Why Finding a Good Mesothelioma Lawyer Matters: Barretts Minerals and Asbestos Trust Funds

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, one of the most important decisions you can make is finding the right lawyer. That may sound simple but when you’re dealing with something as complex and serious as cancer from asbestos exposure, having experienced legal support can make all the difference.

Recently, Barretts Minerals – a company once involved in talc mining – filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which is the start of the process in creating an asbestos trust fund. These funds are accounts pre-filled to compensate victims of asbestos exposure.

Why does this matter? Because they’re facing lawsuits claiming their talc was contaminated with asbestos, which can lead to mesothelioma and other life-threatening illnesses. Lawsuits can lead to verdicts of much higher amounts than payouts from asbestos trust funds.

While the company has stopped operations and sold the talc business, the bankruptcy filing raises some red flags. Some argue it’s a ploy to protect the parent company, Minerals Technologies, from legal and financial responsibility.

This is exactly the kind of situation where people need strong legal representation. These cases aren’t straightforward. There are so many moving parts – pinpointing exactly when and where someone was exposed, meeting legal deadlines, understanding trust fund claims.  In short, it’s a lot, and when large corporations get creative in court to avoid accountability, you don’t want to face that alone.

How Do You Find the Right Mesothelioma Lawyer?

So how do you find the right mesothelioma lawyer to represent your case?

Here are a few things to look for:

• Experience counts. You want someone who’s been in the trenches—who’s handled mesothelioma cases before and has won.
• They should specialize in asbestos litigation. This isn’t the time to go with a generalist. These cases involve very specific legal and medical knowledge.
• Look for transparency. Most mesothelioma lawyers work on a contingency basis, which means they only get paid if you win.
• A national reach can help. If your exposure happened in a different state – or across several – it helps to have a lawyer who can work across state lines.
• Most importantly, choose someone who listens. You’re not just a case. You’re a person affected by cancer and corporate greed. You deserve a lawyer who treats you with compassion and keeps you informed every step of the way.
  

The bottom line is companies like Barretts Minerals may be trying to sidestep responsibility, but that doesn’t eliminate your options. A skilled mesothelioma lawyer can help protect your rights, guide you through the process, and fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.

Contact BCBH Law representatives to schedule a free consultation about your case.