Why do I need a New Orleans Asbestos Lawyer?

Over $30 Billion dollars reserved for people injured by asbestos is sitting unclaimed. 

A New Orleans Asbestos Lawyer can help you file your claim.

AsbestosClaims.Law will do all the legwork, and you pay nothing out of pocket. They only get paid once you’re cashing your checks.

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After the truth came out about the health hazards of asbestos, asbestos companies were ordered by courts to place billions of dollars in bank trusts to compensate people injured by asbestos exposure.

There is a mountain of trust money simply waiting to be claimed (40% of what was set aside, in fact), and you could be entitled to a piece of it. 

Every day, thousands of people go about their business without realizing that they are eligible for compensation if they’ve suffered from asbestos-related illnesses and injuries without their knowledge or consent.

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If you may have been exposed to asbestos, speak with your healthcare provider about tests and screening to help detect the presence of asbestos fibers and asbestos-related diseases.

Asbestos-related diseases take decades to appear (sometimes 50 years), so courts wanted to be sure there would be enough money, even many years later. This money is for people exposed to asbestos before the mid 1980s.1

Toxic materials that can’t be easily seen, smelled, or detected may have poisoned you at your place of work, and by default, your family at home. 

If you or a loved one developed an illness after unwittingly working around asbestos, you could be missing out on thousands of dollars in rightfully owed restitution money. AsbestosClaims.law will work tirelessly with you to ensure that you receive a fair share of that money, and from start to finish, all of the complicated paperwork will be out of your hair and in our capable hands.

Asbestos Lawsuits in New Orleans

While asbestos bankruptcy trusts offer an opportunity for asbestos injury compensation without a lawsuit, if you have lung cancer or mesothelioma or another significant health problem associated with asbestos exposure, you may also want to consider filing a legal action to recover for your injuries.

Two broad types of traditional asbestos lawsuits:

  • “Product liability” lawsuit for asbestos damage

A product liability lawsuit is filed against companies that manufactured, sold, or installed asbestos products.  Clarence Borel’s lawsuit was a product liability lawsuit.

  • “Premises liability” lawsuit for asbestos damage

A premises liability asbestos lawsuit is filed against the owner of a property who allowed a person to be exposed to asbestos on their property.

Wrongful Death lawsuits are available for injuries caused by asbestos exposure.

When someone dies because of another’s carelessness, deception or other wrongful act, the deceased person’s family can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the person or entity that caused the death.

Children and spouses of people who died as a result of mesothelioma or other asbestos-related illnesses can seek compensation for injuries including their loss of the family member’s support and companionship.

However, laws known as statutes of limitation can limit the amount of time you have to file your lawsuit after the injury. Contact an asbestos claims attorney to discuss your case and better understand your deadlines to file a lawsuit for an asbestos-related fatality.

Why do you need an asbestos attorney in New Orleans? Here are just a few reasons:

Asbestos in New Orleans Schools 

Asbestos exposure can be an especially serious health risk for young children.Unfortunately, a large number of schools were erected in the 1950s and 1960s, right in the middle of the asbestos construction boom. One would think the dangers posed to children would lead to a concerted effort to remediate those that pose a risk, but unfortunately, many districts lack the funding for renovation.

New Orleans schools are no exception when it comes to asbestos contamination. In some school buildings, the asbestos levels can reach 4 million fibers per centimeter squared, which is far beyond safe levels. It has also been found in water supplies, and there is concern that it could contaminate drinking fountain water. 

Asbestos in the City’s Oil Refineries 

The oil industry played a major role in the development of New Orleans, and by extension, the state of Louisiana. However, refineries are wrought with asbestos. During the ‘50s-‘70s, asbestos was used to insulate oil tanks, vats, and pipelines. 

From gaskets to insulation, asbestos was used throughout refineries. 

Its heat absorption made it seem like the perfect material to safely protect the oil from fires, but, instead, it created a cancer risk for refinery workers.These refineries still pose a significant risk today with both former oil workers and their families fighting asbestos-related illnesses years later.

Most workers were exposed and are eligible for asbestos compensation, even if they only worked around it.

As they say, ‘asbestos doesn’t obey trade rules, and even workers who only worked near asbestos were exposed, breathing in asbestos fibers. The American Lung Association notes that there is a risk that once inhaled, some asbestos fibers will never leave the body.2

Fortunately, even workers who did not work directly with asbestos but were exposed can receive compensation from the $30 Billion in asbestos trust compensation.

Hurricanes and Asbestos Dangers in New Orleans 

When asbestos goes airborne, it becomes hazardous. Friable asbestos is extremely dangerous to breathe in or swallow even in small quantities. This is why well-known New Orleans’ hurricanes Katrina and Ida didn’t just severely damage the city—they also unleashed an asbestos Armageddon. After Hurricane Katrina in 2005, there was a substantial amount of harmful asbestos exposure. This exposure impacted those trapped in the middle of the storm, including first responders, and especially, those sent to clean up the debris. Luckily, a guide was put together in the aftermath for safely rehabilitating destroyed homes. But when Hurricane Ida hit in August of 2021, the EPA once again issued a warning concerning contact with any wreckage, especially debris in older homes. New Orleans has proven it’s prone to these natural disasters and, unfortunately, there could be more to come.

Where is asbestos trust money coming from?

Asbestos compensation was placed in trust by asbestos companies many decades ago. 
By court order, the money can only be used to pay asbestos victims.

Making a claim will not affect your employment or employer.

Years ago, courts ordered billions of dollars to be set aside for illnesses such as mesothelioma and asbestosis. These diseases started to crop up in people who worked around asbestos for long periods of time. While it was considered for years to be a great material for insulation and construction, asbestos had a profound impact on health. 

Nevertheless, many companies continued to use it long after the risks were publicly known, and only stopped when the U.S. government officially banned the material in 1989. Now, despite the ban, many buildings still contain the fibers, and people continue to suffer lingering toxins. 

Worse still, it has been revealed that a large number of companies knew about the health risks of asbestos as early as the 1930s. There is documentation dating back to the ‘30s proving that prolonged asbestos exposure is hazardous, but many businesses kept this information under wraps because use was cheap. Their greed and negligence endangered the lives and well-being of thousands of everyday citizens. 

Asbestos diseases take decades to appear, so the damage from asbestos is ongoing.

Fortunately there is a lot of compensation still available for people injured.

While the effects of asbestos exposure tend to take many years to present, the damage is no less severe. Companies that continued using asbestos after being made aware of the health risks were ordered to pay damages, and those damages are part of the $30 billion dollars held in various asbestos bankruptcy trusts. Companies got greedy, hurt people, and are now paying the price.

Second-hand asbestos exposure

Spouses and children who were exposed to asbestos brought into the house on work clothing can qualify for the $30 Billion in asbestos trust compensation. 

Unfortunately, many workers’ families and other household members were exposed to asbestos as well, as asbestos was brought home daily in neighborhoods across the U.S. on work-clothing. This is often known as secondary or second-hand asbestos exposure (or domestic / household family asbestos exposure).

Those with cancers like lung cancer and mesothelioma, or respiratory problems can receive money for their medical bills and pain and suffering.

1 in 5

In studies of asbestos disease, 1 in 5 cases of asbestos exposure were caused by secondary asbestos exposure.3

AsbestosClaims.Law knows how to get you compensation as quickly as possible. 

But they are also good people who will return your call and listen to your situation.

AsbestosClaims.Law does all the preparation and research, and only gets paid once you do.

Working with an asbestos attorney means making an informed decision to ensure that you receive a fair and substantial compensation package. You will have vigorous advocates willing to guide you every step of the way, and you won’t have to stress about making a costly mistake because the experienced team at AsbestosClaims.law makes money only when you do!

W.A.R.D.: The largest asbestos information database on the planet.

The firm will handle all of the necessary forms and applications, and best of all, you will have direct access to the comprehensive W.A.R.D. asbestos database—one of the largest in the entire country—with information on exposure in workplaces across all 50 states.  If you suffer from health issues such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related lung conditions and cancers, reach out to a professional legal team for help. We will ensure that the negligent actions of employers who only wanted to save a buck don’t go unanswered. You and your family deserve better than that.

How can I file my claim(s) for asbestos trust compensation?

 Although applying for compensation may seem daunting, remember that asbestos attorneys have worked on countless cases in the past and are familiar with the entire claims process. Are you unsure if you were exposed to asbestos? Search our worldwide asbestos research database to find out!  

Claiming compensatory damages is an easy and simple process. While other forms of damages might require a lawsuit, you only need to apply, fill out a form, and submit documentation proving exposure to be entitled to a large cash settlement. You won’t pay a cent until you’ve been rightfully compensated. You can read here for more details.  

Are you unsure about which asbestos bankruptcy trust might be best for you to claim damages from? We can help find the perfect bankruptcy trust for you, or you can search this comprehensive document by the RAND Institute for more details.  

Many individuals are leery about following through with a claim for compensation because they believe they’ll be paying hefty court costs. Rest assured that this is simply not the case. Filing a claim for damages through AsbestosClaiims.law will cost little to no money, depending on the result. 

Asbestos exposure may be impossible to reverse, but it is not too late to find justice and recompense for the harm you suffered. You don’t have to wait until you’re experiencing symptoms. If you believe there’s any chance you or a loved one could have been exposed in the past, the time to hold companies accountable for their negligence is now. Don’t delay; call today.

AsbestosClaims.Law

AsbestosClaims.law is your comprehensive resource for all things asbestos. We hope this information is helpful.

If you have any additional questions or concerns related to asbestos, check out our website and YouTube page for videos, infographics and answers to your questions about asbestos, including health and safety, asbestos testing, removing asbestos from your home and building, and legal information about compensation for asbestos injuries.

If you believe that your home was contaminated with asbestos, or you believe that you were exposed to asbestos, or have been diagnosed with an asbestos illness, you could be entitled to significant compensation—money you could use to cover the costs of asbestos removal services, pay for medical treatment, and preemptively protect your physical well-being. 

All without filing a lawsuit.

If you’d like help with filing a claim, please get in touch by email at (833) 4-ASBESTOS (427-2378) or (206) 455-9190. We’ll listen to your story and explain your options. And we never charge for anything unless you receive money in your pocket.

1 Dixon, Lloyd, Geoffrey McGovern, and Amy Coombe, Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts: An Overview of Trust Structure and Activity with Detailed Reports on the Largest Trusts. Santa Monica, CA: RAND Corporation, 2010.
2 https://www.lung.org/clean-air/at-home/indoor-air-pollutants/asbestos
3 Tompa E, Kalcevich C, McLeod C, Lebeau M, Song C, McLeod K, et al. The economic burden of lung cancer and mesothelioma due to occupational and para-occupational asbestos exposure. Occup Environ Med 2017; 74: 816-22.