Belleville Mesothelioma Attorney

Belleville, Illinois is home to hardworking residents whose dedication helped build the city’s strong industrial and manufacturing legacy. Unfortunately, these same industries often relied on asbestos, putting many workers and their families at risk of exposure.

At Simmons Hanly Conory, we’ve secured over $10.3 billion total for clients impacted by mesothelioma, a cancer caused by asbestos. Call (800) 326-8900 now to see if our Belleville mesothelioma attorneys can help you pursue compensation.

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Belleville Asbestos Exposure & Mesothelioma Claims

When asbestos fibers are inhaled or swallowed, they may become lodged in the lining of major organs like the lungs. These fibers can irritate healthy tissue for decades, causing mesothelioma to develop 10-50 years after exposure.

Our mesothelioma law firm has helped:

Over 8,000 families affected by asbestos exposure nationwide
Secure more than $10.3 billion from mesothelioma claims
Raise funds for mesothelioma research with our annual Miles for Meso event
Give our clients a powerful voice in the legal system for over 25 years

Companies knew the dangers when they used asbestos in their products — but they used it anyway, putting thousands at risk. We can help you hold these corporations accountable and pursue compensation for your family.

Our Belleville asbestos lawyers can handle every step of the legal process as we fight for justice on your behalf. There are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with us.

Contact our firm for a free legal consultation to get started now. We can figure out how you were exposed to asbestos and find the evidence to prove it.

Our Past Belleville Mesothelioma Settlements & Verdicts

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, we’ve secured over $10.3 billion for mesothelioma clients across the country, including families in and around Belleville.

See some of our past mesothelioma settlements and verdicts from the Belleville area below.

$5.1 Million

U.S. Air Force Veteran & Mechanic
Mascoutah, IL

$34.1 Million

Roofer
Wood River, IL

$4 Million

Bricklayer
Collinsville, IL

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$20 million to a mechanic in St. Louis
$2.72 million for a Granite City railway worker with pleural mesothelioma
$2.39 million to a Wood River manufacturing worker with pleural mesothelioma
$1.78 million for a carpenter and construction worker in Alton
$2.23 million to a Granite City laborer and oil worker
$2.3 million for a U.S. Navy veteran and millwright in Collinsville
$4.11 million to a Granite City bricklayer with pleural mesothelioma
$10 million for an insulator in St. Louis
$3.26 million to a truck driver with mesothelioma in Wood River
$1.43 million for a U.S. Navy veteran in Alton with pleural mesothelioma
$2.33 million to a Wood River boilermaker and U.S. Army veteran with pleural mesothelioma
$2.3 million for an Alton sheet metal worker who was diagnosed with mesothelioma
$1.97 million to a Glen Carbon U.S. Army veteran and flight instructor with pleural mesothelioma
$3.42 million for a Glen Carbon frame man and doorman with pleural mesothelioma
$5.2 million to a teacher in Glen Carbon
$4.14 million for a Brighton HVAC worker and U.S. Navy veteran
$2.15 million to an East Alton peritoneal mesothelioma patient who was exposed to asbestos through her husband’s job
$1.38 million for a Granite City baker with peritoneal mesothelioma
$2.15 million to an East Alton peritoneal mesothelioma patient who was exposed to asbestos through her husband’s job
$3.13 million for a Granite City helicopter mechanic and millwright with pleural mesothelioma

Results will vary by case depending on each individual’s exposure, age, diagnosis, and several other factors, and there’s never a guarantee of results in any case.

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See What Our Illinois Clients Say

Every mesothelioma lawyer at Simmons Hanly Conroy is committed to standing up 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 clients have to say about their experience working with us below.

Forrest, mesothelioma warrior and firm client

“It’s been great working with Simmons Hanly Conroy. They’re like family to me.”

– Forrest, IL Construction Worker with Mesothelioma

Jessica, firm client and mesothelioma survivor

“Our lawyer made sure the asbestos companies were held accountable for what they’d done to me.”

– Jessica, IL Mother with Mesothelioma

“They’ve been a very easy law firm to work with, and they have your best interests in mind.”

– Jeff, Son of an IL Insulator with Mesothelioma

Linda, daughter of mesothelioma warrior Albert

“Hiring Simmons Hanly Conroy was the best decision my dad ever made.”

– Linda, Daughter of an IL Electrician with Mesothelioma

Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit in Belleville

Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit can help you cover medical expenses and secure your family’s well-being for years to come. Our Belleville mesothelioma attorneys can guide you through the legal system, making the process as easy as possible for you and your family.

You may be eligible for compensation in multiple ways, and many of these options do not require you to go to court:

Asbestos Trust Funds: An estimated $30 billion has been set aside by asbestos companies to pay people who have developed asbestos-related diseases.
Mesothelioma Lawsuit: Most mesothelioma lawsuits are settled out of court, but our mesothelioma lawyers in Belleville are prepared to present your case in trial if needed. Families can receive significant amounts of compensation from settlements.
Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits: Veterans with mesothelioma may be able to access medical and financial benefits through the VA. We have VA-accredited mesothelioma attorneys on staff who can help veterans prepare their VA claims to access the benefits they are owed.

You’ll have an entire legal team on your side, with a senior partner at the firm, several experienced attorneys, paralegals, medical staff, and investigators, so you get the personalized care and attention you deserve.

With our headquarters less than an hour away in Alton and an office in St. Louis, our attorneys regularly handle asbestos claims in St. Clair and Madison County courts, giving our clients the advantage of having a team that knows the region inside and out.

Statute of Limitations

State laws called statutes of limitations restrict the amount of time mesothelioma patients and their family members have to file a claim.

In Illinois, you typically have 2 years to take legal action. It’s important to contact Illinois asbestos lawyers as soon as possible, so you don’t miss your chance for justice.

If you’d like to talk to a Belleville mesothelioma attorney about a potential case, we can meet with you in your home, virtually, or at a location of your choosing.

Belleville Asbestos Sites

Many of our Belleville clients were exposed to asbestos while working in steel mills, refineries, power plants, and on construction projects across the Metro East area. Others encountered asbestos at Scott Air Force Base, one of the largest employers in St. Clair County.

While asbestos is regulated in the United States, it has not been completely banned. Buildings and work sites in the Belleville area that have been linked to asbestos exposure include:

AT&T
Belleville East High School
Carling Brewery
Eureka Steel Range Company
Excelsior Foundry
Illinois Power Company

Independent Engineering
Kenneth Wild Concrete Company
Mascouth Herald
Memorial Hospital
Peabody Coal Co
Rust Company, Inc.

Scott Air Force Base
St. Clair County Courthouse
St. Clair County Gas and Electric Company
U.S. Smelting
Valentines Restaurant & Bar
Wonder Bread

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The above is a partial list of some of these work sites near Belleville. Please note: It does not necessarily reflect current conditions.

If you or a loved one has mesothelioma, call (800) 326-8900 now to see if our Belleville mesothelioma attorneys can pursue compensation on your behalf.

Meet Our Award-Winning Belleville Mesothelioma Lawyers

The mesothelioma lawyers at Simmons Hanly Conroy have secured over $10.3 billion in total on behalf of our clients affected by mesothelioma. We are dedicated to getting our clients the results they deserve. Meet a few of our top mesothelioma lawyers below.

Learn About “Best Lawyer in America” John Barnerd

Get to Know Top 100 National Trial Lawyer Shane Hampton

Learn About U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Michael Stewart

Meet Top 40 Under 40 National Trial Lawyer Chris Konya

Our Mesothelioma Clients Near Belleville

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 years secure mesothelioma compensation. We are honored to have been able to make a meaningful difference in their lives and the lives of their loved ones.

George’s Story

George, an Illinois native, grew up learning the value of hard work. Unfortunately, his family members were regularly exposed to asbestos at their jobs and unknowingly brought fibers home on their clothing, leading to secondary asbestos exposure.

Decades later, the effects of George’s early exposure began to appear. What started as shortness of breath soon led to a diagnosis of pleural mesothelioma.

Our mesothelioma lawyers were able to help Georgia take legal action and recover compensation from the companies responsible for his illness, providing his family with financial security and peace of mind during this incredibly difficult time.

“The firm was a godsend,” said George’s daughter Allison. “They explained all of the health and legal implications of what my dad was going through.”

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Giving Back to the Belleville 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 the Belleville area by giving back to a variety of different cancer research and mesothelioma support organizations.

Miles for Meso in Illinois

Started by Simmons Hanly Conroy in 2009, the Miles for Meso 5K event in Alton raises funds and awareness for mesothelioma while bringing together a community of those affected by asbestos exposure.

“Miles for Meso means that somebody has my back,” said Julie Gundlach, a mesothelioma survivor and firm client. “And somebody is amplifying my voice against the use of asbestos and the industry of corporate greed.”

Together, Miles for Meso races across the country have raised over $977,500 for mesothelioma research and advocacy. Simmons Hanly Conroy continues to be a national sponsor of the event.

Providing Pro Bono Legal Services

Both individually and on behalf of the firm, Simmons Hanly Conroy attorneys volunteer their legal services free of charge with a number of Illinois organizations, serving:

Children in the foster care system
Domestic abuse victims
Immigrants
People experiencing homelessness
Those seeking a second chance through expungement
U.S. military veterans

“Our attorneys and staff have donated countless pro bono hours dedicated to ensuring people from every walk of life have access to equitable justice,” said Attorney Amy Garrett.

Belleville Mesothelioma Legal Questions

What is a Belleville mesothelioma lawyer?

A Belleville mesothelioma lawyer helps families impacted by this cancer pursue compensation and justice for their injuries.

In many cases, families are able to recover the money they’re owed without ever going to trial — and in some instances, without even leaving their home.

Contact our team now to find out if a mesothelioma attorney in Belleville can help you pursue compensation.

Why file a Belleville asbestos claim?

Filing a Belleville asbestos claim gives you the chance to receive compensation that can help pay for medical expenses and secure your family’s financial future.

Sadly, many asbestos companies knew the dangers their asbestos products posed — but they hid these risks from the public for decades. Asbestos claims can help you hold these companies accountable for their negligence and your illness.

Call (800) 326-8900 now to get started. Let us fight for justice on your behalf.

How do I choose a Belleville mesothelioma law firm?

When choosing a Belleville mesothelioma law firm, you should look for one with:

Decades of Experience: At Simmons Hanly Conroy, we’ve been fighting on behalf of those affected by asbestos exposure for more than two decades.
A Proven Track Record: Over the past 25 years, our attorneys have recovered more than $10.3 billion nationwide for thousands of people affected by mesothelioma.
No Financial Risk: We work on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless we successfully secure compensation for your family.

Our team can handle every step of the legal process for you, so you can focus on your health and loved ones. Let us support you through this difficult time.

How much does an asbestos attorney in Belleville charge?

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, there are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our asbestos attorneys in Belleville. We only get paid if your case results in compensation.

See if you qualify for compensation now — for free.

Ready to start your lawsuit and pursue financial compensation?

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Reviewed by:Daniel P. Blouin

Partner, Simmons Hanly Conroy

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Attorney Daniel Patrick Blouin is a partner at Simmons Hanly Conroy in the Asbestos Litigation Department. Under his leadership as a lead trial attorney securing significant trial verdicts in courts nationwide, the firm’s product liability practice was named a 2019 “Practice Group of the Year” by Law360.

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American Cancer Society. “Mesothelioma.” Retrieved from: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/malignant-mesothelioma.html.
Illinois General Assembly. “Illinois Compiled Statutes.” Retrieved from: https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/fulltext.asp?DocName=073500050K13-202/.