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  • AWARD-WINNING TRIAL LAWYERS

    Our skilled approach to the practice of law has resulted in top ratings & awards from renowned legal organizations such as Super Lawyers, National Association of Distinguished Counsel, and America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators®.

  • RESPECTED BY OUR PEERS

    Our attorneys have been invited into some of the most prestigious and recognized professional associations in the United States, including The Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, National Trial Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, and the American Association for Justice.

  • PROVEN RESULTS

    To date, we’ve secured countless million-dollar results for clients located throughout the country. We have successfully represented clients in all 50 states and totaled in excess of $1 billion in settlements and trial verdicts.

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OUR MESOTHELIOMA LAWYERS

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We understand the need to move forward quickly on your case. Time is not on our side. That is why we are always available. In fact, we will be in your home within 48 hours of contacting us.

Mesothelioma patients face devastating symptoms and may have large medical bills. Since this disease is exclusively associated with asbestos exposure, mesothelioma victims may be eligible to file a claim against companies responsible for their illness.

At Shrader & Associates, L.L.P., we know victims of asbestos exposure need qualified and experienced mesothelioma lawyers who are ready to stand up to big companies. Our team of attorneys has spent years researching claims and collecting decades of evidence and records to support mesothelioma compensation demands. If you or your loved ones are mesothelioma patients, contact our office for a free consultation.

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Over a billion recovered worldwide

Asbestos Exposure

Victims of asbestos exposure can suffer numerous diseases, such as asbestosis, mesothelioma, and other cancers.

Dangerous Drugs

Every year, thousands of people in the United States suffer injuries, illness, or death from dangerous prescription and over-the-counter drugs.

Defective Devices

While medical devices have the potential to reduce suffering, save lives, and improve people’s quality of life, design or implantation errors can lead to unnecessary injury or illness.

Mass Torts

When a company commits actions that lead to the injury of many individuals, the impacted people can band together and file mass tort claims against the liable party.

Catastrophic Injury

We provide national legal support to individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries and their families, helping clients like you get the financial compensation.

Our Mesothelioma Lawyers Will Fight for Your Family

“I wouldn’t recommend anybody else. I really wouldn’t, primarily because I felt like Shrader & Assoiciates was family. They were with my dad the whole time, from beginning to the very end. I often think about Shrader, and I think about all the time I spent with them and the time they took caring for my father, and I’m very grateful. I am. Very grateful.”

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How Our Mesothelioma Law Firm Can Help Asbestos Exposure Victims with Mesothelioma Claims

If you or a loved one is diagnosed with mesothelioma (cancer of the mesothelium), your attorneys should determine how you were exposed to asbestos. Any company that uses asbestos in their workplace or equipment could be responsible for their neglect in protecting you from harm. Other individuals may have unknowingly purchased or used products in their home that contain asbestos and put their families at risk.

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In mesothelioma cases, our skilled trial lawyers will help you file legal action against any party who contributed to your harm. We conduct detailed investigations in asbestos cases, finding all relevant information and evidence that will support your case. Our lawyers are committed to building a powerful legal claim for your damages while you focus on treatment and recovery.

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How Our Mesothelioma Law Firm Can Help Asbestos Exposure Victims with Mesothelioma Claims

When working with patients, our mesothelioma lawyers bring all their skills and experience to each case. You and your family members benefit from the lessons we have learned over nearly two decades of managing mesothelioma claims. We offer an award-winning approach with recognized and respected attorneys who have experience getting results for clients like you.

A mesothelioma diagnosis often comes years after your exposure, perhaps after the negligent company has gone out of business. Fortunately, as many companies declared bankruptcy, they were required to set up a trust fund to pay asbestos-related claims. Your asbestos lawyers can investigate this avenue to help you secure compensation that will cover your medical expenses, even if you have chosen more experimental treatment options.

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Experience with Mesothelioma Lawsuits

Mesothelioma is almost exclusively caused by exposure to asbestos. but often takes years to show symptoms after exposure. Victims have often changed jobs or retired by the time they are diagnosed with mesothelioma, and may not suspect a connection between their disease and their work history until they speak with a personal injury attorney who specializes in these claims.

Pursuing financial compensation so many years after you have been exposed can be challenging. Fortunately, the mesothelioma lawyers at Shrader & Associates have years of experience managing these cases and achieving satisfactory jury awards and settlements that provide financial relief for our clients.

Shrader & Associates has secured payouts for lost wages, medical bills, pain and suffering, and many other expenses. We have recovered over $1 billion for people just like you, enabling our clients to focus on their treatment without the burden of financial pressure. . By coming to us as soon as you are diagnosed, we can help you avoid missing the statute of limitations, which could limit your ability to seek compensation.

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I hate to even contemplate where we’d be without your Dream Team!! Thanks to you, the grief of my loss would have been almost unbearable otherwise. The wonderful things you have done for us, the things you have made possible for my family, the doors you have opened – I will always be grateful.

Brian H.

My case was complex, but you untangled the details of my asbestos exposure so that they were clear in court. I couldn’t have done it without you.

Sam

Dream Team – you show kindness, resourcefulness, and integrity…you stood up for what’s right, even when it wasn’t easy.

Pam

These people care about their clients. They are very knowledgeable and professional. When your loved one endures mesothelioma, they are there to walk you through every step of the legal process. They’re the best!

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Shrader & Associates provides the representation and legal help you need to stand up to big companies and pursue the compensation you deserve.

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  • $120 Million – Commercial Litigation Case

  • $10.7 Million – Wrongful Death

  • $7.5 Million – Toxic Tort

  • $6.8 Million – Mesothelioma Lawsuit for living client

  • $3.5 Million – Wrongful Death

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What to Expect in a Mesothelioma Lawsuit

The first step in filing a mesothelioma lawsuit is to determine if you have a valid claim. We can usually establish the validity of your claim during a free initial case review with an attorney. Once you know you could be eligible to pursue asbestos litigation, your lawyer will advise you on the next steps. Laws vary in each state, but mesothelioma patients generally have between two and three years after the date they are diagnosed to file a claim. Please note that you have a limited amount of time to file your claim. This is called the statute of limitations – you can only bring a clam within a limited time frame.

Next, your legal team will investigate potentially liable parties and sources of compensation. Many bankrupt companies created trust funds to support victims in recovering their damages during asbestos lawsuits. However, if the negligent party is still operating, your lawyer will determine how to best hold them accountable.

You may be able to file an insurance claim before filing a lawsuit. This is through the Asbestos Trust Funds.

Asbestos trust fund claims and mesothelioma lawsuits require you to demonstrate that your illness is a direct result of the liable party’s negligence or wrong doing. In either case, you will benefit from producing as much high-quality evidence as possible to convince the trust fund reviewers or a court of your claim. This material is used to establish the four elements of negligence:

  1. The employer or other liable party owed a duty of care to provide a safe environment to those in their workplace or community.
  2. The at-fault party breached their duty through their actions or failure to act.
  3. As a claimant, you experienced illness or injury directly caused by the defendant’s failure in their duty.
  4. You have damages related to your illness or injury that should be repaid.
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Common Damages You Can Claim in a Mesothelioma Case

Many mesothelioma patients do not receive a diagnosis until their disease is more advanced. Asbestos lawsuits and trust fund settlements recognize the extensive costs to victims of exposure, and payouts can be millions of dollars.

However, every case is unique. We cannot guarantee a specific sum for your claim, but we will dedicate ourselves in bringing the best result. That has been our belief and practice for well over two decades. Our asbestos attorneys will use their background, experience, and skill to ensure you have the best recovery in the shortest amount of time.

In the event your family member dies from their disease, survivors can file a claim on behalf of their estate to recover medical care expenses and funeral costs. Your attorney will help you understand how to proceed with a wrongful death lawsuit against an asbestos trust fund or other negligent party.

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Asbestos Trust Funds

Asbestos companies and other defunct asbestos-related businesses were required to establish asbestos trust funds to continue paying claims to those who developed mesothelioma as a result of their company’s negligence. Since mesothelioma symptoms take years to appear, these funds are used to pay cancer patients who file claims against former employers long after the employee has left the job(s) where they were exposed. Filing trust fund claims is less difficult than going to trial but can be challenging without the guidance of a skilled attorney.

The first step in the claims process is to determine whether the responsible parties in your case have a trust fund and how claims for that fund are filed. You will often need to provide proof of your work history and evidence showing your diagnosis of an eligible illness. Your lawyer will know how to best present your documentation and supporting materials. In other words, we will handle it so you don’t have to.

Filing a claim against an asbestos trust fund is not the same as filing an insurance claim or a personal injury lawsuit. The fund will have specific terms for reviewing claims and determining payment amounts. Once your case is accepted, it will be examined for validity by the trust.

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