Los Angeles Mesothelioma Lawyer

Who Can Los Angeles Asbestos Lawyers Help?

Our Los Angeles asbestos lawyers can help mesothelioma patients and their loved ones can take legal action against asbestos-related companies for the harm they caused.

We may be able to help you pursue compensation if you:

• Were diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or another asbestos-related disease
• Are the spouse or dependent of the mesothelioma patient
• Represent the estate of the mesothelioma victim

Even if your loved one has already passed away, we may still be able to help you file asbestos claims after their death.

Compensation from a mesothelioma claim can help pay for medical bills, lost wages, and more. See if our Los Angeles asbestos lawyers can fight for justice and compensation on your behalf.

How a Los Angeles Mesothelioma Attorney Can Support You

At Sokolove Law, our Los Angeles mesothelioma lawyers can handle every step of the legal process for you — from finding the evidence in your case to filing the lawsuit on your behalf.

This way, you can focus on what matters most: your health and your loved ones.

We'll pursue compensation from every option available to you, which may include:

• Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit for a settlement or verdict
• Pursuing money from the estimated $30 Billion in asbestos trust funds
• Submitting a VA claim for benefits

Laws called the statute of limitations limit how long you have to file a mesothelioma claim — if the deadline passes, you won’t have the opportunity to file a claim again. We'll make sure all of your paperwork is filed correctly and on time.

A mesothelioma lawyer in Los Angeles can also help maximize your payout. We have a track record of success against companies that knew the risks of asbestos exposure but kept this information hidden to protect their profits.

“Hiring Sokolove Law was the smartest thing we ever did. Filing the lawsuit was easy because the firm made it easy. We didn’t have to do anything.”
– John, Mesothelioma Survivor & Firm Client

Our Past Los Angeles Mesothelioma Settlements

We’ve recovered over $5.1 Billion for mesothelioma clients across the country, including in California. Our Los Angeles mesothelioma attorneys will work hard to make sure you get the money you deserve.

Some of our past California mesothelioma settlements and verdicts include: 

• $10.23 Million for a boiler tender and U.S. Navy veteran
• $9.6 Million to a construction worker
• $7 Million for a wire installer and laborer
• $5.36 Million to a mechanic and forklift operator
• $4 Million for the family of a boiler worker
• $6.47 Million for a laborer and electrician
• $8.4 Million to a California mesothelioma patient

Mesothelioma settlement amounts will vary for each case, and there’s never a guarantee of success.

At Sokolove Law, our Los Angeles asbestos exposure lawyers can fight for the most compensation possible on your behalf.

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We've secured significant compensation for families both locally and nationally. See if you may qualify for mesothelioma settlements now.

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How Long Does It Take to Get an Asbestos Payout?

At Sokolove Law, we know how important it is for mesothelioma patients and their families to get money fast. Our asbestos attorneys in Los Angeles strive to secure financial support for victims as soon as possible.

Many of our clients start receiving mesothelioma compensation in as few as 90 days, with additional checks coming in for months after that.

While the payout timeline for mesothelioma will vary for each case, our track record of success often makes companies choose to settle instead of risking a battle in court.

"Our clients could receive compensation in as few as 6 weeks. The more likelihood is 2 or 3 months, and then you'll probably continue receiving compensation for another year."
– Ricky LeBlanc, Managing Attorney at Sokolove Law

Known Asbestos Sites in Los Angeles

There are over 9,700 known asbestos sites throughout California, with more than 1,000 located in the city of Los Angeles.

Known asbestos sites in Los Angeles include: 

• American Can Company
• Angelus Hospital
• Baker Iron Works
• Bethlehem Steel Shipyard
• California Carbonic Company
• Chevron Shipping
• Commercial Iron Works
• Dow Chemical Company
• Firestone Tire & Rubber Company
• Ford Motor Company
• General Electric Company
• Johns Manville
• Los Angeles Brewing Company
• Los Angeles Department of Water & Power
• Los Angeles International Airport
• Merchants Ice and Cold Storage
• National Container Corporation
• Pabst Brewing Company
• Quaker Oats
• Richfield Oil
• Shell Oil
• Stauffer Chemical Company
• Texaco
• Union Oil Company
• University of Southern California

These are just a few of the workplaces throughout Los Angeles where asbestos has been found.

Please note: Some of these sites previously contained asbestos and may have since removed it from their buildings.

An asbestos attorney in Los Angeles can help you determine if you may have been at risk of asbestos exposure at any of these sites.

At-Risk Los Angeles Asbestos Jobs

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most asbestos exposures happen in the workplace. Certain job sites and occupations may have exposed employees to asbestos through different products, materials, and locations.

Some of the occupations most at risk of asbestos exposure include:

• Auto or aircraft mechanics
• Boilermakers
• Cabinet makers
• Carpenters
• Construction workers
• Custodial and maintenance workers
• Drywall installers
• Electricians
• Factory workers
• Firefighters
• Insulators
• Miners
• Painters
• Plumbers
• Shipyard workers
• U.S. military service members

Unfortunately, family members of those working high-risk jobs may have also been exposed to asbestos through secondhand exposure.

Anyone who worked around asbestos could unknowingly bring the fibers home on their clothing or hair, putting the whole household at risk.

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Since 1979, Sokolove Law has secured over $5.1 Billion for thousands of mesothelioma victims and their families.

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Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in Los Angeles, CA

Asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma. When asbestos fibers are inhaled or ingested, they can become lodged in the linings of organs and irritate healthy tissue.

It can take 20-50 years for symptoms of mesothelioma to appear after exposure to asbestos. Since mesothelioma often presents similarly to common illnesses, it’s often not diagnosed until it has reached an advanced stage.

Early symptoms of mesothelioma can include:

• Abdominal or chest pain
• Cough
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Loss of appetite
• Shortness of breath
• Weight loss

Tell your doctor immediately if you begin experiencing any of these symptoms and have a history of asbestos exposure.

Get a free case review now by calling (800) 647-3434. Our team is available 24/7 to answer any questions you may have.

Get Help from Our Mesothelioma Lawyers in Los Angeles

At Sokolove Law, our Los Angeles mesothelioma lawyers can help people from all walks of life access the justice and compensation they deserve.

There are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our asbestos attorneys in Los Angeles — we only get paid if you do, so there’s no financial risk to taking legal action.

Our team has secured more than $5.1 Billion for mesothelioma patients and their families, including those in Los Angeles.

Call (800) 647-3434 now or fill out our contact form to see if our Los Angeles mesothelioma lawyers can fight for you.

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