Hawaii Mesothelioma Lawyer

Asbestos Exposure & Mesothelioma in Hawaii

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in thousands of products throughout the 20th century due to its strength and heat-resistant properties.

However, asbestos has since been linked to dangerous health conditions like: 

• Mesothelioma
• Lung cancer
• Other asbestos-related diseases

Mesothelioma can be difficult to diagnose because its symptoms are so similar to those of other illnesses. Symptoms also may not appear for 20-50 years after the initial exposure.

We are dedicated to helping those impacted by mesothelioma and asbestos in Hawaii pursue justice and compensation.

Contact us today to learn how mesothelioma lawyers in Hawaii may be able to help you and your family navigate an asbestos lawsuit.

List of Hawaii Asbestos Job Sites

Throughout Hawaii, there are over 230 known sites that have been linked to asbestos exposure.

Asbestos exposure in Hawaii may have occurred at many work sites, including: 

• Aloha State Sales
• Bechtel Power
• California Packing Corporation
• Dillingham Petroleum Corporation
• Electric Automobile Company
• Ewa Sugar Mill
• Haiku Sugar Company
• Hilo Electric Light Company
• Honolulu Iron Works
• Honolulu Shipyard
• Kahe Iv Power Plant
• Kohala Sugar Company
• Laupahoehoe Sugar Company
• Matson Container Station
• Maui Electric Company
• Oahu Sugar Company
• Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard
• Standard Oil
• Von Hamm Young Company
• Waiakea Mill

It is important to note that this list does not reflect the current conditions of these locations. Many sites have since removed all asbestos-containing materials.

Use our free asbestos exposure job site database to see if you may have been exposed to asbestos while at work.

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

Hawaii Jobs at Risk of Asbestos Exposure

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most asbestos exposures happen at work.

Since asbestos is more likely to be found at certain job sites or in certain materials, some occupations can put workers at an increased risk of developing mesothelioma.

Jobs 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

Even people who have not directly worked around asbestos can be diagnosed with mesothelioma. Often, this is due to secondhand exposure to asbestos.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, our team may be able to pursue compensation on your behalf. Contact us today to learn more.

Ways a Hawaii Asbestos Lawyer Can Help

Our mesothelioma lawyers in Hawaii can help clients pursue compensation through a variety of avenues. Many have started to receive money in as few as 90 days.

Learn about mesothelioma lawsuits, asbestos trust funds, and VA benefits for mesothelioma below.

Mesothelioma Lawsuits

By working with Sokolove Law to file a mesothelioma lawsuit in Hawaii, you can get help:

• Identifying the asbestos-containing products you were exposed to
• Holding the companies that manufactured those products accountable for your illness
• Pursuing life-changing amounts of compensation for your treatment and family

Compensation from Hawaii mesothelioma lawsuits can be awarded as a mesothelioma settlement or through a trial verdict.

Over 99% of mesothelioma lawsuits result in settlements, which means many of our clients never have to step foot in court to receive compensation. 

Asbestos Trust Funds

When the dangers of asbestos were made public, thousands began to file lawsuits against the companies that had knowingly exposed them to this toxic mineral.

Many companies attempted to declare bankruptcy to avoid paying, but the U.S. government ordered these companies to establish asbestos trust funds for victims of asbestos exposure.

Asbestos trust fund claims don't require you to go to court, and you may be able to access compensation from multiple trust funds if you were exposed to a variety of asbestos-containing products.

VA Claims for Mesothelioma

If you or your loved one developed mesothelioma as a result of asbestos exposure during military service, you may be able to file a claim for VA benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Our VA-accredited lawyers can help you prepare your claim, even if you have been denied benefits in the past. Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit will not have any impact on your VA claim.

How to File a Hawaii Mesothelioma Lawsuit

When you work with Sokolove Law, we strive to make filing a Hawaii mesothelioma lawsuit as stress-free as possible for you and your family.

If you have a case, our mesothelioma attorneys can handle every step of the legal process for you, so you can focus on your health and your loved ones.

1. Contact Sokolove Law

At Sokolove Law, we can provide you with a free legal consultation to determine if you may be eligible to file a claim.

During your consultation, we will ask you questions about your life and work history to determine how you were exposed to asbestos.

If you have a case, we can travel to meet you at a time and location of your choosing at no cost to you.

Our team understands how difficult a mesothelioma diagnosis can be and how quickly medical bills can pile up. That’s why we work to get started on your case as quickly as possible — often within 24 hours of your initial call.

Call us at (800) 995-1212 now to get started.

2. We’ll Gather the Evidence for Your Case

Asbestos exposure can take place 20-50 years before a mesothelioma diagnosis, which can make identifying the manufacturer of the asbestos-containing products you were exposed to difficult.

Thankfully, Sokolove Law has decades of experience working on mesothelioma cases, which has allowed us to compile a warehouse of evidence on:

• Known sites of asbestos exposure
• Asbestos-containing products
• The companies that may have put you in harm's way

We can use our experience and evidence to identify the manufacturers responsible for your exposure and build a strong legal case on your behalf.

3. File a Hawaii Mesothelioma Claim

By working with an experienced legal team, you can get help filing your mesothelioma claim and ensuring that all deadlines are met and the paperwork for your case is properly submitted.

When you work with Sokolove Law, we will pursue compensation through all of the avenues available to you in order to maximize the amount of money you receive.

4. Negotiate a Mesothelioma Settlement

Your Hawaii asbestos attorney may be able to negotiate a mesothelioma settlement with the asbestos manufacturer on your behalf.

While the majority of cases end in a settlement, your team at Sokolove Law is also prepared to go to trial and present your case in court if needed.

There, a judge and jury will hear your case and decide how much compensation you may receive through a mesothelioma verdict.

Our Past Hawaii Mesothelioma Settlement Amounts

Our experienced mesothelioma attorneys have secured over $4.8 Billion for victims and their families across the country.

A few of our past Hawaii mesothelioma settlement amounts and verdicts include:

• $3.64 Million for the family of a woman with mesothelioma in Kekaha
• $2.49 Million for the family of a mesothelioma patient in Hawaii
• $1.48 Million for a longshoreman and pipefitter

It’s important to note that mesothelioma compensation is not guaranteed in any case, and settlement amounts will vary based on the facts and circumstances surrounding each individual case.

Let Our Hawaii Mesothelioma Lawyers Fight for You

At Sokolove Law, we understand how truly devastating a diagnosis of mesothelioma can be. Let us put our resources to work for you in your fight for justice.

Our firm has over 40 years of experience helping mesothelioma patients and their families pursue compensation from the companies responsible for their asbestos exposure.

Additionally, there are no upfront or out-of-pocket costs — we only get paid if you do, so there’s no financial risk to taking legal action.

Call us at (800) 995-1212 or fill out our contact form for a free case review now. Our team is standing by 24/7 to help with any questions you may have.