Cleveland Mesothelioma Lawyer and Asbestos Attorney
If you’re dealing with a devastating mesothelioma diagnosis, you’re not alone. Thousands of industrial workers in Cleveland and throughout Cuyahoga County were exposed to asbestos for decades, with companies putting families like yours in harm’s way.
At The Lanier Law Firm, we’re dedicated to pursuing justice for asbestos exposure victims and their families. Our Cleveland mesothelioma lawyers can help you build a strong case, pursue justice, and secure the compensation you deserve.
- Legally Reviewed By:
- Darron E. Berquist
- Page Last Updated:
- November 4, 2026
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- How Were You Exposed to Asbestos in Cleveland, OH?
- Getting Justice: Our Past Cleveland and Ohio Asbestos Case Results
- How Can You Pursue Compensation for Mesothelioma in Cleveland?
- What Does Ohio Require You to Prove in an Asbestos Case?
- How Long Do You Have to File an Asbestos Claim in Cleveland, Ohio?
- Why Hire Our Talented Cleveland Mesothelioma Lawyers?
- Talk With The Lanier Law Firm About Your Cleveland Mesothelioma Case
- Questions Cleveland Families Ask Us About Mesothelioma Claims
How Were You Exposed to Asbestos in Cleveland, OH?
The most common sites of asbestos exposure throughout Cuyahoga County were steel mills, auto plants, foundries, factories, and other industrial sites. Workers who worked around asbestos-containing materials and equipment were at risk of regular exposure to its deadly airborne fibers.
Cleveland-area companies linked to asbestos exposure include the following and more:
- American Steel & Wire
- Cleveland Electric Illuminating
- Cleveland Pneumatic Tool
- Fisher Body
- Ford Motor Company
- General Electric
- LTV Steel
- Otis Steel
- Republic Steel
- White Motor Company
Cleveland Occupations With the Highest Asbestos Exposure Risks
Workers at risk for asbestos exposure in Cleveland include those in the following occupations:
- Automotive mechanics
- Repair and maintenance workers
- Millwrights
- Welders
- Boilermakers
- Insulators
- Pipefitters
- Construction and demolition workers
Asbestos in Older Buildings in Cleveland
Asbestos was widely used in construction materials for much of the 20th century. Thus, those renovating or demolishing older buildings may still be at risk of exposure to asbestos-containing materials today. The Cleveland Division of Air Quality Enforcement regulates local demolition projects to ensure proper asbestos disposal. However, despite such regulation, exposure to the toxic material still happens on construction sites.
A building at the former Ohio National Acme industrial site in Cleveland contained significant amounts of friable asbestos. Improper demolition practices left the asbestos open to the environment, putting nearby residents at risk. The EPA removed hundreds of tons of asbestos-containing materials from the site during cleanup efforts in 2013.
Need help with your asbestos claim? Call us today at 800-723-3216 for a free consultation.
Getting Justice: Our Past Cleveland and Ohio Asbestos Case Results
The Lanier Law Firm is nationally recognized for our significant settlements and verdicts on behalf of asbestos exposure victims. Our notable mesothelioma case results for Ohio clients include:
How Can You Pursue Compensation for Mesothelioma in Cleveland?
You can pursue more than one claim for compensation based on the same mesothelioma diagnosis. Our experienced attorneys can help you pursue all available sources of compensation simultaneously.
Some of the options potentially available to you include:
- Suing an asbestos company
- Making a claim with a trust fund for a bankrupt asbestos company
- Receiving veterans’ benefits for mesothelioma from the VA
- Getting workers’ compensation benefits for asbestos exposure
Does Ohio Limit What a Mesothelioma Claim Can Recover?
In a mesothelioma claim, there is no legal limit on the amount of economic damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, and other financial losses, that you can recover. On the other hand, Ohio law caps non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, at $250,000 or three times the economic damages, whichever is greater. However, that cap has an exception for permanent physical injuries, which applies to mesothelioma claims.
Our Cleveland mesothelioma lawyers can determine the full amount of damages available for your claim.
Can a Family Still File After a Mesothelioma Death in Ohio?
Yes, if a mesothelioma patient dies from the disease, their family may be entitled to recover compensation through a wrongful death claim. Under Ohio Rev. Code 2125.02, the personal representative of the estate has two years from the death to file a wrongful death claim.
Damages recoverable in a mesothelioma wrongful death claim include:
- Funeral and burial costs
- Lost financial support
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of inheritance
- Grief and mental anguish
What Does Ohio Require You to Prove in an Asbestos Case?
If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma, Ohio law presumes you were exposed to asbestos (Ohio Rev. Code 2307.92). However, there are additional legal requirements for filing asbestos-related claims in three other situations:
- Non-malignant conditions, such as asbestosis
- Lung cancer, if you have a history of smoking
- Wrongful death
Each of these claims requires evidence showing that you were exposed to asbestos and that your condition was most likely caused by asbestos exposure. Our team can help you meet these medical screening requirements by investigating your employment history and working with medical experts to connect your condition to your exposure.
How Long Do You Have to File an Asbestos Claim in Cleveland, Ohio?
The statute of limitations for mesothelioma claims in Ohio is two years from the date you were diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease (Ohio Rev. Code 2305.10) Regardless of when you were exposed to asbestos, your deadline for filing is based on when you learn you have a condition related to your exposure.
Getting started on your claim as soon as possible after a diagnosis will give you the best chance of recovering the full compensation your family deserves.
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- Nationally recognized mesothelioma lawyers with a reputation for fighting and winning
- Billions secured for asbestos exposure victims like you
- Free consultations and no upfront fees
Why Hire Our Talented Cleveland Mesothelioma Lawyers?
Since 1990, our award-winning asbestos attorneys have strived to provide top-quality Legal Care to clients like you. That means serious and sound representation backed by compassion, professionalism, individualized service, and over 35 years of trial experience. Today, our firm helps asbestos exposure victims in all 50 states get the compensation they deserve.
Our dedicated Ohio mesothelioma lawyers cost nothing upfront. If you hire us, we’ll advance all case expenses, and you won’t owe us anything unless you win your case. We’ll travel to you for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Asbestos Client Reviews: What Families We Have Represented Say
Testimonials we’ve received from real mesothelioma clients, like the following, describe how we’ve helped:
“Lanier Law Firm has gone above and beyond to research every company that had a hand in this horrible cancer! They are making sure that the ones who caused his illness and ultimately, his death, have had to pay for their crimes. There aren’t enough stars to rate this law firm!”
– Kristy B.
“The Lanier Law firm has been such a blessing for our family. My mother passed away from mesothelioma. The many settlements my father received allowed him to live comfortably until he passed away at 95.”
– Nancy K.
“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 there to support me.”
– Debra D.
Meet the Mesothelioma Attorneys Handling Cleveland Asbestos Cases
Here are some of the trusted mesothelioma lawyers serving our clients in and around Cleveland:
Darron E. Berquist, Managing Attorney, Asbestos Litigation
Darron Berquist oversees our nationwide efforts to secure justice for asbestos-exposure victims through the courts. He was a part of the team that secured our landmark $4.69 billion jury verdict against Johnson & Johnson for asbestos-containing talcum powder products. Darron has been recognized by Best Lawyers for both Mass Tort and Product Liability Litigation from 2021 to 2027.
Case A. Dam, Senior Attorney, Asbestos Litigation
Case Dam is an experienced trial attorney and a staunch advocate for asbestos-exposure victims. He has helped recover over $100 million for his clients, including recent $8 million and $6 million results in mesothelioma cases. Case was named as one of Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Litigators in America for 2027.
Talk With The Lanier Law Firm About Your Cleveland Mesothelioma Case
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, your family doesn’t need to fight alone. The trusted legal team at The Lanier Law Firm is here to fight for you.
Contact us online or call 800-723-3216 today for a free consultation.
Darron E. Berquist is dedicated to 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).
Questions Cleveland Families Ask Us About Mesothelioma Claims
What if the Company That Exposed Me No Longer Exists?
You may still be able to recover compensation if the company responsible for your asbestos exposure is long gone. In the face of mounting liability for mesothelioma claims, many companies filed for bankruptcy protection and established asbestos trust funds to compensate victims of asbestos exposure. These funds may offer a path to compensation with minimal hassle.
I Worked in Cleveland but Live Elsewhere Now. Can You Still Help?
Yes, our firm handles asbestos cases nationwide and can assist with your claim regardless of where you currently live. Our attorneys can review your case and determine the best jurisdiction in which to file your claim, usually based on where your exposure occurred and which companies were involved.
Can You Sue if You Already Receive Workers' Compensation?
You may still be eligible for an asbestos exposure lawsuit if you’re already receiving workers’ compensation benefits for mesothelioma. While state law may prevent you from suing your employer, you may have claims against the companies responsible for making or supplying asbestos products.
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