Des Moines Mesothelioma Lawyer

For over 25 years, Simmons Hanly Conroy has represented families affected by mesothelioma in Des Moines and nationwide, securing more than $10.1 billion total. We have the resources and experience needed to hold powerful companies accountable.

Find out if our Des Moines mesothelioma lawyers can help your family pursue compensation. Call (800) 326-8900 now.

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Des Moines 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 7,750 families affected by asbestos exposure nationwide
  • Secure more than $10.1 billion from mesothelioma claims
  • 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 Des Moines 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.

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  • Many clients get results in as few as 90 days
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Our Past Des Moines Mesothelioma Settlements & Verdicts

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, we’ve secured over $10.1 billion for mesothelioma clients across the country, including families in and around Des Moines.

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

A pipefitter at work

$2.86 Million

Union Plumber & Pipefitter
Des Moines, IA

Phone Worker

$4.27 Million

Bricklayer & Phone Technician
Prole, IA

Factory worker using industrial machine

$3.39 Million

Molding Machine Operator
Ottumwa, IA

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  • $4.85 million for a Cedar Rapids machinist mate in the U.S. Navy with pleural mesothelioma
  • $3.29 million to a clerical worker in Greenfield with mesothelioma
  • $3.99 million for an electrician in Cedar Rapids with peritoneal mesothelioma
  • $2.5 million to a Moravia office worker with pleural mesothelioma
  • $3 million for a U.S. Navy veteran and supervisor in Newton
  • $4.82 million to a union machinist in Cedar Rapids
  • $4.33 million for a Toddville woman with mesothelioma
  • $2.43 million to a Mason City cement worker with pleural mesothelioma
  • $1.24 million for an Ottumwa packing plant worker with pleural mesothelioma
  • $3.7 million to a Cedar Rapids woman who was exposed to asbestos secondhand through her husband’s job
  • $2.16 million for a Cedar Rapids fireman with pleural mesothelioma
  • $3 million to a Waterloo machine operator in the U.S. Army
  • $2.83 million for a Cedar Rapids laborer with pleural mesothelioma
  • $1.13 million to a Des Moines welder 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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Capitol building in Des Moines, Iowa

Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit in Des Moines

Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit can help you cover medical expenses and secure your family’s well-being for years to come. Our Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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.

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

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

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Des Moines Asbestos Sites

While asbestos is regulated in the United States, it has not been completely banned. Over the years, a number of buildings and work sites in the Des Moines area have been linked to asbestos exposure, including:

  • Armstrong Rubber
  • Cargill Soybean Plant
  • Central Asbestos & Supply
  • City Plumbing Supply
  • Des Moines Brewing Company
  • Drake University
  • Eagle Iron Works
  • Firestone Tire & Rubber Plant
  • Globe Machinery & Supply Company
  • Goodyear Tire & Rubber
  • Hawkeye Tire and Rubber Company
  • Herman Fust Company
  • Iowa Air National Guard
  • Iowa Asbestos Company
  • Iowa Packing Company
  • Iowa Power Plant
  • John Deere Company
  • Marquette Cement Manufacturing Company
  • Northwestern Bell
  • Penn Dixie Cement Corporation
  • Sinclair Refining
  • University Avenue Supply

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The above is a partial list of some of these Des Moines work sites. 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 Des Moines mesothelioma attorneys can pursue compensation on your behalf.

Meet Our Award-Winning Mesothelioma Lawyers in Des Moines

The mesothelioma lawyers at Simmons Hanly Conroy have secured over $10.1 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.

Our Mesothelioma Clients in Des Moines

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.

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Harley’s Story

Harley spent years working as a construction contractor and handling materials that contained asbestos, like drywall compound. He later worked as a maintenance and cabinet shop manager at a grocery chain, where he was known for his can-do attitude.

“Harley knew that both the skilled and unskilled tasks in completing a day’s work were needed to produce the finished product,” said Attorney Todd Neilson, who litigated Harley’s case.

Sadly, the devoted husband, father, and grandfather was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma decades after his initial exposure to asbestos. He was given just a few months to live.

Our Iowa mesothelioma attorneys were able to hold the companies responsible for Harley’s exposure accountable and secure compensation on his behalf, providing him with peace of mind that his family would be taken care of.

Des Moines Mesothelioma Legal Questions

What is a Des Moines asbestos attorney?

A Des Moines asbestos attorney helps people with mesothelioma and their families 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 our asbestos lawyers in Des Moines can help you pursue compensation.

Why file a Des Moines asbestos claim?

Filing a Des Moines 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 Des Moines mesothelioma attorney?

When searching for a Des Moines mesothelioma attorney, you should look for:

  • 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 $10.1 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 a mesothelioma lawyer in Des Moines charge?

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

See if you qualify for compensation now — for free.

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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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  1. American Cancer Society. “Mesothelioma.” Retrieved from: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/malignant-mesothelioma.html.
  2. The Iowa Legislature. “LIMITATIONS OF ACTIONS, §614.1.” Retrieved from: https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/2023/614.1.pdf.