https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BVdg36u7ao Asbestos Exposure Litigation Asbestos-related victims are entitled to compensation from the companies accountable for their exposure. Mesothelioma cases fall under the product liability law, and must show that a person was injured due to exposure to asbestos-containing products manufactured or sold by the defendant. Asbestos patients can seek compensation to pay for mesothelioma treatment and assist their families recover the income they lost. Every state has a statute of limitations that spells the deadlines for filing a lawsuit. Statute of limitations For the majority of personal injuries, the statute of limitations starts ticking as soon as the incident occurs. However, asbestos cases are different. Because of the long delay in asbestos's latency it could take years before a diagnosis can be confirmed. This is why it is essential to consult an expert lawyer as soon as possible. A mesothelioma lawyer can help determine if a claim is valid and the time remaining before the statute of limitations expires. The attorney can also advise the victim on filing in several states, if they were exposed to asbestos in more than one place. Asbestos exposure victims may make a personal injury claim or wrongful death suit against the companies responsible. A successful lawsuit could lead to a substantial amount of money to help with medical expenses, loss of income and property damage and loss of quality of life and other losses. The time limit for each state is slightly different. Some states require that the clock begins to tick as soon as an injury is discovered. Others follow a primary right theory or a specific law such as California's Section 340.2. Lanier Law Firm's mesothelioma attorneys are well-versed in the law regarding asbestos claims. The firm has helped clients recover millions of dollars from all over the country. In general, the plaintiff seeks damages for emotional, physical, and psychological stress. The amount of th