Lung Cancer Claims: An Overview
Lung cancer can be caused by asbestos, which was widely used in industries like construction, shipbuilding, and manufacturing throughout the 20th century.
Many companies that made or sold products containing asbestos knew they were dangerous but hid the risks to protect their profits. As a result, millions of Americans were in danger of breathing in asbestos fibers and developing cancer decades later.
Lung cancer claims make up 40% of all asbestos lawsuits filed in the last 5 years, according to KCIC. Over 1,600 asbestos lung cancer claims were filed in 2024 alone.
Filing an asbestos lung cancer claim allows you to pursue much-needed financial compensation while holding negligent companies accountable for the harm they've caused.
At Sokolove Law, we have over 45 years of experience securing results for families impacted by asbestos-related illnesses like lung cancer. Contact us now to get started with a free case review.
Our Past Asbestos Lung Cancer Claim Payouts
Compensation from an asbestos lung cancer claim ranges from $100,000 on average to more than $1 Million in some cases.
With our extensive resources and decades of experience, we have a history of securing significant lung cancer settlements and verdicts for our clients.
A few of our past asbestos lung cancer claim payouts include:
- $1.6 Million to a plumber in California with lung cancer whose wife also got cancer due to secondhand asbestos exposure
- $1 Million for a master electrician with asbestos lung cancer in New York
- $809,000 to a North Carolina patient with stage 4 lung cancer
- $757,000 for an Ohio steelworker with asbestos lung cancer
- $760,000 to a lung cancer patient in Mississippi who worked in boiler rooms
- $825,000 for a steel mill worker in Arizona with lung cancer
- $902,000 to a non-small cell lung cancer patient who was exposed to asbestos from his brother’s construction job
- $912,000 for a West Virginia patient with asbestos lung cancer
While there’s never a guarantee of compensation in any case, our lung cancer claim attorneys will fight hard to get you everything you’re entitled to.
Call (800) 647-3434 now to find out if you may qualify for an asbestos lung cancer claim payout. It costs nothing to speak with us.
Who Can File Lung Cancer Claims?
At Sokolove Law, we can help patients, their family members, or their estate representatives pursue justice from asbestos-related lung cancer claims.
If your loved one passed away due to lung cancer, you may still be able to file an asbestos claim after their death to seek compensation for funeral expenses, medical bills, and more.
Some lung cancer patients have a history of smoking, but that doesn’t prevent them from filing a claim. The combination of asbestos exposure and smoking increases the risk of lung cancer, and companies can still be held accountable if their products contributed to the illness.
Not sure how or when you were exposed to asbestos? That’s okay — you don’t need proof before reaching out. Our attorneys have the resources to identify how exposure may have occurred, often tracing it back to specific job sites or products.
Mesothelioma, an aggressive cancer caused by asbestos, is often misdiagnosed as lung cancer. If you worked with or around asbestos and now have lung cancer, getting a second opinion can help ensure you receive the correct diagnosis.
Statute of Limitations on Lung Cancer Claims
The asbestos statutes of limitations are laws that limit how long you have to file a lung cancer claim. These deadlines differ by state, but once they pass, you won’t be able to take legal action again.
In some cases, you have as little as 1 year to file an asbestos lung cancer claim after your diagnosis or the death of a loved one.
Since time is limited, it’s important to contact an asbestos attorney as soon as possible. Don’t miss out on the compensation you may deserve.
“Sokolove Law sent people out within a day to take my statements and see what was going on. They got right on my case and handled everything professionally.”
– David, Asbestos Exposure Victim & Firm Client
Types of Asbestos-Related Lung Cancer Claims
Depending on how you were exposed to asbestos, you may qualify for lung cancer compensation from multiple legal options.
Types of asbestos-related lung cancer claims include:
- Personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits
- Asbestos trust fund claims
- Benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
While amounts may vary, the average payout for lung cancer claims is $100,000 — but we’ve secured over $1 Million in some cases.
Our attorneys will work to pursue compensation from all of the lung cancer claims you’re eligible for to maximize your potential payout. Find out more about each type and who may qualify.
Lung Cancer Personal Injury Lawsuits
Patients can file lung cancer personal injury claims against the asbestos-related companies that made, sold, or distributed the products they were exposed to.
These lawsuits can provide compensation in the form of either an out-of-court settlement or a trial verdict.
In 2025, a court upheld a $38 Million verdict for a construction and demolition worker who was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer after decades of removing asbestos-containing boilers from buildings.
Money from a lung cancer personal injury lawsuit can help patients afford treatment costs, make up for lost wages from missed work, and more.
Wrongful Death Claims for Lung Cancer
If a loved one like your spouse, parent, or child passed away from asbestos lung cancer, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit on their behalf.
In New York, a jury awarded $12.5 Million to the family of a mechanic who passed away from lung cancer. In addition to being a lifelong smoker, he was also exposed to asbestos for nearly 10 years while repairing forklifts.
Asbestos claims after death can help you seek justice for your loved one, hold negligent companies accountable, and secure compensation for costs like funeral expenses or remaining medical bills.
Lung Cancer Compensation Trust Funds
An estimated $30 Billion is still available in asbestos trust funds for patients and families impacted by asbestos-related diseases.
Many companies that exposed workers to asbestos filed for bankruptcy to avoid lawsuits. However, courts required these companies to set aside money in asbestos trusts to pay current and future victims.
At Sokolove Law, we can determine which lung cancer compensation trust funds you may qualify for and help you file claims with each one — all from the comfort of your own home.
VA Claims for Lung Cancer
Between the 1930s and early 1980s, asbestos was widely used by all branches of the military. Veterans exposed to asbestos during their service who later developed lung cancer may be eligible for benefits from the VA.
Many U.S. military veterans with lung cancer receive a 100% disability rating from the VA, allowing them to receive tax-free payments worth over $3,800 each month.
At Sokolove Law, our VA-accredited attorneys can help you file a claim or increase your disability rating to 100% so you receive the maximum compensation available.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
If you’ve been diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer, are under the age of 65, and can no longer work, you may qualify for benefits from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).
The Social Security Administration provides compensation to those with serious illnesses that prevent them from earning an income. Lung cancer is a condition on the compassionate allowances list, so claims are processed faster.
How to File a Lung Cancer Claim
At Sokolove Law, we understand how overwhelming it can be to deal with the physical, financial, and emotional impact of a lung cancer diagnosis.
Our asbestos attorneys strive to make filing a lung cancer claim as easy and stress-free as possible. We’ll handle each step of filing the claim for you, allowing you to focus on your health and loved ones.
Find out more about the steps involved in filing an asbestos lung cancer claim.
“The reason why we're able to bring claims against the manufacturers who used asbestos in their products is because they knew it was dangerous. It's not your fault, and it should never have happened to you.”
– Ricky LeBlanc, Managing Attorney at Sokolove Law
1. Contact Sokolove Law
To get started with your lung cancer claim, all you need to do is contact our firm and share your story with us.
During a free, no-obligation case review, we’ll ask a few qualifying questions to determine your potential legal options and if you may qualify for compensation.
2. We’ll Do the Rest
From there, our attorneys will work on building your lung cancer claim. Using our extensive warehouse of evidence, we’ll prove your asbestos exposure — including which products you were exposed to and the companies that made, sold, or distributed them.
Asbestos lung cancer claims involve over 80 defendants on average in 2024, according to KCIC.
Then, we’ll file your lung cancer claims against all of the companies responsible for your exposure before any legal deadlines.
3. You Get Compensation
The majority of asbestos lung cancer claims result in compensation before the case goes to trial. This way, families are able to get the compensation they need for treatment even faster.
Because lung cancer claims are often filed against several companies, it's common for families to get multiple checks that come in at different times. Many clients get their first payout in as few as 90 days, with additional payments coming in over the next 12-18 months.
Why File an Asbestos Lung Cancer Claim?
In a time of hardship and uncertainty, lung cancer claims allow patients and their loved ones to fight back against negligent asbestos-related companies and secure much-needed financial assistance.
By filing an asbestos lung cancer claim, you can:
- Get compensation for medical bills and other expenses linked to your illness
- Hold asbestos-related companies accountable for the harm they’ve caused
- Promote awareness about the dangers of asbestos to help protect others
- Seek justice for yourself or a loved one with lung cancer
Many asbestos-related companies prioritized their profits over the health and safety of countless Americans. Our attorneys can help you take a stand against this injustice and fight for the compensation you deserve.
“These companies that used asbestos, they’re heartless. They care about nothing but the almighty dollar. We just want our dignity back, our lives.”
– Constance, Wife of an Asbestos Exposure Victim
Sokolove Law: Filing Asbestos Claims for Lung Cancer Nationwide
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. For some, this disease could have been prevented if companies had warned workers about the dangers of asbestos.
At Sokolove Law, we can help families in all 50 states file asbestos lung cancer claims and seek justice for their suffering.
Find out how our lung cancer law firm stands out from the rest:
- 8,900+ asbestos exposure claims handled
- No upfront costs or hourly fees
- Over 45 years of experience with asbestos cases
- More than $5.6 Billion secured for asbestos exposure clients
Call (800) 647-3434 now or fill out our contact form to see if we may be able to fight for your family.
Asbestos-Related Lung Cancer Claim FAQs
What is a lung cancer claim?
A lung cancer claim is a type of personal injury lawsuit filed by someone who developed lung cancer after exposure to a toxic substance like asbestos.
These claims are often filed against companies that made, sold, or used asbestos-containing products without properly warning the public of the risks.
Get a free case review now to find out if you may be able to pursue justice and compensation from an asbestos lung cancer claim.
Can you sue someone for lung cancer?
Yes. If you or someone you love was exposed to asbestos and later diagnosed with lung cancer, you may be able to sue the companies responsible for your exposure.
Internal corporate documents have proven that many industry leaders intentionally hid the dangers of asbestos. By suing for lung cancer, you may be able to hold them responsible for your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and more.
What is the average payout for lung cancer claims?
The average payout for asbestos lung cancer claims is $100,000, but many of our clients have received much more than this.
Our past lung cancer settlements and verdicts include:
- $1.6 Million to a couple in California with lung cancer
- $912,000 for a West Virginia patient with non-small cell lung cancer
- $809,000 to a stage 4 lung cancer patient in North Carolina
- $825,000 for a steel mill worker in Arizona with lung cancer
- $1 Million to a New York electrician with asbestos lung cancer
Asbestos lung cancer claim payouts vary based on the unique details of each case, including how long you were exposed to asbestos, the severity of your diagnosis, the costs of treatment, and more.
Call (800) 647-3434 now to find out if you may qualify for lung cancer claim payouts.
What is the statute of limitations on lung cancer asbestos claims?
The statute of limitations on lung cancer asbestos claims can be as short as 1 year after your diagnosis or the death of a loved one. Once the deadline in your case passes, you won’t be able to take legal action again.
Contact us now to file your lung cancer claim before it’s too late.
What benefits can you claim for lung cancer?
If you were exposed to asbestos and later diagnosed with lung cancer, you may be able to access multiple benefits, including:
- Compensation from legal claims, like lawsuits and asbestos trust funds
- Free health care and disability compensation from the VA if your asbestos exposure occurred during military service
- Payments from Social Security Disability Insurance if you’re unable to work due to your illness
At Sokolove Law, we can help determine all of the options that may be available to you in order to maximize your potential benefits.
Can I file a claim with an asbestos lung cancer compensation trust fund?
Yes. Patients with asbestos-related illnesses like lung cancer or their family members may be able to seek compensation from trust funds.
If a company responsible for your asbestos exposure declared bankruptcy, they may have been ordered to set up an asbestos trust fund. Lung cancer patients may be able to access compensation from multiple trusts, depending on their exposure history.
How much do lung cancer claim attorneys cost?
At Sokolove Law, there are no upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our lung cancer claim attorneys.
We operate on a contingency-fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we secure compensation on your behalf.
