Chicago Mesothelioma Lawyer

Who Can Chicago Asbestos Lawyers Help?

Our Chicago 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 Chicago asbestos lawyers can fight for justice and compensation on your behalf.

How a Chicago Mesothelioma Attorney Can Support You

At Sokolove Law, our Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago Mesothelioma Settlements

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

Some of our past mesothelioma settlements and verdicts in Illinois include:

• $4.95 Million for a Pontiac truck driver with mesothelioma
• $2.9 Million to a forklift operator in Chicago with peritoneal mesothelioma
• $4.14 Million for a U.S. Army veteran and sheet metal worker in Mount Vernon
• $3.9 Million to a Wilmington heavy equipment operator
• $4 Million for an auto mechanic and union laborer in Zion
• $3.13 Million to a machine operator and maintenance worker
• $3.6 Million for a Mattoon factory worker with pleural mesothelioma
• $3.08 Million to a tool & die maker in Maple Park
• $3.7 Million for a Gurnee assembly line worker
• $4.39 Million to a Charleston machine operator

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

At Sokolove Law, our Chicago 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 Chicago 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, it would be 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 Chicago

There are over 5,500 known asbestos sites throughout Illinois, with more than 1,000 located in the city of Chicago.

Known asbestos sites in Chicago include:

• Acme Steel
• Allied Chemical Corporation
• Campbell Soup Company
• Chicago State Hospital
• Diamond Match Company
• Ford Motor Company
• General Mills
• Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
• Illinois Brick Company
• Illinois Steel Company
• Kraft Foods Company
• National Tea Company
• O’Hare International Airport
• Procter & Gamble
• Republic Steel Corporation
• Sherwin Williams Company
• Stauffer Chemical Company
• Texaco Incorporated

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

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

Our asbestos attorneys in Chicago can help you determine if you may have been at risk of asbestos exposure at any of these sites.

At-Risk Chicago 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 more than $5.1 Billion for thousands of mesothelioma victims and their families.

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Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in Chicago

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 Chicago Mesothelioma Lawyers

At Sokolove Law, our Chicago 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 Chicago — 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 Chicago.

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

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