Asbestos Wrongful Death Lawsuit

If you lost a family member to lung cancer or mesothelioma, you may be eligible to pursue financial compensation and get closure with an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit. Many wrongful death suits for asbestos exposure pay out $1 million or more. You can quickly file a lawsuit by working with our legal partners. Get started below.

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Written and Fact-Checked by: Lung Cancer Group

Last updated: November 4, 2024

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Who Is Eligible?
Notable Payouts
Factors Affecting Payouts
How to File a Claim

What Are Lung Cancer & Mesothelioma Wrongful Death Lawsuits?

An asbestos wrongful death lawsuit is a legal claim you can file if a loved one dies from lung cancer, mesothelioma, or other asbestos-related diseases.

These lung cancer lawsuits are filed against companies that made and sold asbestos-containing products while hiding the health risks.

Key Facts About Wrongful Death Suits for Asbestos Exposure

Mesothelioma wrongful death lawsuits award over $1 million on average.
Our attorneys can often secure the first legal payouts in 90 days or less.
Our partner law firm has recovered over $10.1 billion for patients with asbestos-related diseases and their families.
Through a wrongful death lawsuit, you can seek justice for the loss of your loved one.

Our legal partners are ready to help you file an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit right now. Get started with a free case review.

Who Is Eligible to File an Asbestos Claim After the Death of a Loved One?

Many people are eligible to file an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit, including family members and estate representatives.

You may be able to file a wrongful death suit if a loved one dies from lung cancer, mesothelioma, asbestosis, or another asbestos-related illness.

However, you need to act quickly because there is a limited time to file.

Statute of Limitations on Asbestos Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Each state has laws called statutes of limitations that set time limits on how long you have to file a lawsuit.

Did You Know?

The statute of limitations for asbestos wrongful death lawsuits ranges from 1 to 6 years, depending on the state. Most states’ statutes are between 2 and 3 years.

Our partners can ensure your ‌legal claim is filed before the deadline in your case.

Notable Asbestos Wrongful Death Lawsuit Payouts

Asbestos wrongful death lawsuits often can award significant compensation. Many past cases have paid out $1 million or more.

Notable wrongful death payouts our legal partners have secured include:

$4 million for a California teacher’s family
$1.9 million to a Florida U.S. Navy veteran’s family
$2.69 million for a California shipyard worker’s family
$1.57 million to a Texas mechanic’s family
$1.56 million to a Pennsylvania U.S. Army veteran’s family
$3.3 million to an Ohio U.S. Marine Corps veteran’s family
$3.47 million for a Tennessee U.S. Navy veteran’s family
$3.75 million for a Pennsylvania laborer’s family

Our partner mesothelioma and lung cancer attorneys will do all they can to get the highest payouts possible in your case.

“We won five lawsuits. We gave all that money to our kids, paid all their debts off, paid our house off, and made our life a little easier because we had no financial worries. We still don’t have any financial worries because of it. They don’t either.”
— Art, U.S. veteran with mesothelioma

Steps to File Asbestos Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Asbestos wrongful death lawsuits follow the same general steps. Skilled lung cancer and asbestos attorneys will guide you through the legal process, making it much easier.

Learn more about the steps to file a wrongful death suit for asbestos exposure below.

1. Connect With an Asbestos Lawyer

First, contact an attorney who can determine if you qualify to file an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit.

Our legal partners offer a free case review to determine your eligibility. There are no upfront fees to file a wrongful death lawsuit with our partner lawyers.

2. Build an Asbestos Wrongful Death Lawsuit

A lung cancer or mesothelioma lawyer can gather evidence to build a strong wrongful death claim for you.

Evidence will help prove:

Asbestos exposure history: Work history and testimonies by family members and co-workers can show how the asbestos victim was exposed.
Diagnosis: Medical records will show that the deceased had been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness such as mesothelioma or lung cancer.
Impact of the patient’s death: Personal testimonies, bank statements, and medical expenses can illustrate how the victim’s death has harmed your family.

Lawyers at top lung cancer and mesothelioma law firms will use this information to fight for the highest legal payouts possible.

3. File a Lung Cancer or Mesothelioma Wrongful Death Claim

Once the asbestos wrongful death lawsuit is built, your lawyers will then file it against the at-fault manufacturers. You won’t have to file the lawsuit, saving you and your family time and hassle.

Top lung cancer and mesothelioma attorneys will ensure the lawsuit is filed within the statutes of limitations and in the best court system for your case.

4. Receive Compensation

After the lawsuit is filed, your attorneys will work to negotiate a strong financial payout.

Almost all lawsuits award compensation through out-of-court settlements. A lung cancer settlement allows the case to be resolved quickly. If a settlement isn’t reached, your lawyers will fight to get the highest payout through a ‌trial verdict.

Get a free case review for help filing an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit right now.

Factors Affecting Asbestos Wrongful Death Lawsuit Payouts

How much compensation will be awarded in an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit depends on factors like which illness led to the death.

Notable factors include:

Which type of illness led to the death
The asbestos products a victim was exposed to
Which manufacturers made the products in question
Financial expenses, including medical and funeral costs

An attorney can give you a better idea about which types of damages and other factors may affect your lung cancer or mesothelioma lawsuit.

Get Help Filing Asbestos Claims After Death

Losing a loved one to lung cancer, mesothelioma, or another asbestos-related disease is devastating.

Work with Lung Cancer Group to get help filing a lung cancer or mesothelioma wrongful death lawsuit and accessing support.

Our partner attorneys can:

Help you understand all your legal options
Build and file an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit for you
Negotiate payouts with manufacturers
Seek justice for your loved one’s death

Call (877) 446-5767 now to get a free case review and to start pursuing an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit.

Wrongful Death Suit for Asbestos Exposure FAQs

Can I claim compensation for asbestos exposure?

Yes, you can file a wrongful death lawsuit if a loved one got sick from asbestos exposure and died as a result.

You may also qualify to file a personal injury lawsuit for an asbestos-related disease like mesothelioma or lung cancer.

Can I continue an asbestos lawsuit if my loved one dies?

Yes. If a loved one filed a personal injury asbestos lawsuit but died before it was resolved, you can continue it as a wrongful death claim.

The lawyers that your family member was working with before their death can help with this process.

How much is the compensation for wrongful death of mesothelioma?

The average settlement for a wrongful death mesothelioma lawsuit is $1 million on average, but some families have secured more.

For example, the family of a Pennsylvania laborer received $3.75 million through a lawsuit after he passed away from mesothelioma.

Get a free case review to determine how much you could receive from an asbestos wrongful death lawsuit.

How long does an asbestos claim take?

Each asbestos wrongful death case is different, so the time it takes to get compensation can vary. However, those who work with our legal partners often start to get compensation in 90 days or less.

What is the average payout for asbestos claims?

The average payout for asbestos claims, including wrongful death cases, is $1 million.

Various factors, such as which disease you have, when and where your lung cancer or mesothelioma case was filed, and available evidence, can all impact your asbestos wrongful death claim’s value.

Pursue compensation now with our team’s help: Call (877) 446-5767 to get started.