PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUITS
Veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure may be entitled to compensation through personal injury lawsuits. These lawsuits are filed against the companies responsible for asbestos exposure, seeking damages for the pain, suffering, and financial hardships caused by the disease. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, personal injury lawsuits can help secure justice and financial relief.
What is a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
A personal injury lawsuit is a legal claim made by a person (or their family, if the person is no longer able to file) against a company or entity that is responsible for causing harm or injury. In the case of mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer, the injury is caused by asbestos exposure, and the responsible parties are typically the manufacturers or distributors of asbestos-containing products.
Why Veterans Can Pursue Personal Injury Lawsuits
Many veterans were unknowingly exposed to asbestos while serving in the military, particularly in areas like shipyards, military bases, and during the maintenance of military vehicles and equipment. These exposures may have occurred decades ago, but the effects of asbestos exposure, such as mesothelioma, may take years or even decades to manifest. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer and can prove that your exposure to asbestos occurred during your military service, you may be entitled to pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the companies responsible for your exposure.
What Compensation Can Veterans Receive Through Personal Injury Lawsuits?
The compensation from a personal injury lawsuit can help cover the following:
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Medical Costs: Including treatments, hospital stays, surgeries, and medications.
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Lost Wages: For veterans who can no longer work due to their diagnosis.
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Pain and Suffering: For the emotional and physical toll caused by mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer.
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Future Medical Expenses: Compensation for ongoing care and treatments that may be required in the future.
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Other Damages: Including emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and the impact on quality of life.
How Can Our Legal Team Help?
Navigating a personal injury lawsuit can be complex, especially when trying to gather evidence from years or even decades ago. Our legal team has decades of experience in asbestos litigation and can help veterans by:
Gathering Evidence:
Collecting historical records, documents, & testimonies that link asbestos exposure to military service.
Identifying the Responsible Parties:
Determining which companies may be liable for asbestos exposure.
Negotiating Settlements:
Working with defendants to reach fair settlements or taking the case to trial, if necessary.
Ensuring Maximum Compensation:
Fighting to secure the highest possible compensation for veterans and their families affected by asbestos-related cancers.
FREE CLAIM EVALUATION
We offer free claim evaluations to determine if you or a loved one is eligible to receive compensation for an asbestos-related cancer. To get started, simply complete our simple Claim Evaluation Form or contact us to speak directly with one of our attorneys.
