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A Gary mesothelioma lawyer assists victims and families in filing claims for compensation after work-related, military-related, or secondhand exposure to asbestos. From steel mills to manufacturing and construction, Gary has been home to many industries that used asbestos products for years. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact a Gary mesothelioma attorney near you today.
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At Kelley Ferraro, LLC, we have been protecting the rights of those injured through corporate wrongdoing for almost three decades. We have represented over 40,000 clients from all corners of the country and understand how to handle complex mesothelioma cases.
Our firm is equipped with the necessary assets to take on large entities that attempt to conceal their actions through extensive legal representation. In his book “Blindsided,” Partner Jim Ferraro chronicles his firm’s history with high-profile cases and with taking on corporations that cause preventable injuries.
Gary is known to be one of Indiana’s most populated cities for industry. From steel mills to power plants, Gary workplaces have exposed workers to asbestos-filled insulation, pipe covering, boilers, and more. While asbestos use has decreased, workers can still be diagnosed with mesothelioma years after their initial exposure.
If you lived or worked in Gary, you may have been exposed to asbestos. Some workers in Gary include employees who worked along I-90, I-80/94, and those who worked with US Steel Gary Works. In some cases, the family members of workers are diagnosed with mesothelioma due to secondary exposure.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 2,709 new mesothelioma cases in 2023. This was an incident rate of 0.6 per 100,000 people out of a population of 336,806,231.
Symptoms of mesothelioma can vary depending on where in the body the cancer has spread. Common symptoms include:
Simply having mesothelioma does not mean your attorney knows where you were exposed. We can pinpoint your exposure using employment histories, knowledge of specific products, and witness accounts.
Mesothelioma claims are different from typical personal injury claims. Not only does it take years to be diagnosed, but you may have been exposed to asbestos in multiple locations. You can pursue compensation through an asbestos bankruptcy trust, file a claim against companies capable of settling, or file a workers’ compensation claim.
Claims for defective/unreasonably dangerous products are governed by Indiana’s Product Liability Act (Indiana Code § 34-20). In general, asbestos-containing products fall under this Act. Indiana Code § 34-11-2-4 may also impact the statute of limitations in these cases. However, most asbestos cases fall under the discovery rule due to the latency period of asbestos-related illnesses.
When you hire a mesothelioma lawyer, your attorney can do more than file a claim. Part of filing a mesothelioma claim requires an investigation into your work history and medical history. Your Gary mesothelioma attorney can:
While some asbestos companies are still operating, many have filed for bankruptcy. Part of determining where you can file a claim is identifying what trust funds you can file a claim with. It’s crucial to pinpoint the specific products you encountered and the companies that supplied them to your workplace.
Depending on where and how you were exposed to asbestos, you may have the option of having your case heard in Indiana. For those living in Gary, Indiana, the closest civil courthouse would be the Lake County Superior Court – Civil Division located at 2293 North Main Street, Crown Point, IN 46307.
There is no average settlement amount. Every mesothelioma claim is unique and depends on numerous factors like the level of exposure to asbestos, medical bills, lost wages, and companies at fault. Some cases are settled through asbestos trust funds, and others are settled through litigation. A lawyer may be able to assess how much you may be entitled to based on the facts of your case.
Indiana has never passed a statewide ban on asbestos. Rather than a full ban, federal directives have curbed its application by prohibiting or restricting many asbestos products and mandating strict handling and removal procedures. While asbestos is not commonly used today, it can still be found in older homes, commercial buildings, factories, and industrial facilities in Indiana.
The 3-5-7 rule refers to an Environmental Protection Agency recommendation regarding asbestos inspections, stating that three samples should be taken from homogeneous, suspected asbestos-containing material (ACM) when the area of suspicion is small, five samples when the area is medium-sized, and seven samples when the area is large. Sampling like this helps increase the likelihood that lab testing is going to be accurate and representative of the material.
Yes. If someone passes away due to mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure, certain surviving family members may be able to file a wrongful death claim. These legal claims seek monetary damages to compensate family members for funeral costs, loss of financial support, and other losses permitted by law. Deadlines to file vary by state, so it’s important to move forward in a timely manner.
If you or someone you love has received a mesothelioma diagnosis, Kelley Ferraro, LLC, can help you advocate for your future and hold the responsible party accountable. Contact us today for more information.
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