Mesothelioma is a serious and often fatal cancer caused only by exposure to asbestos fibers. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease your primary concern is to obtain the best medical treatment as possible. Your second concern is to protect your legal rights.

Mesothelioma and asbestos-related diseases do not become evident at the moment of exposure. Typically, there is a latency period of approximately ten to fifty years between initial exposure to asbestos and the development of mesothelioma. For individuals who worked during the 1940’s, 1950’s and 1960’s in shipyards, power plants and in industries that used asbestos in their manufacturing process, symptoms of mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis are just beginning to surface.

Our attorneys have a detailed knowledge of asbestos-contaminated worksites throughout the State of New York, including Rochester Gas & Electric and Kodak Park in Rochester, New York. We have a history of prosecuting cases throughout New York State, including Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Utica, Ithaca, Albany, Binghamton and New York City.

Legal compensation may be available to those who have been diagnosed with asbestos-related diseases. Under New York State law, a third party lawsuit for mesothelioma must be commenced within three years of the date that the plaintiff learns of his or her injury or should, with reasonable due diligence, learn of the injury. It is important to act quickly in order to avoid having your claim disqualified by the statute of limitations. It is even more important to act quickly so that you have a good chance of having your case heard and decided before your death. In addition to third party lawsuits, our attorneys can also assist you in filing potential Bankruptcy claims, Veterans’ Benefit claims and Workers’ Compensation claims.

At Lipsitz & Ponterio, LLC we are committed to our clients and will see your case through completion. We do not refer cases to other law firms, and we have a track record of achieving success for thousands of clients and their families.

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease caused by exposure to asbestos fibers, contact us today for more information regarding your legal rights. All consultations are free and confidential.