Florida Mesothelioma Attorneys and Asbestos Cancer Resources (FL)
Florida Mesothelioma Lawyers and Law Firms
Florida ranks 2nd in the U.S. for deaths from malignant mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a rare, deadly form of cancer caused by asbestos exposure. 
Mounting a mesothelioma lawsuit is a complicated process. For that reason, victims of asbestos exposure may want to hire an experienced Florida mesothelioma attorney who can help them to potentially win a mesothelioma settlement. Sokolove Law’s Florida mesothelioma attorneys have helped thousands of people exposed to asbestos across the state get the help they deserve.
Those interested in filing a Florida mesothelioma lawsuit, or a lawsuit for any asbestos cancer or asbestos-related injury, are advised to contact a Florida mesothelioma lawyer as soon as possible after diagnosis.
In Florida, Sokolove Law’s local offices are located at:
2110 East Robinson Street
Orlando, Florida 32803
(407) 893-9060
543 Harbor Boulevard, Suite 403
Destin, Florida 32541
(850) 502-4153
1214 South Andrews Avenue, Suite 301
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316
(954) 467-8137
If you have any questions or need to contact Sokolove Law, please call the local phone number above or our toll-free number (888) 360-4215 to speak with a mesothelioma paralegal.
Filing a Florida Mesothelioma Lawsuit
Those interested in filing a Florida mesothelioma lawsuit or in hiring a Florida mesothelioma lawyer should be aware that their legal rights may be restricted by Florida’s statute of limitations. 
A statute of limitations is the period of time you have until it is “too late” to file an asbestos or mesothelioma lawsuit. So you are advised to contact a Florida mesothelioma lawyer as soon as possible after a mesothelioma diagnosis in order to file any lawsuits within the state's statute of limitations.
An experienced Florida mesothelioma attorney can help you present your case and maximize your chances of winning a settlement in a court of law. To make sure that you are protected under the law and to build a strong case, a mesothelioma attorney will first need to obtain the following information:
- Medical records confirming a diagnosis of mesothelioma or other asbestos disease
- Death certificate with cause of death listed (if applicable)
- Work history or military service to determine how and when the asbestos exposure occurred
It is important to know that even if your loved one has already lost their battle with mesothelioma, you may still have the right to file a claim.
Some Key Florida Asbestos Exposure Lawsuits
Florida has a large percentage of residents suffering from asbestos-related disease, including malignant mesothelioma. This high proportion is attributed to the fact that the state is filled with retirees. These people worked during a time when asbestos exposure was common and the dangers weren't publicly known. Today, decades later, the effects of exposure are beginning to be seen in the victims. Florida's response to these victims has been favorable, allowing for damages to be awarded based on discovery of the disease, not exposure to the asbestos.
Florida was one of the first states to begin awarding sizable settlements to mesothelioma victims in cases brought on their behalf by Florida mesothelioma lawyers. Even as far back as 1981, plaintiffs in asbestos-related court cases in Florida were being awarded in excess of $1 million. For example, in 1997, the Florida courts awarded $31 million to Deward Ballard in the case against Owens-Corning Fiberglas Co. filed on his behalf by his Florida mesothelioma lawyer.
Due to the large awards against Owens-Corning in this case and others that came into the Florida courts at the same time, Owens-Corning filed for bankruptcy. So the Florida courts made some rulings that required companies to pay claims even after filing bankruptcy.
For example, in 2003, the Florida Bankruptcy Court ruled that Celotex Asbestos Settlement Trust would have to pay the State of New York for over 400 asbestos-related claims that had been filed back in 1990; this was despite the fact that the company had successfully filed for bankruptcy. While this is not a case of an individual recovering a claim from a bankrupt Florida company, it is seen as a positive sign for mesothelioma victims in the state.
It is important to note that under Florida law, mesothelioma victims or their Florida mesothelioma lawyer working on their behalf can bring a mesothelioma lawsuit even if they have already brought suit for asbestosis. The state court recognizes that latent diseases such as asbestosis and asbestos cancer are separate and distinct, and has ruled that victims have the right to recover their damages for both, even if the cancer develops long after the discovery of the earlier condition.
See the topics below to learn more about asbestos exposure, doctors, and treatment centers in Florida. You can also call us at our toll-free number (888) 360-4215 or fill out the form located at the right-hand side of this web page for a free legal consultation specific to your potential case.
Florida Asbestos Information
Florida Mesothelioma and Asbestos Cancer Medical Resources