A cancer diagnosis can always be devastating. However, when you develop serious cancer simply because of where you worked, that can make things even worse.
Unfortunately, thousands of people each year find out they have a form of cancer known as mesothelioma. There’s only one known cause of this disease – asbestos exposure.
Our Illinois mesothelioma lawyers with Vogelzang Law can help if you or someone close to you has received a mesothelioma diagnosis.
The attorneys with Vogelzang Law will never promise you’ll win a certain amount of money. No reputable law firm will ever make such a guarantee.
What we promise, however, is that every Illinois mesothelioma lawyer on our staff passionately represents our clients. We won’t stop fighting until we’ve exhausted every avenue to support you and get the compensation you deserve.
We’re also incredibly proud of the results we obtain on behalf of our clients. For example, we recently obtained a verdict of more than $7 million for a client who received a mesothelioma diagnosis at the age of 76. The client, a former brick mason, suffered asbestos exposure on the job.
Our client is one of countless people who unknowingly inhaled asbestos fibers while working in various industries.
For decades, numerous companies involved in the mining, manufacturing, and using asbestos-containing products knew the dangers of asbestos exposure.
Despite this knowledge, many of these companies continued to use asbestos in their products and failed to adequately warn workers, consumers, and the general public about the associated health risks.
Research dating back to the early 20th century consistently linked asbestos exposure to severe health conditions, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis.
By the 1920s, medical journals and industry publications were reporting cases of asbestos-related diseases among workers in asbestos mines, factories, and shipyards. However, rather than taking proactive measures to protect workers and consumers, some companies actively concealed or downplayed these health risks to protect their profits and avoid liability.
Internal documents and memos from asbestos manufacturers and industry trade groups reveal a disturbing pattern of knowledge suppression and misinformation.
Companies engaged in tactics such as:
In some cases, companies went to great lengths to discredit and silence whistleblowers, researchers, and medical professionals who spoke out about the hazards of asbestos exposure.
As a result, countless workers and consumers continued to be exposed to asbestos without adequate protection or warning, leading to widespread suffering and loss of life.
We’ll strive to hold asbestos companies accountable and ensure they pay for their actions. Vogelzang Law attorneys have years of experience forcing those who profited from asbestos to pay dearly.
These are just a few of the reasons to choose an Illinois mesothelioma lawyer with Vogelzang Law:
Taking legal action can be an intimidating experience. Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit can be scary if you don’t know what to expect. We want you to always be at ease when working Vogelzang Law, so here’s some brief information on how a mesothelioma lawsuit typically works:
The process begins with a consultation with an Illinois mesothelioma lawyer who evaluates your case’s details. During this consultation, the attorney gathers information about your medical and work histories, the reason you suffered asbestos exposure, and potential legal options.
If the attorney determines you have a viable case, they’ll file a lawsuit against the companies responsible for your asbestos exposure. The lawsuit will outline the details of your illness, the defendant’s negligence, and your damages.
After your attorney files the lawsuit, both parties engage in the discovery phase. They’ll exchange information and gather evidence to support their respective cases during this stage. The discovery phase may involve depositions, interrogatories, document requests, and other discovery methods.
In many cases, settlement negotiations resolve mesothelioma lawsuits before trial. Your attorney will negotiate with the defendant’s legal representatives for a fair settlement.
The case will go to trial if the defendant doesn’t offer a fair settlement cannot. Your attorney will prepare your case, including selecting a jury, gathering evidence, and developing a legal strategy to present your case in court.
An Illinois mesothelioma lawyer with Vogelzang Law is waiting to tell you more about how we can help. Please get your free consultation with our firm as soon as you can at (312) 466-1669.