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Asbestos was widely used throughout the US for many years until the health risks became apparent. Asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma, an aggressive and terminal cancer that can take decades to cause noticeable symptoms. If you or a family member is diagnosed with this disease, an experienced Oregon mesothelioma lawyer can help you understand your legal options and pursue compensation for this life-changing diagnosis.
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The attorneys at Kelley Ferraro, LLC have successfully represented more than 40,000 clients nationwide in asbestos exposure and mesothelioma cases, and there is strength in numbers. Our record includes more than $1 billion in compensation in these challenging cases that many other firms do not accept. We understand the inherent complexities of most mesothelioma cases, and we are confident we can help you reach a favorable outcome in your case.
One of the most challenging aspects of a mesothelioma case in Oregon is accurately determining the cause of this diagnosis. You may have been exposed to asbestos while working as a plumber, electrician, or automotive worker, or you may have been exposed simply from spending time in an older building that contained asbestos. Power plants, shipyards, and factories are just a few examples of historically high-risk buildings throughout the US.
Our firm will carefully review your employment history and other records to narrow down a list of the most likely places where you were exposed. After we have pinpointed the source, this will determine your legal options, and you can trust our firm to represent you through every stage of the difficult proceedings that are likely to follow your mesothelioma diagnosis in Oregon.
There are only about 3,000 new mesothelioma diagnoses in the US each year, and asbestos use has declined significantly nationwide since the health risks of exposure became known. However, new cases consistently appear because of exposure that happened many years ago. It usually takes decades for the first mesothelioma symptoms to appear, and by this time, the disease will have likely reached an advanced stage.
The most common type of mesothelioma is pleural mesothelioma, which forms in the lungs after asbestos fibers are inhaled. These fibers are very light and can remain suspended in the air for long periods if asbestos-containing materials like insulation are damaged or disturbed. They can then be inhaled and gradually develop into mesothelioma in the lungs.
Other forms include peritoneal mesothelioma, which forms in the abdomen, or pericardial mesothelioma, which forms around the heart. In most cases, it takes many years for the first symptoms of mesothelioma to appear, and by this time, the disease has usually reached an advanced stage. Time is a crucial factor in any mesothelioma case, and it may take longer than you expect to accurately determine the most likely source of your condition.
After your Oregon mesothelioma lawyer determines the cause of your diagnosis, this will dictate your legal options. Kelley Ferraro, LLC has the experience and resources necessary to help you pursue compensation through various channels:
Many Oregon employers carry workers’ compensation insurance to protect employees who suffer injuries on the job or develop occupational illnesses. If you were exposed to asbestos at your current job and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may qualify to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits through your employer. However, the recovery available is relatively limited through this channel.
A successful workers’ compensation claim can provide medical expense coverage and ongoing disability benefits while you are unable to work following your injury or illness. However, many mesothelioma diagnoses occur later in life, often after retirement. If you were exposed during your time at work many years ago, your former employer may no longer be operating.
The workers’ compensation claim-filing process may appear straightforward at first, but the reality is that you could encounter problems with your employer or their insurance company. Since mesothelioma typically takes a very long time to cause noticeable symptoms, they may attempt to claim you must have been exposed many years ago, and someone else is responsible. Your attorney can help you resolve any such disputes that arise in your case.
Many companies that formerly manufactured asbestos products were required to establish mesothelioma trust funds to compensate those harmed by their products. Your Oregon mesothelioma attorney might discover that such a company is responsible for your diagnosis and, if so, you would be eligible to file a claim with their trust fund.
There are dozens of these trust funds still operating throughout the US, and there are still billions in compensation available to qualified claimants. These trust funds typically pay out claims in percentages of the total fund in an effort to preserve funds for future claimants. You may wish to submit an expedited claim that may yield a smaller payout more quickly, or an individual claim that will take longer but may provide greater compensation.
When a specific party’s negligence, misconduct, or regulatory noncompliance directly resulted in the asbestos exposure that caused your mesothelioma diagnosis, you likely have grounds to file a personal injury case against them. Kelley Ferraro, LLC has helped clients in Oregon and across the US with personal injury claims against property owners, employers, product manufacturers, and many other defendants, and we can guide you through your case with confidence.
Success with any personal injury claim in Oregon requires proof that the defendant is directly responsible for your claimed damages. Your Oregon mesothelioma attorney can gather the evidence needed to prove liability and then calculate the total damages you are eligible to claim. Plaintiffs in many of these cases are eligible to claim compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
If you have recently lost a family member to mesothelioma, you could instead have grounds to file a wrongful death claim against the party responsible for their asbestos exposure. The attorneys at Kelley Ferraro, LLC have successfully handled many of these cases for clients nationwide, and we’re confident we can help you reach a favorable outcome in your case. We can also provide wrongful death counsel after a family member’s death from mesothelioma.
Ultimately, any mesothelioma case is inherently challenging in several ways. Many attorneys do not accept these cases because of the volume of work they require, but the team at Kelley Ferraro, LLC has been successfully representing clients in mesothelioma cases nationwide for decades. Reach out to our firm at your first opportunity to learn how an Oregon mesothelioma lawyer can help with your case.
Any amount of asbestos exposure is potentially enough to cause mesothelioma, but being exposed to asbestos does not guarantee that you will develop it. There is no level of exposure that is considered safe, and the risk of developing mesothelioma increases with repeated exposures. Anyone who has a genetic predisposition to cancer is more likely to develop mesothelioma after asbestos exposure.
No, mesothelioma is an incurable cancer. Treatments are available that can slow its progression and mitigate symptoms, but mesothelioma is considered a terminal diagnosis. For pleural mesothelioma, the most common type, the average five-year relative survival rate for all stages is just 15%.
The value of a mesothelioma case in Oregon varies based on several factors. You may have grounds to claim compensation for all medical expenses related to your diagnosis and for any income you have been unable to earn because of it. Additionally, a personal injury plaintiff may recover compensation for their pain and suffering. Your attorney can estimate the full potential value of your case.
You should hire a mesothelioma lawyer because these are inherently complex cases in several ways. You need an attorney who has proven experience representing clients in these cases to have a better chance of not only succeeding with your legal efforts, but also of securing appropriate compensation for your mesothelioma diagnosis. Your attorney can help you pursue accountability efficiently, ideally reducing how long you must wait for compensation.
The cost to hire a mesothelioma lawyer in Oregon depends on the lawyer you choose. If you hire Kelley Ferraro, LLC to handle your mesothelioma case, then we will only charge a fee if we recover compensation for you. Under our contingency fee policy for mesothelioma cases, there is no upfront cost to hire our firm and no cost to you at all if we are unable to obtain compensation for any reason.
The attorneys at Kelley Ferraro, LLC have an extensive record that proves our skill in handling difficult mesothelioma cases. Whether you are pursuing accountability for your own diagnosis or acting on behalf of a family member, we can help. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation with an Oregon mesothelioma lawyer and learn how we can assist with your case.
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