How do I file a mesothelioma lawsuit?

1. The first and most important step is to choose an attorney who will make filing a mesothelioma lawsuit as easy as possible for you and your family. Choosing an experienced attorney with access to a number of resources is vital to the success of your lawsuit, but you’ll also want to ask questions about their past results, their average time to resolution and their recent verdicts.

2. After contacting an asbestos attorney, you can expect that he or she will perform extensive research and interviews to determine the best way for you and your loved ones to proceed. We understand time is of the essence, so your attorney will begin drafting a legal document called a complaint as soon as possible. The complaint will detail your mesothelioma case and why the asbestos company is liable for your diagnosis. Often there are options for where your claim will be filed. Your attorney will work with you to determine the best place to file your lawsuit.

3. After filing, your attorney and their team will guide you through the next steps to best prepare your case to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. This often includes further investigation of your personal, medical and work history in order to build the strongest case possible.

4. Many times asbestos lawsuit settlements are reached either at the end of the investigation period or during the early phases of a trial. In a settlement, compensation is agreed on by both parties outside of court. Should you go to trial, your compensation, or verdict, is determined by the judge and the jury in court.

Hiring a mesothelioma law firm with experience filing and also preparing asbestos lawsuits for trial ensures you will receive the largest results possible.