If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma, it’s critical to act quickly and file a mesothelioma lawsuit in WV before your legal rights expire. West Virginia has some of the most favorable asbestos laws in the country, and you may be eligible for significant compensation through a lawsuit, asbestos trust, or wrongful death claim.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to filing your case—and how the Law Offices of Lee W. Davis can help.
Step 1: Identify the Source of Asbestos Exposure
Whether you worked at a power plant in Marshall County, a steel mill in Weirton, or a chemical facility in South Charleston, the first step is identifying where the exposure occurred. This can include:
- Job site records
- Union logs
- Co-worker testimony
- Military service records (for veterans)
You don’t need to remember everything—we’ll reconstruct it for you.
👉 Search Asbestos job Sites in West Virginia
Step 2: Medical Diagnosis Confirmation
A mesothelioma diagnosis is typically confirmed by a biopsy and pathology report. We’ll gather your full medical history, pathology, imaging studies, and any prior worker’s comp or VA filings.
If you’re a surviving spouse or child, we can also pursue a wrongful death claim on behalf of your loved one.
Step 3: Choose the Right Legal Strategy
In West Virginia, you may be eligible for:
- A personal injury lawsuit
- A wrongful death claim
- A bankruptcy trust claim
We’ll determine the fastest and most effective path based on your exposure and diagnosis.
Step 4: File Within the Statute of Limitations
West Virginia law typically gives you 2 years from the date of diagnosis (or date of death) to file. Don’t wait. Even if the employer is gone, we can file claims against successor companies or bankruptcy trusts.
Why Choose Us?
Attorney Lee W. Davis has helped more than 3,000 asbestos victims across West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. He handled original mass litigation in Morgantown, rebuilt hundreds of exposure timelines, and has gone toe-to-toe with the largest asbestos defendants in the country.
📞 Call (412) 781-0525 or use the secure form below to begin your case today.
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FAQs – Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit in West Virginia
Can I still file a lawsuit if the company I worked for is gone?
Yes. Many claims are filed against corporate successors or asbestos trust funds.
Do I need to go to court?
Not always. Many claims settle without a trial. But we prepare every case for court from day one.
What if I was exposed at more than one job site?
That’s common. We’ll identify all viable claims and pursue each one.