case
  • The cost of your medical bills for treatments or medications
  • Any lost wages from work
  • The state your case is filed in
  • Your physical health before the asbestos-related disease
  • Whether your case ends in an asbestos settlement or trial verdict

In addition to those listed above, there are even more factors that can affect your mesothelioma compensation amount. The uniqueness of each asbestos case makes it difficult to pinpoint exactly how much yours may be worth.

While no amount of money will cure your asbestos-related illness or bring back your loved one, we at Simmons Hanly Conroy are deeply committed to giving you a powerful voice to stand up for your rights and hold asbestos companies accountable for their wrongdoing.

Our Past Asbestos Settlements & Mesothelioma Verdicts

The experienced asbestos lawyers of Simmons Hanly Conroy have helped thousands of individuals get results from mesothelioma cases, recovering more than $8.7 billion in verdicts and settlements.

Some of our past asbestos case settlements and verdicts include:

$250 Million

Retired SteelworkerIndiana

$30 Million

Former Construction SupervisorCalifornia

$10.3 Million

Longshoreman and ChiropractorNew Orleans

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  • $60 million to a New York laborer
  • $40 million to a Washington U.S. Navy veteran
  • $34 million to a California mechanic
  • $13.1 million to a carpenter with pleural mesothelioma
  • $12 million to a laborer in Illinois with pleural mesothelioma
  • $10 million to a boiler tender
  • $7 million to a Pennsylvania welder
  • $5.6 million to a California airline industry worker
  • $4.7 million to a New York laborer
  • $3.9 million to the heirs of a Virginia auto mechanic
  • $3.4 million to a Florida U.S. Navy veteran
  • $2.8 million to the family of an Illinois heavy equipment operator
  • $2.73 million to a Massachusetts U.S. Navy veteran
  • $2.53 million to a maintenance worker from Michigan
  • $2.35 million to a U.S. Navy veteran and truck driver from Texas
  • $2.19 million to a Pennsylvania U.S. Navy veteran and bricklayer

Because there are so many factors and unique circumstances that determine mesothelioma compensation amounts, individual results vary for each asbestos case.

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Who Qualifies for Mesothelioma Compensation?

You may have a case and be eligible to pursue mesothelioma compensation if:

  • You were diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease
  • You’re the spouse, child, or estate representative of someone who passed away from mesothelioma

Not Sure of Your Legal Options?

Call (800) 326-8900 today or fill out our contact form for a free, no-obligation legal consultation.

A member of our team can review the details of your mesothelioma case and let you know if you can take legal action.

How Mesothelioma Compensation Can Help

Mesothelioma is a very aggressive disease that usually requires expensive cancer treatments, travel to specialists and caregiving costs. Health insurance may not cover all of these costs, putting patients and their loved ones at risk of financial hardship.

Compensation for mesothelioma victims and their families can be used for:

The cost of medical expenses and medications

Travel costs to hospitals or medical specialists

Any lost wages for you and your caregiver

Your family’s financial future

Funeral expenses

Additionally, filing a mesothelioma case can hold the companies that knew of the dangers of asbestos accountable for their corporate greed, which can help reduce future wrongdoing.

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See How We Have Helped Others

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, we stand for our clients. We’re committed to providing our clients with the expert legal care they need and the personal attention they deserve. But you don’t have to take our word for it — hear what some of our clients have to say about their experience working with us below.

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How Does an Asbestos Case Work?

While asbestos court cases may seem overwhelming to you, an experienced mesothelioma attorney can help you navigate every step of the legal process for your case, helping to minimize any confusion and maximize your potential compensation.

With Simmons Hanly Conroy, you don’t just gain access to an asbestos attorney — you get an entire trial team on your side.

This way, you’ll work with the same small group of people on your mesothelioma case, and they’ll be able to devote their time and attention to your individual case.

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Your Mesothelioma Trial Team

Once we determine you may have a case after your free consultation, one of our team members will visit you to learn the specifics of your case — at no cost to you.

During this visit, we’ll get to know you in person and explain the legal process and any documents we may need you to sign. We also have video conference meetings available during the COVID-19 pandemic.

After this visit, your trial team will get to work. Every trial team is led by an experienced Simmons Hanly Conroy lawyer who has years of mesothelioma case experience. Additional members of your trial team include medical experts, investigators, paralegals and support staff.

Together, your trial team works to build the backbone of your asbestos case.

How We Build Your Mesothelioma Case

During an asbestos case, your legal team must be able to prove:

When, where and how asbestos exposure occurred

Which asbestos-containing products you were exposed to

Who manufactured those asbestos-containing products

To be able to prove this, your legal team must first build your case by:

  • Gathering evidence to support your legal claim
  • Collecting your work history and medical records
  • Investigating asbestos-containing products you may have been exposed to
  • Utilizing our warehouse of asbestos case evidence
  • Finding witnesses of your asbestos exposure
  • Filing any appropriate claims
  • Processing paperwork with courts, medical institutions and more
  • Retaining medical experts on your behalf

Your trial team at Simmons Hanly Conroy will draw on their legal knowledge, medical connections and other resources to build your mesothelioma case and support your claim.

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Mesothelioma Financial Compensation Options

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, our attorneys have decades of experience in asbestos litigation and have represented thousands of individuals and families throughout the country.

Your lawyer will help you decide the best course of legal action for your mesothelioma case, which may be:

Mesothelioma Personal Injury Lawsuits

The mesothelioma patient files a personal injury lawsuit against the manufacturer(s) of the asbestos-containing products they were exposed to.

Asbestos Trust Fund Claims

Your lawyer files a claim against an asbestos trust fund, which is money set aside by a company that manufactured asbestos-containing products and has since gone bankrupt. You may be able to file asbestos claims against multiple trust funds, which your attorney will help determine for you.

Mesothelioma Wrongful Death Lawsuits

A family member or court-appointed representative of the mesothelioma victim’s estate files a lawsuit after the patient passes away.

Mesothelioma VA Benefits

Veterans with mesothelioma can also file a claim with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to receive mesothelioma VA benefits like health care or disability.

Our firm has VA-accredited mesothelioma attorneys on staff who can help veterans prepare their VA claims for benefits.

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“[Simmons Hanly Conroy] helped us out when nobody else would…They care about you, they really do. The people who are working on your case are just as concerned about your well-being as they are about what’s going on with the case. I can’t say enough good things about Simmons Hanly Conroy…They make you feel like you’re in good hands. And they honestly make you feel part of a family.”

Mike Mattmuller, Simmons Hanly Conroy Client and Mesothelioma Warrior

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What Do Lawyers for Asbestos Cases Do?

Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit can help hold offending companies and organizations accountable for their negligence and greed. With the right legal help, you and your family can successfully navigate the legal system.

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, our experienced mesothelioma lawyers will work hard for you, handling the mesothelioma case process on your behalf and investing in your right to take legal action — at no out-of-pocket cost to you.

Our lawyers for asbestos cases may be able to help you:

  • Identify which type of legal action is right for your particular situation
  • File your complaint against the asbestos product manufacturer
  • Present your case’s evidence and testimony in court
  • File your mesothelioma claim in court and present your case’s evidence
  • Negotiate a settlement amount or try your case in court before a jury

Settling an Asbestos Case vs. Going to Trial

When you work with Simmons Hanly Conroy, we’ll do everything we can to get you the results you deserve, whether it’s an asbestos settlement or jury verdict.

Most of our mesothelioma cases settle because of the risk of a trial verdict, which can be appealed. We’ll pursue the highest mesothelioma settlement possible while working toward resolution as quickly as possible.

Even if your case doesn’t result in a settlement, we’re prepared to take your case to trial and verdict. We will aggressively represent you and your family at trial and in the event of an appeal.

Meet Our Award-Winning Mesothelioma Lawyers

When you work with the experienced mesothelioma lawyers at Simmons Hanly Conroy, you get the personal support of a local legal team with the resources and reach of a nationwide law firm.

Our asbestos lawyers fight for families whose lives have been shattered as a result of corporate negligence and greed. We’re honored and humbled to be their advocates.

Meet some of our award-winning mesothelioma attorneys below.

Mesothelioma Cases by State

Simmons Hanly Conroy is a nationwide mesothelioma law firm with a proven track record across the country. Our lawyers have handled asbestos exposure and mesothelioma cases for residents of all 50 states.

Select a state from the drop-down menu below to learn more about our past asbestos court cases and mesothelioma settlement results in your area.

Choose your state from the drop-down menu to learn more about our mesothelioma experience by state.

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Get Help Pursuing Mesothelioma Compensation

As one of the leading asbestos law firms nationwide, Simmons Hanly Conroy has helped thousands of asbestos exposure victims across the country seek justice and hold those responsible for their illness accountable.

For more than 20 years, we’ve fought to secure meaningful results for our mesothelioma clients and their families when they needed it most. During this time, our attorneys have recovered over $8.7 billion total for our mesothelioma clients.

Call (800) 326-8900 or get a free legal consultation today to learn more about how we can help with your mesothelioma case. There’s no cost or obligation to speak with us.

Mesothelioma Case Value FAQs

Who is eligible for mesothelioma compensation?

Mesothelioma compensation is usually available to:

  • Anyone diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease
  • Their family members or the court-appointed estate representative if their loved one has passed

If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Reach out to us today for a free legal review of your mesothelioma case.

How much is a mesothelioma case worth?

How much a mesothelioma case may be worth depends on a variety of different factors, including:

  • The type and duration of asbestos exposure
  • The severity of your asbestos-related illness
  • The cost of medical treatments
  • Any lost income

Those are just a few of the many factors that can influence your mesothelioma case value. To get a better idea of what your case might be worth, get a free legal consultation today.

 

How long do mesothelioma cases take?

Because mesothelioma is such a fast-moving illness, mesothelioma cases are often expedited for trial and can get scheduled in as few as 6-12 months.

These are some of the fastest-moving cases in the country. Families are impacted by the high costs of treating asbestos-related diseases and need resolution before their loved one passes.

Whether or not a case goes to court, it’s crucial to act quickly. The sooner you move forward with your case, the sooner your family can achieve peace of mind and potentially start receiving mesothelioma financial compensation.

What is the statute of limitations for mesothelioma cases?

Some state laws even limit the time you have to file a claim for your case. If this time — called the mesothelioma statute of limitations — passes, you won’t be able to file a claim over the matter again. Even though this is a difficult and trying period for you and your family, it’s imperative to act quickly.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, get a free legal consultation for your mesothelioma case today.

Why should I get a lawyer for my mesothelioma case?

Mesothelioma is a very complex area of law, and asbestos litigation is difficult to navigate without the help of an experienced attorney.

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, we understand that taking legal action is not a simple process, even under the best conditions. Our highly experienced asbestos attorneys not only know the law, we know the hardship mesothelioma brings on generations of families like yours. It’s what drives us to fight for the justice you deserve.

As a nationwide law firm, Simmons Hanly Conroy has helped thousands of clients across the country get billions of dollars in total compensation for mesothelioma cases. Get a free case consultation today to see if we may be able to help you too.

How much do lawyers for asbestos cases cost?

There are no out-of-pocket fees to work with asbestos attorneys at Simmons Hanly Conroy. We only get paid if your case successfully results in mesothelioma compensation.

How are asbestos cases paid out?

In asbestos cases, mesothelioma compensation can come in several forms, usually as: 

  • An asbestos settlement agreed on by both parties
  • A jury-decided verdict in court
  • A mesothelioma trust fund claim from funds set aside by bankrupt manufacturers of asbestos-containing products
  • A mesothelioma VA claim for benefits

Your legal team can help you decide the best route to compensation in your case — get a free legal consultation today.

What is the average settlement amount for a mesothelioma case?

Asbestos case settlements vary according to a number of different factors, which makes determining an average amount different to do.

With that being said, the experienced mesothelioma attorneys at Simmons Hanly Conroy can help you determine how much your case may be worth. Contact us today to learn more.

Can family members receive mesothelioma compensation after the death of their loved one?

Potentially, yes — if your loved one was diagnosed with mesothelioma and has since passed away, you may be able to take legal action on their behalf.

Filing a wrongful death lawsuit can recover mesothelioma compensation for family members or the representative of the victim’s estate. Get a free legal consultation today to learn more about your options.

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John Simmons is a founder and Chairman of Simmons Hanly Conroy. After serving in the U.S. Army, he went on to earn his Doctor of Law degree from Southern Methodist University School of Law. He has helped recover some of the biggest verdicts and settlements in asbestos litigation history and is rated as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers.