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Our Colorado Mesothelioma Lawsuit Settlements & Verdicts

Colorado mesothelioma lawsuits result in compensation ranging from $1 Million to $11.4 Million on average, based on whether your case resolves through an out-of-court settlement or a verdict.

Our experienced mesothelioma attorneys have recovered more than $5.5 Billion total for asbestos exposure victims and their families, including those in Colorado.

Our past Colorado mesothelioma settlements and verdicts include:

• $3.6 Million for a U.S. Army veteran in Pueblo
• $3.27 Million for a Denver demolition and foundry worker with sarcomatoid pleural mesothelioma
• $3.18 Million for a Denver drywaller
• $2.54 Million for a Colorado Springs woman with mesothelioma
• $2.48 Million for a Grand Junction man
• $2.4 Million for a U.S. Army veteran with pleural mesothelioma in Colorado Springs
• $2.39 Million for a laborer and home remodeler in Pueblo
• $2.21 Million for a Lakewood sheetrock worker
• $2.28 Million for a police officer exposed in Colorado
• $2.08 Million for a shipfitter in the U.S. Navy
• $2 Million for a foundry worker in Denver
• $1.96 Million for a U.S. Army Police Corps veteran and mine mechanic in Leadville
• $2.53 Million for a Laporte mesothelioma patient and his wife
• $3 Million for a Littleton machinist with mesothelioma

Compensation in mesothelioma cases comes from companies that manufactured, sold, or used asbestos-containing products without adequately warning about the health risks, putting millions in the path of danger.

While there’s never a guarantee of an asbestos payout, our Colorado mesothelioma lawyers pursue every available source of compensation and move claims forward as quickly as possible. Many of our clients begin receiving compensation within 90 days of contacting our firm.

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Who Can Our Colorado Mesothelioma Law Firm Help?

A mesothelioma law firm in Colorado is typically able to help anyone who has been exposed to asbestos and has since been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease.

The bedrock of any mesothelioma claim is proving where and how asbestos exposure occurred and identifying the companies responsible, making an experienced Colorado mesothelioma attorney a critical part of the process.

Our Colorado mesothelioma law firm can help:

• Patients suffering from illnesses like mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis
• Family members like spouses and children of the patient
• Estate representatives pursuing a wrongful death claim

"Our primary role in the very beginning stages of a mesothelioma lawsuit is to be detectives. We have to find products that were around the victim during the time of their exposure to asbestos."
– Jim Sokolove, Founder (Retired 2013)

Not sure how or when you were exposed? Our Colorado mesothelioma attorneys may still be able to help. We can trace asbestos exposure back to jobs, products, military service, or secondary exposure that happened many years ago.

Colorado Mesothelioma Statute of Limitations

The statute of limitations is a legal deadline for filing a mesothelioma lawsuit. Like all states, Colorado limits the amount of time victims and their families have to take legal action after an asbestos-related diagnosis or death.

The Colorado mesothelioma statute of limitations generally gives patients 2 years from the date of their diagnosis to file a personal injury claim. Families pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit typically have 2 years from the date of death to bring a wrongful death action. (Colorado Revised Statutes § 13-80-102)

Acting quickly can help protect your legal rights and preserve important evidence needed to support your claim. If you miss your filing deadline, you could lose your right to pursue compensation.

Call (800) 647-3434 right now for help determining your eligibility to file a Colorado mesothelioma lawsuit. It costs nothing to speak with us.

Filing Colorado Mesothelioma Lawsuits: What Families Can Expect

Families who choose to pursue a mesothelioma lawsuit typically follow a set of steps to pinpoint the products that played a role in their illness, gather strong supporting evidence, and seek compensation from the asbestos-related companies responsible.

The majority of mesothelioma lawsuits are settled, allowing families to access financial support without the hassle of going to court.

The process of filing a Colorado asbestos lawsuit generally includes:

• Contacting a mesothelioma attorney
• Collecting evidence to back up your claims
• Filing your case in the appropriate court
• Negotiating settlements to help cover expenses
• Presenting your case in court, if necessary

When you work with Sokolove Law, our mesothelioma attorneys can manage every part of the legal process, allowing you to focus on treatment and your family. Learn more about what to expect when filing a Colorado mesothelioma lawsuit.

1. Find the Best Mesothelioma Attorney Near You

At Sokolove Law, our Colorado mesothelioma attorneys provide free legal consultations to determine if you may be able to file a claim for compensation.

We'll discuss your work history, military service, and other potential sources of asbestos exposure to help identify when and where exposure may have occurred.

If you have a case, we can meet with you wherever is most convenient, including your home, hospital room, or virtually — at no cost to you.

We know that a mesothelioma diagnosis can create financial uncertainty for families already coping with medical treatments and other challenges. That's why our team works quickly to begin investigating claims and can often start building a case within 24 hours of your call.

“I was shocked at how fast Sokolove Law called me. Two days later, they were meeting with me at my house. I was in a mild shock, but it was a good shock.”
– Dennis, Firm Mesothelioma Client

2. We'll Gather Evidence to Support Your Claims

Mesothelioma often develops decades after asbestos exposure, making it difficult for many families to know exactly when, where, or how the exposure occurred. In fact, asbestos-related diseases can take 20 to 50 years to appear after the initial exposure.

For more than 45 years, Sokolove Law has investigated mesothelioma cases and compiled extensive records that help connect victims to the products, companies, and job sites responsible for their exposure.

Our team can draw on information related to:

• Asbestos-containing products used throughout Colorado and across the country
• Manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors linked to asbestos exposure
• Thousands of known asbestos exposure sites, including those in Denver, Pueblo, Colorado Springs, and more

Our decades of experience and investigative resources allow us to build the strongest possible case while you focus on your health and family.

3. File Colorado Asbestos Exposure Claims

Your legal team will pursue compensation through all available channels. An experienced Colorado mesothelioma lawyer can handle the paperwork, filing requirements, and legal deadlines while working to position your case for the best possible outcome.

Victims and their families may be eligible to seek compensation from mesothelioma lawsuits against asbestos-related companies, trust fund claims involving bankrupt entities, and VA benefits claims for veterans exposed while serving.

At Sokolove Law, we carefully evaluate every potential claim and pursue all available options to help maximize the financial recovery available to you and your loved ones.

4. Pursue Mesothelioma Settlements

Your Colorado asbestos attorney will work to negotiate mesothelioma settlements with the companies that made, sold, distributed, and used the products that contributed to your illness.

The average settlement for malignant mesothelioma is over $1 Million.

Almost all mesothelioma cases resolve through settlements, which can help families secure financial assistance and provide peace of mind.

"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 various compensation for another year."
– Ricky LeBlanc, Managing Attorney of Sokolove Law

5. Colorado Mesothelioma Attorneys Are Prepared for Trial

In the rare event that a company refuses to settle, the case may go to trial. Both sides present evidence regarding the victim's asbestos exposure and the companies responsible.

A judge or jury then determines whether the defendants are liable and, if so, how much compensation should be awarded.

Past Colorado mesothelioma verdicts include:

• $3.58 Million for a Fruita U.S. Navy veteran and boilerman
• $2 Million for a U.S. Air Force veteran and machinist in Colorado Springs
• $2.41 Million for an electrician with mesothelioma in Boulder
• $2 Million for a Hesperus construction worker with peritoneal mesothelioma
• $2.26 Million for an Arvada woman exposed secondhand through her husband's work as an insulator
• $1.87 Million for a Grand Junction mechanic with pleural mesothelioma
• $3 Million for an Arvada man with pleural mesothelioma

Our Colorado mesothelioma trial lawyers have the experience, resources, and determination needed to take on major companies and pursue the maximum compensation available for victims and their families.

Our Colorado Mesothelioma Lawyers Fight for Maximum Compensation

For more than 45 years, Sokolove Law has helped over 9,500 asbestos exposure victims and their families seek justice, securing more than $5.5 Billion total in settlements, verdicts, and other payouts.

Our Colorado mesothelioma attorneys know how to investigate complex exposure histories and identify every available source of compensation.

Potential sources of mesothelioma compensation include:

• Mesothelioma lawsuits
• Asbestos trust funds
• Veterans benefits

By building strong, evidence-based claims, we work to maximize the financial recovery available to each family we represent.

Many victims qualify for compensation from multiple sources. Our team explores every available option to help ensure families receive the full compensation they're entitled to.

Colorado Mesothelioma Lawsuits

Mesothelioma lawsuit payouts average between $1 Million and $11.4 Million, depending on whether your case settles or reaches a verdict.

These lawsuits are filed against the companies that manufactured, supplied, or used the asbestos products that made you sick.

Our Colorado mesothelioma attorneys can help:

• Investigate where and how asbestos exposure occurred
• Identify the products and companies responsible for that exposure
• Hold negligent asbestos companies accountable
• Pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more

The vast majority of mesothelioma lawsuits are resolved through settlements rather than trials, allowing many families to recover compensation without appearing in court. More than 99% of mesothelioma claims settle.

If you have lost a loved one to mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, our Colorado mesothelioma attorneys may be able to help you pursue an asbestos claim after death and seek compensation on behalf of surviving family members.

Asbestos Trust Fund Claims

At one time, hundreds of companies made and sold asbestos products. Facing a flood of lawsuits, many filed for bankruptcy protection as a way to avoid paying what they owed.

However, the courts required these companies to establish asbestos trust funds to compensate victims.

Today, billions of dollars remain available through these trust funds for eligible claimants. Depending on your exposure history, you may qualify to file claims with multiple trusts and recover compensation from more than one source.

Mesothelioma VA Benefits for Veterans

If you developed mesothelioma as a result of asbestos exposure during military service, you may qualify for VA benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Because mesothelioma is considered a totally disabling condition, it generally receives a 100% VA disability rating. Eligible veterans may qualify for more than $3,930 per month in disability compensation, along with free health care.

Our VA-accredited lawyers can help with your claim, even if you've been issued a VA benefits denial in the past. Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit won't affect your right to VA benefits.

Colorado Mesothelioma Lawsuit Updates and News 2026

Families continue to file Colorado mesothelioma lawsuits against companies that exposed workers and consumers to asbestos from a wide range of exposure sources, including industrial facilities, power plants, and military installations.

Over the years, Colorado courts have heard claims brought by workers, veterans, and family members affected by asbestos-related diseases. Many have resulted in meaningful compensation from verdicts and settlements.

Here are some of the latest Colorado asbestos and mesothelioma lawsuit updates:

• June 2026: Governor Jared Polis vetoed the proposed "Ruben Sims Jr. Act," legislation that would have expanded workers' compensation protections for firefighters diagnosed with occupational cancers like mesothelioma. Supporters of the bill argued that firefighters face elevated exposure to carcinogens such as asbestos, toxic smoke, and PFAS chemicals.
• May 2026: Testing at Snowmass Village's former Krabloonik property found asbestos in several areas of the upper building, including portions of the lobby, kitchen, and bathroom. Town officials announced plans to seek a contractor for demolition and site restoration as redevelopment efforts move forward.
• November 2025: A Pueblo homeowner reported being displaced from her home after a furnace replacement project allegedly caused a "major asbestos spill" that was reported to state regulators. Asbestos contamination reportedly left the home uninhabitable, with estimated abatement costs exceeding $40,000.
• May 2025: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded more than $11.6 Million in grants to Colorado communities, including funding for multiple asbestos cleanup projects in Cortez, Fountain, Trinidad, Lamar, and Denver. The grants will support asbestos abatement and redevelopment efforts at former airports, commercial buildings, historic properties, and residential housing sites contaminated with asbestos.
• February 2025: A Jefferson County contractor was sentenced to 10 years in prison after a jury found he knowingly exposed a worker and the surrounding community to asbestos during demolition work at a fire-damaged apartment building in Arvada.
• June 2023: Employees at a Colorado Springs King Soopers raised concerns after a store on South Academy Boulevard temporarily closed during a renovation project due to the possible presence of asbestos. Workers alleged they received little information from management and expressed fears about potential exposure and the risk of bringing asbestos home to their families.
• January 2018: Colorado lawmakers proposed the Asbestos Claims Transparency Act, which would require victims to disclose asbestos trust fund claims within 120 days of filing a lawsuit. The legislation was designed to prevent double recoveries and allow courts to consider prior trust fund payments when calculating verdicts or settlements.
• January 2017: The owners of Denver's Overlook Apartments were ordered to pay more than $217,000 in restitution and establish a health monitoring fund after tenants were exposed to airborne asbestos during renovation. Residents alleged that asbestos-containing flooring materials were improperly disturbed, contaminating apartment buildings and forcing families to relocate.

Recent developments across Colorado highlight the many ways asbestos continues to affect workers, homeowners, tenants, and entire communities.

These incidents also serve as a reminder that asbestos exposure is not limited to the distant past. Renovation projects, demolitions, aging buildings, and occupational exposures can still put people at risk today.

$190,000 Colorado Mesothelioma Lawsuit Verdict

One of Colorado's most significant asbestos cases involved Leon Fenton, a plumber who worked on the construction of the U.S. Air Force Academy in the late 1950s. His family later filed a mesothelioma wrongful death lawsuit against several asbestos product manufacturers.

A Colorado jury awarded the Fentons a $190,000 mesothelioma verdict. The case later reached the Colorado Supreme Court, where the defendants challenged aspects of the verdict and argued they should be allowed to present evidence regarding what was known about asbestos hazards at the time.

The court's decision in Fibreboard Corp. v. Fenton became an important precedent in Colorado asbestos litigation and continues to be cited in cases involving product liability and failure-to-warn claims.

Case Advances Colorado Asbestos Liability Claims

In Rice v. Armstrong World Industries, the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado considered whether a company that distributed and relabeled asbestos-containing products could be held responsible for asbestos-related injuries.

Asbestos product distributor John Crane sought dismissal of the claims, arguing that they did not manufacture the product at issue. However, the court concluded that questions remained about the company's knowledge of asbestos hazards and their potential duty to warn users.

The ruling allowed the case to proceed and reinforced the principle that distributors and sellers of asbestos-containing products may face liability, not just the original manufacturers. It remains a notable Colorado asbestos case involving product liability and failure-to-warn allegations.

These developments show that asbestos exposure remains a serious public health and legal issue across Colorado, with courts and regulatory agencies continuing to hold companies accountable.

If your family has been affected by mesothelioma, our Colorado asbestos lawyers are ready to fight hard for you.

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Types of Colorado Asbestos Attorneys

Colorado asbestos lawyers can help families pursue compensation for a range of cases involving asbestos exposure and related illnesses. Depending on your illness and the specifics of your exposure, different asbestos lawyers in Colorado may be able to fight for justice on your behalf.

Our asbestos lawyers in Colorado can help with claims involving mesothelioma, lung cancer, secondary asbestos exposure, talcum powder, and more.

Mesothelioma Attorneys in Colorado

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Our Colorado mesothelioma attorneys can review your work history and other possible sources of exposure to pinpoint the companies responsible.

Over 30 new mesothelioma cases are diagnosed in Colorado per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Our team can pursue compensation from as many avenues as possible, including mesothelioma lawsuits, trust fund claims, and VA benefits to help with medical bills and related expenses.

Colorado Mesothelioma Wrongful Death Lawyers

If a patient passes away prior to filing an asbestos claim or before a final resolution is reached, their family members or estate representative may still be able to file a claim with the help of our mesothelioma wrongful death attorneys in Colorado.

More than 3,214 Colorado residents have died from asbestos-related illnesses, as per the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Colorado saw 260 deaths linked to asbestosis from 1999 to 2017.

Wrongful death claims allow families to seek compensation for burial expenses and loss of services, helping them move forward after the death of a loved one.

Colorado Lung Cancer Lawyers

Asbestos exposure is also tied to lung cancer, especially in workers who came in contact with high concentrations of the toxic fibers for long periods.

In Colorado, the rate of new lung cancer cases is significantly lower than the national average, with 37.3 cases per 100,000 people compared to 52.8 cases per 100,000 people nationwide, according to the American Lung Association.

Our Colorado lung cancer lawyers help victims figure out whether exposure may have contributed to their diagnosis and pursue compensation from the at-fault companies.

Colorado Talcum Powder Lawyers

Microscopic asbestos fibers have been found in a variety of talcum powder products, putting consumers at risk for mesothelioma, ovarian cancer, and other serious, life-threatening diseases.

Our Colorado talcum powder lawyers can help those impacted by contaminated talc products file claims against manufacturers that failed to adequately warn consumers about asbestos risks.

Colorado Secondary Asbestos Exposure Lawyers

Secondary asbestos exposure happens when workers carry microscopic asbestos fibers home on their clothes or tools. Family members may come in contact with the dangerous mineral while doing the wash or giving a hug.

Our Colorado secondhand asbestos exposure lawyers can help spouses, children, and roommates pursue compensation if they developed mesothelioma or another asbestos-caused illness from secondary exposure.

Asbestos in Colorado & Mesothelioma Statistics

Mesothelioma is an aggressive and life-threatening cancer caused only by asbestos. It can develop after a single exposure or following long-term exposure. It typically takes decades for the first signs of an asbestos-related illness to appear.

In Colorado, nearly 900 job sites have been linked to asbestos. Colorado asbestos statistics reveal that the cancer-causing mineral is still a major public health threat across the state.

Asbestos facts and statistics on mesothelioma in Colorado include:

• In 2022, 33 new mesothelioma cases were reported in Colorado, according to the CDC.
• From 1999 to 2017, over 3,214 asbestos-related deaths were reported in Colorado, with 260 connected to asbestosis, 594 to mesothelioma, and 2,376 to lung cancer, as per the EWG.
• During that period, Jefferson County recorded 419 asbestos-related deaths, followed by El Paso County with 392, Denver County with 345, Arapahoe County with 329, Pueblo County with 203, and Boulder County with 199.
• Colorado documented 3.4 asbestos-related deaths per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average of 4.9.
• Delta County had the state's highest asbestos-related death rate at 8.6, followed by Fremont County and Pueblo County at 6.9.
• More than 340,000 U.S. military veterans live in Colorado, many of whom served during the era of peak military asbestos use. Many veterans exposed during that period are only now reaching the age when the disease typically appears.

Colorado residents may have been exposed to asbestos in aging schools, public buildings, industrial sites, and military installations.

Sites for Asbestos Exposure in Colorado

Before the hazards of asbestos were widely known, about 873 job sites in Colorado used asbestos. Exposure often occurred through contact with asbestos-containing building materials like insulation, drywall, joint compound, and paint.

The Public Service Company of Colorado, Great Western Sugar Company, Continental Oil Company, and Martin Marietta have the highest number of asbestos-linked work sites in the state.

Other asbestos-related companies in Colorado​ include:

• Abex Corporation
• Acme Foundry
• Atlantic Richfield
• Colorado and Southern Railway Company
• Denver Fire Clay Co.
• Eastman Kodak Co.
• E.I. DuPont Nemours & Company
• El Paso Consolidated Gold Mining Co.
• Golden Cycle Mining Co.
• Johns Manville
• Owens Corning
• Penrose Hospital
• Rock Wool Insulating Co.
• Southern Colorado Power Company
• Western Forge Corporation
• W.R. Grace

These are just a few Colorado workplaces where asbestos-containing materials were used or identified and may not reflect current conditions due to renovations that removed asbestos hazards over time.

Use our free asbestos workplace database to see if you may have been exposed while working asbestos jobs in Colorado.

Military Asbestos Exposure in Colorado

Colorado has one of the highest concentrations of military installations of any state, and many of those bases were built or expanded during the decades when asbestos was standard in construction.

Colorado military asbestos exposure sites include:

• Fort Carson (Colorado Springs): Fort Carson was established in 1942, with construction beginning immediately after Pearl Harbor. At its peak, nearly 11,500 workers were employed on various construction projects at the new camp. Fort Carson's own Directorate of Public Works acknowledges that asbestos-containing materials remain throughout most of the older buildings.
• Lowry Air Force Base (Denver): Lowry Air Force Base's oldest buildings were constructed in the 1930s, when asbestos was commonly used. Asbestos contamination was first found at the Lowry site in 2002, concentrated in the area that had been the site of a military hospital and barracks.
• Buckley Space Force Base (Aurora): Buckley's history dates to 1938, when it was established by the U.S. Army Air Corps. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has taken steps to clean up asbestos left behind from the base's runways, storage facilities, and administrative buildings.
• Cheyenne Mountain / NORAD (Colorado Springs): The Cheyenne Mountain complex was excavated by the Army Corps of Engineers and became fully operational in 1966. The underground facility was constructed during the height of Cold War-era asbestos use, with insulation and fireproofing materials standard in the enclosed tunnel and building systems.
• U.S. Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs): The Academy's campus buildings were built during the peak era of asbestos use in institutional construction. The Fenton v. Fibreboard case, decided by the Colorado Supreme Court in 1993, involved a worker exposed to asbestos during construction of the Air Force Academy in the 1950s.

While not everyone who served or worked at these locations may have been exposed, these sites may provide important clues for veterans and others diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease years later.

Colorado Asbestos Laws

Colorado has laws and regulations that govern the handling, removal, transportation, and disposal of asbestos to help protect workers, building occupants, and the public.

Key Colorado asbestos regulations include:

• Colorado Asbestos Regulation 8​: Oversees asbestos licensing, accreditation, training, inspections, and notification requirements for asbestos-related work in public buildings across Colorado. The agency also enforces portions of the Colorado Asbestos Health Protection Rules (TAHPR).
• Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) Asbestos Program: Oversees asbestos abatement activities, contractor certification, worker training, inspections, and project notification requirements throughout Colorado.
• Asbestos Certification and Training Requirements: Colorado requires asbestos abatement contractors, supervisors, inspectors, management planners, project designers, and workers to complete approved training and maintain appropriate certifications before performing regulated asbestos work.

Local governments may also adopt additional requirements related to building safety, demolition permits, and public health protections involving asbestos-containing materials.

Let a Top Mesothelioma Lawyer in Colorado Fight for Your Family

A mesothelioma diagnosis can turn your world upside down. While you focus on treatment and spending time with loved ones, our Colorado mesothelioma lawyers can investigate your exposure, identify the companies responsible, and pursue the compensation you deserve.

For more than 45 years, Sokolove Law has fought for mesothelioma patients and their families, recovering over $5.5 Billion total. We have the experience and resources needed to take on powerful companies and help families navigate the process with confidence.

There are no upfront costs to get started, and you won't pay any attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

Call us at (800) 647-3434 right now or fill out our contact form for a free case review. Our team is standing by 24/7 to answer your questions and discuss how we may be able to help.

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