Boston Mesothelioma Lawyer

Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure in Boston, MA

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.

Decades of irritation from asbestos fibers cause cells to mutate and become cancerous. It can take roughly 20-50 years for symptoms of mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases like lung cancer to appear after initial exposure to asbestos.

Since initial symptoms are similar to those of common illnesses, mesothelioma is often not diagnosed until it has advanced.

Initial 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.

We have nurses on staff that work with our Boston asbestos lawyers to help you understand your diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment options.

Call (800) 647-3434 now to learn more. It costs nothing to speak with a member of our team.

Known Asbestos Sites in Boston

There are over 3,000 known asbestos sites throughout Massachusetts, with over 600 located in Boston.

Known asbestos sites in Boston include:

• 1st National Bank
• AT&T Co.
• Back Bay Towers
• Boston Edison Company
• General Electric Company
• Logan International Airport
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Prudential Tower
• Stone & Webster

These are just a few workplaces throughout Boston where asbestos has been found. Please note: Some of these sites previously contained asbestos and may have since removed it from their buildings.

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 Boston can help determine if you may have been at risk of exposure at any of these sites.

At-Risk Boston 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 working high-risk jobs may have also been exposed to asbestos through secondhand exposure. Someone who works with or around asbestos fibers can unknowingly bring the fibers home on their clothing or hair, which may put the whole household at risk.

If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma, our asbestos lawyers in Boston may be able to help. Contact us today to learn more.

How a Boston Mesothelioma Lawyer Can Help You

If you have a case, our Boston 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.

As part of this process, your legal team can seek compensation from all of the avenues available to you, which may include:

• Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit for a settlement or verdict
• Pursuing money from asbestos trust funds
• Submitting a VA claim for benefits

Laws called the statute of limitations limit the time you have to file a mesothelioma claim — if the deadline passes, you won’t have the opportunity to file a claim again. We can work with you to ensure your paperwork is filed correctly and on time.

Working with Boston mesothelioma lawyers can also help maximize your compensation. We have a track record of success against big corporations that may have been responsible for your asbestos exposure.

Our Past Mesothelioma Settlements in Massachusetts

We have recovered over $4.9 Billion for clients across the country and millions of dollars in compensation for our clients in Massachusetts. Our Boston mesothelioma attorneys will work hard to ensure you get the money you deserve.

Some of our past mesothelioma settlements in Massachusetts include: 

• Over $5.3 Million for a client who was exposed to asbestos secondhand
• $1.3 Million for a boilermaker and union member who was diagnosed with mesothelioma
• $2.4 Million for a patient who did home remodeling and worked with clutches and brakes

It is important to remember that every mesothelioma settlement amount will vary based on the specific details of each case. That said, a Boston mesothelioma lawyer at Sokolove Law can fight for the most compensation possible on your behalf.

Get Help from Our Boston Mesothelioma Law Firm

Over 40 years ago, Sokolove Law was founded by Jim Sokolove in Boston, Massachusetts. Jim’s mission was to help people from all walks of life access the justice and compensation they deserve, and we continue to honor that mission to this day.

Our mesothelioma lawyers in Boston have the resources and skills to help you seek compensation for your injuries. 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.

We have a long history of holding asbestos-related companies accountable for the harm they've caused, securing more than $4.9 Billion for families affected by mesothelioma.

Find out if you have a case for free by calling (800) 647-3434 or filling out our contact form today.