ASBESTOS LAWSUIT

Mesothelioma is a deadly cancer caused by asbestos exposure—often decades after initial contact. It most commonly affects the lining of the lungs and chest cavity. While mesothelioma does not discriminate, state law allows victims and families to seek justice. In Tennessee and Kentucky, you have one year from diagnosis or death to file. Wisconsinites have three years, while individuals in Virginia, Illinois, and Arizona have two. Floridians are given four years to file from the date of diagnosis and two years to file from the date of death. No matter which state you’re in, we’re here to offer compassionate guidance and help you get the compensation you deserve.

If you’ve been injured by asbestos, you may be feeling betrayed, confused, frustrated, and worried about what to do next. Our team at Phillip S. Georges, PLLC understands what you’re going through. As part of a small percentage of lawyers in the nation who handles mesothelioma cases, Attorney Phil Georges has worked with many injured individuals just like you to gain the justice and compensation they deserved. He knows what you’re going through, and most importantly, he wants to help.

The statute of limitations to file a mesothelioma claim varies by state. For instance, Tennessee and Kentucky give you just one year from diagnosis to file a personal injury lawsuit and one year after death to file a wrongful death claim. Similarly, Virginia, Illinois, Florida, and Arizona give you two years from either the date of death or the date of diagnosis, while Wisconsin gives you three years to file for both.

No matter where you live, these deadlines are strict and final. The limitation for each begins from the date of diagnosis or death—not the date of exposure—to acknowledge the disease’s long latency period.

For some states like Tennessee and Florida, manufacturers may be shielded by a “bare metal” defense unless it is found that the exposure is directly tied to asbestos-containing products.

If a victim is found 50% or more responsible for their injury, they may be barred from recovering damages.