Asbestos & Mesothelioma Law Blog
Every year, there are approximately 3,000 new mesothelioma cases in the United States of America. If you or someone dear to you was diagnosed with mesothelioma after asbestos exposure, you might have the right to file a claim and recover compensation. However, just because you are entitled to compensation does not mean you are guaranteed to recover the compensation you deserve. Defendants in mesothelioma cases are known to do whatever they can to deny liability and get out of paying out compensation. The following are some of the things you can do to ensure you recover the compensation you deserve in your mesothelioma claim:
Act Quickly
Each state has a statute of limitations for mesothelioma claims. A statute of limitations sets the amount of time you have to bring forward a legal claim. The statute of limitations for mesothelioma claims can be one year, two years, three years, four years, five years, or even six years. You need to submit your mesothelioma claim before the statute of limitations on your case runs out. If you file your claim after your time has run out, your claim may be rejected.
It is advisable that you file your mesothelioma claim as early as possible if you want to recover the compensation you deserve. If you delay filing your claim, evidence may be destroyed or altered. Also, witnesses’ memories may become foggy.
Hire an Experienced Attorney
If you wish to increase your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve in your mesothelioma claim, it is best that you retain a qualified attorney. A skilled mesothelioma attorney can advise you on the most appropriate time to file your claim and help you file it. An attorney can help you gather the evidence you need to prove your claim. Obtaining the evidence you need to prove your mesothelioma case can be difficult if you do not involve an attorney.
Understand What Your Claim is Worth
To ensure you recover the compensation you deserve in your mesothelioma claim, you need to understand what your claim is worth. You need to know all the damages to which you are entitled. There are three types of damages you can recover in a mesothelioma case. They are economic damages, non-economic damages, and punitive damages. Almost all plaintiffs recover economic and non-economic damages. On the other hand, punitive damages are awarded in cases where the defendant is found to have acted egregiously.
Consult Your Attorney After Receiving the First Offer
Finally, if you want to recover the compensation you deserve in your mesothelioma case, consult your attorney after you receive the first settlement offer from the defendant. Your attorney can help determine if the offer is fair and covers all losses. If your attorney determines the defendant has presented an unfair offer, they can help you fight for what you deserve.
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If you or a loved one were diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact our office to speak to one of our experienced nationwide mesothelioma attorneys about your situation. Our office can help investigate your case and determine if compensation can be sought from negligent parties to help you and your family live a more comfortable life.