Arizona Mesothelioma Lawyers

How To Find and Choose an Arizona Mesothelioma Lawyer

The first step in pursuing an asbestos claim in Arizona is to speak with a mesothelioma lawyer who understands exposure histories and the full impact asbestos has had on Arizonans. Because of extensive use of the toxic mineral, between 2018 and 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 326 new mesothelioma cases in Arizona. 

Working with an experienced asbestos attorney who understands that because of the latency period mesothelioma cases involve asbestos exposure from decades ago, is important. A record of success in settlement negotiations and trial verdicts is also important.

Simmons Hanly Conroy, for example, recovered more than $300 million for Arizona families, and Weitz & Luxenberg helped more than 300 asbestos clients pursue compensation in 2024. Your mesothelioma lawyer can determine the best jurisdiction for your specific case, gather strong evidence for your claims and make things as easy and comfortable for you and your family as possible.

Weitz & Luxenberg

• $8.5 Billion Recovered
• Serves Clients Nationwide
• Rated #1 by U.S. News & World Report for 2022

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Simmons Hanly Conroy

• $8.9 Billion Recovered
• Serves Clients Nationwide
• Rated a Tier 1 Law Firm in 2022 by U.S. News & World Report

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Meirowitz & Wasserberg

• $200 Million Recovered
• Serves Clients Nationwide
• Rated in the Top 10 Asbestos and Mesothelioma Trial Lawyers

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Compensation From Asbestos Filings in Arizona

Mesothelioma compensation varies depending on the circumstances of your asbestos exposure. Settlements typically average between $1 million and $2 million in the U.S. Jury trials are more difficult but potentially result in average compensation of $10 million or more.

Notable Asbestos Settlements and Verdicts in Arizona

• $17.4 million: A mesothelioma settlement involving a medical technologist in Phoenix.
• $17 million: An Arizona federal jury awarded this verdict to a family in 2016. Their loved one died of mesothelioma after exposure to asbestos at a U.S. Navy shipyard.
• $4.5 million: A jury awarded this amount to a machinist in 1998. He worked with asbestos products at Arizona Public Service power plants and later developed mesothelioma.
• $4.3 million: The claimant worked as a truck driver in Prescott, Arizona and received this negotiated settlement amount.
• $4.1 million: A welder and U.S. Army veteran from Winkelman, Arizona received this negotiated settlement amount.
• Asarco Asbestos Trust: Qualifying mesothelioma patients can receive up to $170,000 from this trust.
• W.R. Grace Asbestos Trust: This trust pays 30% of the gross settlement value for mesothelioma claims. 

Many Arizona families have used mesothelioma settlements and verdicts to cover medical expenses, ongoing care and lost wages. Many survivors share with us that they feel relieved being able to use settlements to provide for their loved ones.

How Does an Asbestos Lawyer Handle Your Claim in Arizona?

Asbestos attorneys in Arizona understand the challenges of mesothelioma. They know their clients are in treatment, which can make it hard to travel. Your lawyer will travel to your home for interviews and depositions, free of charge.

Steps to a Mesothelioma Claim

1. Meet and review: An experienced attorney speaks with you in person, whether at home or at a medical care facility. You can discuss your case, ask questions and get reliable guidance.
2. Evaluate the strength of your case: To file a lawsuit in Arizona, you need sufficient evidence of asbestos exposure, your medical diagnosis and the connection to the defendant. 
3. Offer recommendations: Next, your mesothelioma attorney offers professional advice. Some cases have a good chance of settling quickly, and sometimes there are asbestos trust funds you can apply to.
4. File a claim: The law firm takes care of filing your claim and the required documentation. They can also help you follow Arizona’s filing timeline.
5. Handle the discovery process: During discovery, your lawyer looks for additional proof to make your case stronger, such as interviewing witnesses or requesting company records. 
6. Manage your case completely: Arizona legal teams with experience in asbestos lawsuits can handle the claims process, negotiate settlements, and assist you with trust fund claims. 

Your mesothelioma lawyer handles the legal complexities so you can focus on what matters most: your health and time with loved ones. From filing paperwork to negotiating with defendants, they manage every aspect of your case while keeping you informed throughout the process.

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Asbestos Exposure in Arizona

Asbestos mines in Arizona were directly responsible for the asbestos exposure of workers and residents. Mining in the state dates back to 1872. Miners were in direct contact with raw asbestos, presenting significant health risks.

Sites Known for Asbestos Exposure

• Abril Mine in Southern Arizona
• Apache Mine in Gila County
• Cemetery Ridge mine in Yuma County
• Kyle Asbestos Mines in Globe, AZ
• Putman Wash in Mohave County
• Solomon’s Mines in Phoenix

In Phoenix, the W.R. Grace Vermiculite Plant exposed workers to asbestos during processing and waste disposal activities. For nearly 30 years, the facility in Phoenix received contaminated minerals from Libby, Montana.

Salt River Canyon Asbestos Mines

Arizona’s Salt River Canyon mines produced more than 70,000 tons of toxic asbestos from 1913 to the late 1970s. Mines near Gila had particularly high asbestos exposure, and workers breathed in the harmful dust and fibers. Hundreds of miners and laborers developed asbestos-related illnesses as a result.

In Gila County, a development called Mountain View Mobile Home Estates was built near an old asbestos mill Metate Asbestos Corporation owned. EPA cleanup operations involved relocating residents, demolishing and burying homes, as well as covering the ground with clay and fresh soil. Cleanup finished in 1988, but the EPA checks the site every 5 years. 

Asbestos mines weren’t the only sources of exposure. Limestone deposits in Gila and Pinal County were also contaminated with toxic asbestos.

Occupational Asbestos Exposure in Arizona

Arizona’s long history with this toxic mineral exposed many workers in a number of industries to illnesses related to asbestos. Exposure at work is the No. 1 cause of mesothelioma.

Arizona Industries Known for Asbestos Exposure

• Asbestos mining
• Copper milling
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Military operations
• Oil refining
• Power generation
• Teaching
• Vermiculite processing

Many veterans experienced asbestos exposure in the military during the course of their jobs in all branches of service. Arizona is home to a number of military bases where asbestos was used in machinery and construction materials.

How Your Lawyer Supports You in Arizona’s Changing Asbestos Litigation

Legal changes in Arizona make it challenging to file a mesothelioma lawsuit, but asbestos law firms have experience with state challenges and defense tactics. Your attorney can avoid many issues with careful preparation.

Arizona Legislative Changes

• Quiroz v. Alcoa Inc. 2018: Determined business owners aren’t responsible for secondhand asbestos exposure in Arizona that happened before 1970. The Arizona Supreme Court’s ruling effectively prevents survivors from suing negligent employers unless the mesothelioma patient was an employee.
• Senate Bill 1157: Requires any asbestos or mesothelioma lawsuits to include a detailed list of any trust fund payments you’ve received or qualify for. 
• House Bill 2253: Sets strict requirements for filing an asbestos liability claim, including proof of exposure with start and ending dates. Mesothelioma patients also have to name any product manufacturers they plan on suing from the start of the trial.

Your attorney will help you navigate Arizona’s litigation landscape. If you don’t qualify to file in Arizona based on your specific circumstances, your lawyer will evaluate whether another jurisdiction is appropriate based on factors such as where you were exposed, where you lived or where the defendant is located. Asbestos law firms assess all applicable legal avenues to help you pursue fair compensation.