Delaware Mesothelioma Lawyer
Mesothelioma has impacted individuals and families across Delaware who were exposed to asbestos. Many are now facing the emotional strain and financial burden of this diagnosis. Pursuing legal action can provide answers and much-needed support. Contact The Lanier Law Firm to discuss your legal rights and options.
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- Darron E. Berquist
- Page Last Updated:
- December 11, 2025
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Why Hire a Delaware Mesothelioma Lawyer From the Lanier Law Firm?
Hiring one of our award-winning asbestos and mesothelioma lawyers in Delaware means working a legal team that’s nationally recognized for their devoted, passionate representation of mesothelioma victims. Here are just a few reasons why the Lanier Law Firm is the best choice for your mesothelioma claim in Delaware.
We Secure Compensation for Our Delaware Mesothelioma Clients
Our mesothelioma law firm has a long history of achieving outstanding results and securing the justice and compensation for mesothelioma that our clients deserve. We have obtained multiple multi-million dollar verdicts against major pharmaceutical companies, including a $4.69 billion win in a trial linking baby powder and asbestos to ovarian cancer.
Our trusted team has a strong track record of successfully handling and winning asbestos-related claims. Our significant wins include $1.45 million for a Navy veteran diagnosed with mesothelioma after serving in Delaware as a damage control man.
We Provide the Highest Standards of Legal Care so You Can Focus on Your Health
We focus on providing excellent representation and individualized attention to our clients. We can handle all the details of your case while you focus on your illness and spending time with your family.
We Have the Necessary Expertise in Mesothelioma and Asbestos Litigation
Our talented Delaware mesothelioma lawyers have in-depth knowledge of asbestos exposure in the state and know how to identify all liable parties to secure the compensation you deserve. We know how to navigate state and local laws related to asbestos and mesothelioma in Delaware and we are passionate advocates for the legal rights of mesothelioma victims and their families.
We know what makes a great mesothelioma lawyer, and we’ve got what it takes.
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Mark Lanier:
If you want to know who’s a great mesothelioma lawyer, you want to try and get the total package. You want to step into a law firm that’s got mesothelioma lawyers that, first of all, have the fierce dedication to look out for your interests, not to sign you up and send you to other lawyers.
You want someone that’s personally going to be involved, personally going to work with you, someone you can call on the phone and actually speak to them, knowing they know about your case.
So that personal involvement is one leg of the stool that’s gonna make for a great mesothelioma lawyer.
Second leg is experience. There are a lot of mesothelioma lawyers that may be really good at running an ad on TV or putting together this, that, or the other to sell themselves to potential clients, but you want one that’s got actual experience that’s going to leave no stone unturned.
Because here’s the key, your recovery in a mesothelioma case depends entirely upon which defendants produced a product that caused or contributed to your disease. And if there are 10 defendants, you may have 10 sources of money.
If there are 10 defendants, but your lawyer is only careful enough to get to 3 of them or only has enough experience to recognize 5 of them, you could be leaving a substantial amount of money on the table.
So leg number 1 on the stool is personal involvement, personal attention. Leg number 2 is experience. Leg number 3 is trial skill.
You want a lawyer that will try your case and get an incredibly just verdict for you, and this becomes extremely important because defendants will always try to pay you as soon as they’re afraid of what you might do to them in court.
And so you want that firm, you want that lawyer with that trial pedigree that shows a fierce willingness to go to court and to extract justice, but you get those three legs on the stool and you’ve got a good mesothelioma lawyer.
Call 800-723-3216 today to discuss your Delaware mesothelioma claim and secure the compensation you deserve. Free consultations available.
Client Testimonials
Every mesothelioma case we handle is personal to us. With a proven track record of success nationwide, our dedicated team has the experience and resources to fight for you after a mesothelioma diagnosis. But don’t just take our word for it—hear from our clients.
“I lost my husband to Mesothelioma. The Lanier Law Firm was there for me from the moment my husband passed. Their kindness and support during this difficult time of my life helped me to deal with all the issues going on in my life. They were my only friends, and I am glad they were they to support me.”
Debra Doyle
“I have worked with The Lanier law firm for 14 years with my aunt’s asbestos case. They have truly been AWESOME each and every time we corresponded, whether by email, phone or text. I highly recommend them and could not be more pleased! Do not hesitate to call them and begin working with them!”
Michael Simmons
“The Lanier Law firm has been such a blessing for our family. My mother passed away from mesothelioma. The settlement my father received allowed him to live comfortably until he passed away at 95. The Lanier Law Firm was very professional and always answered our questions promptly. I am very grateful for all of their guidance. I would recommend using their services if one of your loved ones is in this same situation”
Nancy Katkowski
What Are the Asbestos and Mesothelioma Compensation Options in Delaware?
Those diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos exposure-related illness in Delaware have multiple options for pursuing compensation, including mesothelioma lawsuits, asbestos trust fund claims, and VA claims.
Delaware Mesothelioma Lawsuits
Victims or their families can file a mesothelioma lawsuit against those responsible for their asbestos exposure and seek economic and non-economic damages for personal injury or wrongful death.
Asbestos Trust Funds Claims in Delaware
Victims of asbestos exposure in Delaware might also be eligible to file a claim with one or more asbestos trust funds. Many manufacturers of asbestos products have filed for bankruptcy protection to shield themselves from mounting liability to asbestos-exposure victims. The court required these bankrupt companies to establish these funds to compensate the victims.
VA Claims for Delaware Veterans Exposed to Asbestos
Military veterans exposed to asbestos during their service can pursue a claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs to receive monthly compensation and medical care benefits.
How Long Do You Have To File an Asbestos and Mesothelioma Claim in Delaware?
Delaware’s statute of limitations for filing a mesothelioma personal injury lawsuit is two years after a diagnosis. For wrongful death suits, claims must be filed within two years of the asbestos exposure victim’s death.
Our knowledgeable Delaware mesothelioma attorneys can help you prepare and file a timely claim, securing you the compensation and peace of mind you deserve.
Don’t Know Where You Were Exposed? Known Delaware Asbestos Exposure Sites
Companies and locations known to have been sources of asbestos exposure in Delaware include the following:
- Allied Chemical
- Atlas Powder Company
- Avisun Corporation
- Delaware Hospital
- Delaware Power & Light
- Delmarva Power & Light
- Diamond Shamrock
- Dupont
- General Chemical
- General Foods Plant
- General Motors
- Getty Oil
- Graver Tank & Manufacturing Company
- ICI – Atlas Point Chemical Plant
- Pennsylvania Railroad
- Phoenix Steel
- Scott Paper Company
- Stauffer Chemical
- Sun Oil
- Tidewater Associated Oil Company
- Tidewater Oil Refinery
- University of Delaware
- Veterans Administration Hospital
- Wilmington Manor Gardens
- Wilmington Medical Center
General Foods and Scott Paper Company were located in Kent County. All the rest were or are located in New Castle County. The Pennsylvania Railroad stretched through the entire state.
E. I. DuPont de Nemours and Company
A Newport, Delaware, pigment plant formerly owned by chemical giant DuPont caused nearby groundwater and soil to be heavily contaminated. Workers dumped industrial waste containing heavy metals and asbestos into landfills at the site. The EPA selected the site for its Superfund Redevelopment Program in 1990 and finished its cleanup in 2002, though monitoring is still ongoing.
Because of its heat resistance, asbestos was heavily used in equipment and production lines at the plant. Therefore, workers were likely exposed to asbestos while working at the facility.
Dover Air Force Base
Since 1989, the Dover Air Force Base has been listed on the EPA’s Superfund National Priorities List for heavily contaminated groundwater, soil, and neighboring streams, including asbestos materials. Cleanup efforts continue to this day.
Meanwhile, the U.S. Air Force used asbestos extensively at its bases in housing structures, dining areas, and work facilities. Asbestos was also commonly used to fireproof brakes and other mechanical components. Thus, anyone who worked or served at Dover Air Force Base was likely exposed to the material.
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What Occupations Are at Risk for Asbestos Exposure in Delaware?
Jobs in manufacturing, industrial, or military fields are often at the highest risk for asbestos exposure. High-risk asbestos exposure occupations in Delaware include the following:
Delaware Chemical Plant Workers
Delaware is home to many chemical plants, including those owned by DuPont, Allied Chemical, and General Chemical. Asbestos was widely used in chemical production because of its heat-resistant properties, exposing employees who worked with or near items like furnaces and turbines.
Power Plant Workers in Delaware
Facilities like the Yankee Nuclear Power Plant and Central Maine Power Plant used asbestos-containing materials in turbines, generators, and other equipment that generated heat. Employees who worked on such equipment may have inhaled asbestos fibers dislodged during installation or maintenance.
Manufacturing Workers in Delaware
Phoenix Steel, Ludlow Mills, Graver Tank, and others operated plants in the First State that exposed workers to asbestos. Boiler components and other materials, such as insulation, released asbestos fibers into the workplace.
Delaware Construction Workers
Asbestos products were heavily used in construction projects throughout the state. Common construction components like floor tiles and cement release asbestos fibers when ground, cut, or sanded.
If you are a construction worker diagnosed with mesothelioma, our Asbestos Senior Litigation Counsel, Sam E. Taylor, explains how you could have been exposed to asbestos in construction.
Oil Workers in Delaware
Sun Oil, Getty Oil, and others operated refineries in Delaware that used asbestos-containing materials. Oil workers who installed, maintained, repaired, or worked near equipment designed to withstand high temperatures might have been at the highest risk of exposure.
Delaware Military Staff
Though the project began in 1989, Dover Air Force Base is still undergoing cleanup efforts related to asbestos exposure on the site. Asbestos was commonly used in many military capacities, including fireproofing materials, and anyone living or on the base could have been exposed.
Contact Our Talented Delaware Mesothelioma Attorneys
Navigating a mesothelioma diagnosis can be difficult, confusing, and frightening for both you and your family. We can help you identify where you were exposed and hold all liable parties accountable. Let our compassionate Delaware mesothelioma lawyers help you recover the financial security you need. Contact us online today for a free case evaluation.
Darron E. Berquist specializes in asbestos exposure and product liability. He was part of the team that secured a $4.69 billion jury verdict in Ingham v. Johnson & Johnson, linking asbestos in talcum powder to ovarian cancer. Recognized by Best Lawyers for Mass Tort and Product Liability Litigation (2024-2025).
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