At Sammons & Berry P.C. we have the top mesothelioma and asbestos attorneys serving California victims. Our team has been recognized for our work helping victims of asbestos exposure get compensation. This includes being recognized as the top 10 asbestos mesothelioma trial lawyers in the country. If you are one of the thousands of individuals that is living with asbestos related disease after being exposed to asbestos at your job, our team can help you.
If you have developed mesothelioma or another illness due to your time working with asbestos, reach out to our mesothelioma law firm today. We work with individuals even if they have not been diagnosed with cancer or mesothelioma to see if they qualify for compensation after working with this harmful and toxic material.
What is Mesothelioma?
Malignant mesothelioma is a type of cancer that occurs in the thin layer of tissue that covers the majority of your internal organs (mesothelium).
Mesothelioma is an aggressive and deadly form of cancer. Mesothelioma treatments are available, but for many people with mesothelioma, a cure isn’t possible.
Doctors divide mesothelioma into different types based on what part of the mesothelium is affected. Mesothelioma most often affects the tissue that surrounds the lungs (pleura). This type is called pleural mesothelioma. Other, rarer types of mesothelioma affect tissue in the abdomen (peritoneal mesothelioma), around the heart and around the testicles.
Do I Have to Have Mesothelioma or Cancer to Get Compensation?
Victims of asbestos exposure do not have to have mesothelioma or cancer in order to receive compensation for the time they spent working with this toxic material. Our attorneys help get compensation for individuals who have been diagnosed with non-cancerous asbestosis. If you have difficulty breathing, a persistent cough, or shortness of breath after working for a railroad company, we want to hear from you.
Asbestos Trust Claims
Asbestos litigation has been ongoing since the late 1970s. As a result, many of the companies that manufactured and sold asbestos-containing materials have filed for bankruptcy under a special provision of the United States Bankruptcy Code.
This form of bankruptcy is virtually unique to asbestos companies and is far different from the traditional form of bankruptcy where there is a liquidation of assets and the company goes out of business. Instead, many asbestos companies have been allowed to shed their liabilities by forming asbestos bankruptcy trusts to provide payments for all present and future asbestos injury claims. As a result, contrary to popular news reports, many of the companies that manufactured asbestos containing products are still in business and their non-asbestos products can still be found on the shelves of local hardware stores.
There is currently more than $30 billion dollars sitting in bankruptcy trusts to compensate injured workers and their families who were exposed to asbestos. The payouts from these trusts are based on a multiple factors such as historic verdict and settlement values, disease and injury classifications, and the individual workers exposure history. Many times these payments represent only a fraction of past verdicts and settlements; however, for workers who qualify, these payments can constitute a significant form of compensation.
Free Asbestos Exposure Consultation in United States
At Sammons & Berry, P.C. we offer a no-cost, no-obligation consultation, so you can discuss the facts of your case without paying for anything upfront. Asbestos trusts claims do not require a lawsuit, depositions, or courtrooms. The process is simple and easy for the client and should not require any stressful legal confrontations for the client. The law firm handles all of the claims for the client, helping you maximize your compensation.
We do not accept any payments from our clients until they receive compensation. We charge on a contingent fee basis, which means you pay a percentage of what you get paid in your claim. If we are unable to collect anything for you, there is no cost to you.
Call (800) 519-1440 to speak with a Sammons and Berry, P.C. representative and start your journey towards compensation.
Wrongful Death Claims For Families of Asbestos Victims
If you have lost someone in your family due to the harmful exposure of asbestos, you may be entitled to compensation. If you can provide the work history and a death certificate for your loved one, our attorneys can help you file an asbestos claim. We understand how difficult this process can be, this is why we work with you every step of the way to help you get the money you deserve. Reach out to our team today to learn more about filing a claim for a family member.
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