Mesothelioma Lawsuits: Different Types

Asbestos litigation is regarded as the longest, most costly mass tort in U.S. history. Legal analysts calculate that there are more than 600,000 plaintiffs and more than 6,000 defendants and that the total outlay for the lawsuits could reach $200 billion.
Most mesothelioma lawsuits are between people who had direct exposure (also known as primary asbestos exposure) and the manufacturers of asbestos or products containing asbestos. However, workers and former workers of companies that knew they had asbestos issues are not the only ones with rights against asbestos manufacturers. Other groups of people did not work with asbestos but were exposed also may have rights. (This is known as secondary asbestos exposure.) For example, if you shared a workspace with others who handled asbestos or your spouse worked with asbestos, you may also have a claim. A mesothelioma lawyer can help you consider your options.
There are two types of asbestos injury cases. A lawsuit filed by an individual suffering with an asbestos-related illness is called a personal injury claim. A lawsuit filed by the family of someone who has passed away from an asbestos-related disease is called a wrongful death suit. Specific rights in these lawsuits depend on the county and state where the case is filed. A lawyer can explain your options and take care of filing a lawsuit.