If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with mesothelioma in Albany, New York, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation. An experienced attorney can help you recover damages for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses caused by asbestos exposure.
Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. This disease affects thousands of victims and their families each year. Mesothelioma can come with significant physical, emotional, and financial consequences, and victims deserve to recover compensation for the losses they have suffered.
At The Williams Law Firm, P.C., our compassionate and knowledgeable team is ready to help you through this. We can investigate your case and fight to secure the compensation you deserve. Call us today to discuss your legal options.
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, finding an attorney you can trust is essential. At The Williams Law Firm, P.C., we are dedicated to helping and have the background you need.
A few factors that set our firm apart include the following:
It is estimated that more than 3,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year in the United States. Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos, a known cancer-causing carcinogen.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used until the late 1970s and beyond. Asbestos was used in homes, vehicles, buildings, ships, and more. There are numerous ways a person could have been exposed to asbestos, including different occupational settings and types of mesothelioma that can develop:
Asbestos fibers are inhaled or ingested into the body and can disrupt normal cell replication, causing tumors to form. This often requires extensive medical treatment, resulting in substantial medical bills and lost work time. In most cases, a person does not know they have mesothelioma until decades after being exposed to asbestos.
Those diagnosed with mesothelioma and their surviving family members may have legal grounds to sue the party responsible for their asbestos exposure for the harm they have caused. The legal process can be challenging and legally complex, which makes having an attorney in your corner essential.
Although every case is unique, mesothelioma lawsuits typically contain the following steps:
After retaining the services of our attorney, he will work with you to understand and document the details of your asbestos exposure and mesothelioma diagnosis. We will then determine if you have grounds to file a lawsuit or whether you should pursue compensation through other means, such as a bankruptcy trust.
If your attorney determines a lawsuit is the best course of action to recover compensation for your damages, they will compile the required documentation and submit a written complaint to the court to file your claim.
The parties named in the lawsuit will be given a copy of the complaint and the opportunity to respond after the claim is officially filed. Your attorney and the opposing legal team will investigate the case’s circumstances and share information such as documents and depositions.
Not every mesothelioma lawsuit proceeds to trial. Often, the defendants in the case will offer the plaintiff a settlement. Your attorney will negotiate with the opposing party to ensure you are compensated fairly for the full extent of your losses.
Your case will proceed to trial if an equitable settlement cannot be reached.
Mesothelioma is a relentless disease, and victims and their families often suffer significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens. At The Williams Law Firm, P.C., we understand that a mesothelioma claim is the most serious case you could ever have. We will fight for you and for the compensation you deserve.
A few types of damages and benefits we may be able to help you secure include the following:
This is not a comprehensive list, and you may be eligible for other benefits based on your circumstances. Our team is committed to considering your current and future needs when determining the total value of your claim and pursuing justice on your behalf.
New York law imposes strict deadlines for filing mesothelioma claims. Understanding these time limits is crucial to protecting your right to seek compensation.
In New York State, mesothelioma victims generally have three years from the date of diagnosis to file a personal injury claim. For families who have lost someone to mesothelioma, the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is two years from the date of death.
Because mesothelioma has a long latency period—often 20 to 50 years after initial asbestos exposure—determining when to file can be complex. Contact our office immediately to ensure your claim is filed within New York’s statute of limitations.
Albany County has been affected by mesothelioma cases. From 1999 to 2013, there were an estimated 289 deaths due to asbestos-related exposure. The incidence rate of asbestos-related deaths in Albany County is 6 out of every 100,000 people.
In Albany, the following are the documented asbestos exposure sites:
However, just because a site is not listed here does not mean a person was not exposed to asbestos. There are many homes, businesses, warehouses, and more where people faced and continue to face asbestos exposure.
Many companies responsible for asbestos exposure have filed for bankruptcy and established trust funds to compensate mesothelioma victims. Victims in the Albany area diagnosed with mesothelioma may be eligible for compensation from multiple trusts.
Over $30 billion has been set aside in asbestos trust funds nationwide. Our team has extensive background navigating the trust fund claims process and can help you identify all available sources of compensation. Trust fund claims can proceed simultaneously with mesothelioma lawsuits, potentially maximizing your recovery.
We handle all aspects of both processes, ensuring you receive every dollar you’re entitled to.
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be devastating. Victims and their families should not be on the line for expenses that are caused by this preventable disease. At the Williams Law Firm, P.C., we will stay by your side throughout this process. Let us determine the best route to recovering compensation.
This could include the following:
You and your family may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and benefits, pain and suffering, and emotional damages.
Following a mesothelioma diagnosis, you deserve to have a qualified attorney in your corner as you focus on your health. At The Williams Law Firm, P.C., our attorney, Joe P. Williams, has over 30 years of background fighting for mesothelioma victims’ rights and has never lost a case.
He will personalize his services to your unique needs and can even meet you in your home to begin work on your claim.
If you need legal representation in Albany or throughout New York, you can contact us for a free consultation of your case by completing our contact form.
The Joseph Williams Law Office has been very kind, professional, and knowledgeable. They have helped our family through a very difficult time and I would recommend their services to anyone that needs help.
– Lindsta Ann
