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New York Mesothelioma Lawyers

Mesothelioma is a state-wide problem in New York that continues to worsen. The state has a long history of workplace and military asbestos exposure. Many residents with asbestos-related diseases turn to New York mesothelioma lawyers for help. Mesothelioma lawyers in New York can help families secure important financial resources.

Our New York mesothelioma attorneys have helped victims near you

Represented victims in:

  • New York City
  • Albany
  • Brooklyn Heights
  • Buffalo
  • Rochester
  • Syracuse
  • Utica
  • Westbury
  • Yonkers

Recent New York Settlements:

  • $3.4 million – Roofer
  • $2.5 million – Navy Veteran
  • $1.2 million – Truck Driver
  • $4.7 million – Laborer
  • $1.88 million – Army Veteran

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Working With a New York Mesothelioma Lawyer

Many cases of mesothelioma in New York and the rest of the country can be traced back to the manufacturers of asbestos-containing products. Manufacturers exposed innocent people to asbestos for decades and hid the dangers to make billions of dollars.

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From factory workers in upstate New York to Metro-North Railroad employees in downtown Manhattan, the deadly legacy of asbestos is woven into the state’s history.

Between 1999 and 2015, roughly 2,354 New Yorkers died from mesothelioma.

Adding to this grim toll, the cost to treat a single case of mesothelioma is upwards of $400,000 to $600,000. When one factors in lost wages and other out-of-pocket expenses, the true cost soars.

This is why victims work with New York mesothelioma lawyers for assistance. These lawyers can file lawsuits to help mesothelioma victims secure compensation from the manufacturers of asbestos-based products.

New York Mesothelioma Lawsuits

Mesothelioma lawsuits award asbestos victims with compensation to pay for their medical bills and keep their families financially secure.

Did You Know?

Mesothelioma victims often receive $1 Million to $2.4 Million from lawsuits.

Thousands of mesothelioma lawsuits have been filed in New York, and many have awarded compensation to those harmed by the manufacturers of asbestos-based products.

File a lawsuit today with the help of a New York mesothelioma lawyer. You pay no upfront costs to work with these lawyers, and they will do most of the legal work for you.

Mesothelioma Settlements and Verdicts in New York

Mesothelioma lawsuits reach settlements in more than 95% of all cases. A mesothelioma settlement allows victims of asbestos exposure to get money faster than through a trial.

Mesothelioma settlements typically pay out $1 Million.

Mesothelioma lawsuits may go to trial if a settlement is not reached. Through a trial, a jury hears both sides of the case (the mesothelioma victim’s and the manufacturer’s) and determines a winner.

Mesothelioma trial verdicts award $2.4 Million on average if an asbestos victim wins. If the manufacturer wins, the victim gets no compensation.

Settlement and trial verdict amounts can vary greatly. See examples of recent New York mesothelioma settlements and verdicts below.

  • $75 Million jury verdict awarded to a former boiler and engine worker

  • $22 Million jury verdict awarded to a former electrician at the Brooklyn Navy Yard

  • $6.9 Million settlement to a U.S. Navy operating engineer

Work with experienced New York mesothelioma lawyers to receive lawsuit compensation.

Statute of Limitations in New York

Every state in the U.S., including New York, has strict lawsuit-filing deadlines for those who wish to take legal action.

These deadlines are governed by statutes of limitations, and navigating them can prove exceptionally difficult as each case is different, with many factors affecting when the lawsuit must be filed.

For these reasons, it’s key to work with a New York mesothelioma lawyer to file an asbestos lawsuit within the statute of limitations. If the lawsuit is not filed within the deadline, it cannot be pursued in court and no compensation will be awarded.

Asbestos Trust Funds and Statutes of Limitations

If a statute of limitations prevents a mesothelioma lawsuit from being filed, compensation can still be accessed through an asbestos trust fund.

Bankrupt manufacturers of asbestos-based products were forced to create these trusts by the court system if they wanted to stay in business.

Bankrupt manufacturers cannot be sued, but trust funds allow victims of asbestos exposure to access compensation from them.

Did You Know?

Asbestos trust funds contain more than $30 Billion today.

Asbestos trust funds do not follow regular statutes of limitations. Instead, manufacturers set their own deadlines for when asbestos victims must file claims.

New York mesothelioma lawyers can help you access compensation through an asbestos trust fund.

Asbestos Laws and Regulations in New York

New York has laws and state-level agencies that regulate asbestos and asbestos-containing materials. New York mesothelioma lawyers have expertise in navigating these laws.

Asbestos regulations are focused on:

  • Improving overall air quality
  • Lowering the amount of asbestos to which New York residents are exposed
  • Removing asbestos-based products from older buildings

Just like other states, New York subscribes to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP).

Other asbestos regulations are enforced by the following state bodies:

  • New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL): NYSDOL certifies and licenses workers and contractors who work with asbestos-containing materials in the abatement industry.
  • New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH): NYSDOH oversees the training that asbestos abatement workers receive.
  • New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC): NYSDEC is responsible for the transportation and disposal of asbestos-containing materials that result from abatement projects.

Experienced New York mesothelioma lawyers have years’ worth of knowledge concerning the laws and regulations governing asbestos exposure in the state.

Asbestos Exposure Sites in New York

Asbestos-containing products were widely used at construction, manufacturing, and mining work sites in New York up through the 1980s. Anyone who worked at these industries could have been exposed to asbestos on the job.

The following is only a partial list of known New York asbestos sites:

  • General Motors, Buffalo, NY
  • Albany Felt Company, Albany, NY
  • General Electric, Schenectady, NY
  • Fort Drum Army Base, Watertown, NY
  • Brooklyn Naval Shipyard, Brooklyn, NY
  • Garlock Sealing Technologies, Olean, NY
  • Bendix Corporation (Honeywell), Troy, NY
  • Union Carbide Company, Niagara Falls, NY
  • Plattsburgh Air Force Base, Plattsburgh, NY
  • Bethlehem Steel Shipyard, Staten Island, NY
  • Brooklyn Union Gas Company, Brooklyn, NY
  • Zonolite Company (W.R. Grace), Weedsport, NY

If you do not see your place of employment on the list above, you may still be eligible for compensation.

New York mesothelioma lawyers can help victims determine where they were exposed to asbestos and how this caused their illness.

9/11 Asbestos Exposure

In addition to these sites above, lower Manhattan became a known asbestos-exposure site when the World Trade Center towers were destroyed during the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Upon the destruction of towers, a toxic cloud hovered above lower Manhattan, and residents and first responders were exposed to and breathed in asbestos and other toxins.

New York VA Information for Mesothelioma Victims

It cannot be overlooked that roughly 33% of all mesothelioma victims are U.S. military veterans.

Veterans run a higher risk of mesothelioma because every branch of the military relied on asbestos-based products until the early 1980s (when the dangers were made public).

Asbestos-containing products were used to make: 

  • Bases
  • Cars and other vehicles
  • Planes
  • Ships

The U.S. Navy, in particular, is affected by high rates of mesothelioma. The Navy used more asbestos than any other military branch. Every Navy ship built before the early 1980s contained asbestos.

Between New York’s multiple military bases and the Brooklyn Naval Shipyard, thousands of military veterans could have been exposed to asbestos in the state.

New York Veterans Benefits

If you are a veteran with mesothelioma that stems from your military service, you may qualify for benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Mesothelioma VA benefits Include:

  • Aid & attendance
  • Disability compensation
  • Funeral services
  • Hospice care

You can also get medical care from mesothelioma doctors through the VA health care system.

Two VA mesothelioma doctors are:

The Mesothelioma Justice Network has no affiliation with and is not endorsed or sponsored by Dr. Robert B. Cameron. The contact information above is listed for informational purposes only. You have the right to contact Dr. Cameron directly. Visit the UCLA Health website to learn more about Dr. Robert Cameron.

New York has a number of different resources you can use to access these benefits.

New York has:

  • 12 VA medical centers
  • 50 community outpatient clinics
  • 16 Veterans Centers
  • Veterans Benefits Administration facilities in New York City and Buffalo

In addition to state-specific service facilities, the American Legion (AML), the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and other organizations can help you access VA benefits.

AML and VFW Service Officers in New York

Both the AML and the VFW employ Veterans Service Officers (VSOs) that help veterans file for VA benefits in New York. All VSOs within these organizations are trained and granted authority by the VA to assist veterans.

VSOs can help veterans:

  • Build a strong asbestos claim that is more likely to be accepted by the VA
  • Call for a hearing before the VA and the Board of Veterans Appeals
  • Compile asbestos-exposure and medical records
  • Work within complicated state laws and regulations related to asbestos

VSOs are experts in their field and are vital in aiding veterans to secure benefits for military-related illnesses or injuries. These officers will work with veterans every step of the way.

Learn More About New York Mesothelioma Lawyers

New York has a long and complicated history with asbestos. From the founding of asbestos giant Johns-Manville in 1858 to modern-day risks, New Yorkers continue to develop mesothelioma at one of the highest rates in the country.

Working with a New York mesothelioma lawyer is the best chance a victim and their family has to fight back.

If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma, time is of the essence. Due to New York’s statutes of limitations, victims only have a limited amount of time to file.

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Stephanie Kidd grew up in a family of civil servants, blue-collar workers, and medical caregivers. Upon graduating Summa Cum Laude from Stetson University, she began her career specializing in worker safety regulations and communications. Now, a proud member of the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA) and Editor-in-Chief of the Mesothelioma Justice Network, Stephanie serves as a voice for mesothelioma victims and their families.

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