Atlanta Mesothelioma Lawyer

What Do Atlanta Asbestos Lawyers Do?

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, our Atlanta asbestos lawyers are here to offer support and help you feel less overwhelmed during this difficult time.

We can manage the entire legal process from start to finish, so you can stay focused on your health and your family — not court documents and deadlines.

If you have a case, our Atlanta asbestos attorneys can: 

• Investigate the source of your exposure: We’ll look back through decades of your work and family history to determine how you were exposed to asbestos.
• Develop a legal strategy: Every mesothelioma case is unique. We’ll craft a personalized approach to your case based on your situation and the companies responsible for your exposure.
• File your Atlanta mesothelioma lawsuit: We’ll handle all of the paperwork and submit your lawsuit to the correct court before any state deadlines.
• Engage in settlement negotiations: Our team will negotiate with the defendant(s), working to get results for you as quickly as possible. The vast majority of cases settle out of court.
• Represent you at trial: If your case goes to trial, our Atlanta asbestos lawyers will present arguments in court and seek compensation from a verdict.

Whether you just want to learn more about your legal options or are ready to take action for the harm you’ve experienced, our Atlanta mesothelioma lawyers are here to guide you every step of the way.

“You need the lawyers — we don’t speak lawyer-ese. We don’t know the intricate twists and turns that they understand with our laws. We would've been lost without the firm coming to our help.”
– Constance, Wife of a U.S. Veteran with Mesothelioma

Asbestos Exposure & Mesothelioma in Atlanta, GA

Asbestos-containing products resisted heat and corrosion, so they were used in private residences, industrial facilities, and other structures across Atlanta. The city was home to many industries that relied on these products in their daily operations.

Today, about 540 job sites in Atlanta alone are known to have used asbestos, putting workers, their loved ones, and residents at risk of exposure.

Most of Atlanta is in Fulton County, which averages 14 asbestos-related deaths each year. In one 18-year period, the county recorded 276 deaths from asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer.

While most asbestos-related diseases can be traced to on-the-job exposures, Atlanta residents may have come in contact with the cancer-causing mineral in public buildings. At one time, Atlanta Airport had 4 asbestos exposure sites, and Crawford Long Hospital and Georgia Tech each had 3.

Asbestos diseases often appear decades after exposure, so many Atlanta residents may still be at risk — but our mesothelioma attorneys in Atlanta are here to help families seek justice.

Our Past Atlanta Mesothelioma Settlements

On average, mesothelioma settlements award over $1 Million. With our decades of experience and deep understanding of asbestos litigation, we’ve been able to secure much more for many of our clients.

Some of our past Georgia mesothelioma settlements and verdicts include: 

• $2.63 Million for an Atlanta electric worker
• $3.65 Million to a Baxley man with mesothelioma
• $3.17 Million for a U.S. Navy veteran in Ball Ground with pleural mesothelioma
• $3.16 Million to a laborer and trashman in Chatsworth
• $3.49 Million for a U.S. Army veteran in Lula with mesothelioma
• $2.33 Million to the family of a Ringgold nurse who passed away of mesothelioma
• $2.04 Million for a juvenile probation officer with peritoneal mesothelioma
• $1.18 Million to a laborer and maintenance worker in Camilla
• $3.11 Million for a Columbus automotive company worker
• $2.35 Million to a U.S. Navy veteran in Cedartown
• $3.17 Million for a telephone worker with pleural mesothelioma
• $1.67 Million to a U.S. Air Force veteran and airplane mechanic in Fayetteville
• $3.51 Million for a Lula woman with mesothelioma

The value of a mesothelioma claim depends on many factors, like how many asbestos-containing products you were exposed to and the total cost of your related medical bills.

While there’s never a guarantee of compensation in any case, our asbestos exposure attorneys in Atlanta will fight hard to get you everything you’re entitled to.

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Since 1979, Sokolove Law has secured more than $5.5 Billion for thousands of mesothelioma victims and their families.

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Types of Atlanta Asbestos Claims & Compensation

For decades, many companies knew their asbestos-containing products could cause serious harm, but they chose to hide the risks to protect their profits.

Now, families may be able to pursue mesothelioma compensation to hold these companies accountable and help cover the high costs of mesothelioma treatment.

Compensation may be available from: 

• Mesothelioma lawsuits, which are filed by patients with mesothelioma against the companies responsible for their asbestos exposure. The majority of mesothelioma lawsuits result in an out-of-court settlement.
• Wrongful death claims, which can be filed by family members or the estate representative of a patient who has passed away. These claims can provide financial support for surviving relatives.
• Asbestos trust funds, which contain an estimated $30 Billion. Courts ordered asbestos-related companies that filed for bankruptcy to set aside money in trusts for future victims.
• VA benefits, which may be available to veterans who were exposed to asbestos during their service. With a 100% disability rating, veterans may be able to receive more than $3,930 a month and free health care.

Other mesothelioma financial resources include workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The benefits you may qualify for depend on factors like your age, work history, and where you were exposed to asbestos.

We know how important financial support is during this time, which is why we work to secure results as quickly as possible.

"Our clients could receive compensation in as little 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 at Sokolove Law

Georgia Statute of Limitations on Asbestos Claims

There’s only a limited amount of time to file an asbestos legal claim due to laws called statutes of limitations, which vary by state.

In Georgia, the statute of limitations on asbestos claims is 2 years after your mesothelioma diagnosis or the death of a loved one.

Once this deadline passes, you may lose your right to pursue justice or compensation forever. That’s why it’s important to reach out to a mesothelioma law firm as soon as possible, even if you're unsure about your options.

Where Was Asbestos Used in Atlanta?

For much of the 20th century, asbestos was widely used across industrial job sites in Atlanta. Workers at these facilities may have unknowingly inhaled or ingested dangerous fibers.

Occupational exposure in Atlanta was most commonly tied to building materials, followed by refractories, power-generating equipment, and insulation.

Job sites with asbestos in Atlanta include: 

• Avon Products
• Atlanta Steel
• Chevrolet
• Coca-Cola Company
• Delta Airlines
• Dixie Engine Company
• Dobbins Air Force Base
• Emory University
• Fulton County Jail
• Ford Motor Company
• General Motors
• Georgia Pacific
• Gordon Foods
• Mead Paper Company
• Owens-Illinois
• Ryder Truck Lines
• Southern Railway
• Western Electric Company

The above is not a complete list. Other job sites throughout Atlanta may have also used asbestos-containing products, putting workers and residents in harm's way.

From 1950 to 1970, a plant on Zonolite Road processed as much as 1,225 tons of asbestos-contaminated vermiculite from the W.R. Grace mine in Libby, Montana. The EPA Superfund Site required extensive cleanup.

Even if you’re unsure where or how you were exposed to asbestos, our team can help investigate your history and take legal action on your behalf.

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Who Was at Risk of Asbestos Exposure?

Asbestos was widely used across different industries due to its heat resistance, durability, and low cost.

Yet while companies profited, those working with or around asbestos-containing products were often left in the dark about the risks.

Jobs with a high 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

Since symptoms of asbestos-related disease can take 20-50 years to appear, many workers aren’t diagnosed with mesothelioma until decades after their initial exposure.

“I always knew that there was asbestos. I asked them what the material was made out of, and they told me asbestos. Nobody ever said anything about it being dangerous."
– Walter, U.S. Navy Veteran & Firm Client

Even those who never worked directly with asbestos may be affected. Secondhand exposure can occur when microscopic asbestos fibers cling to a worker’s clothes or belongings, putting their family members or coworkers at risk of exposure.

Sokolove Law: Our Mesothelioma Lawyers in Atlanta Are Here to Help

At Sokolove Law, we understand how devastating a mesothelioma diagnosis can be for both patients and their families. That’s why we’re committed to making the legal process as easy and stress-free as possible.

Our team can help you navigate your mesothelioma claims, treatment options, and more while fighting hard to secure the results you deserve.

Our mesothelioma attorneys in Atlanta: 

• Don’t charge any upfront costs or hourly fees
• Can travel to meet with you at your home
• Have recovered over $5.5 Billion for mesothelioma clients

With more than 45 years of asbestos litigation experience and access to extensive resources, we have what it takes to help your family.

Call (800) 647-3434 now or fill out our contact form to get started with a free, no-obligation case review.

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