San Diego has ranked high over the years in the number of cancer-related deaths due to mesothelioma, a cancer caused by asbestos exposure.
*According to federal government statistics, between 230 and 371 mesothelioma-related deaths occurred in San Diego County from 1979 to 2001.
*San Diego ranked second in California and eighth in the nation in deaths related to asbestos exposure.
*Exposure in California as a whole accounted for 1,562 cases from 2001 to 2005.
Because San Diego was a hub of activity for the United States Navy, many people were unknowingly exposed to
asbestos fibers at ship repair facilities and naval bases.
Not Just Obvious Sources
Some workers, such as insulators, shipyard employees or boilermakers had jobs that obviously involved working with asbestos. However, many victims whom we have represented have not known how or when they were exposed to asbestos fibers until our lawyers completed an extensive investigation into their work history and likely exposure.
Building a CaseIf you are unsure how you were exposed to asbestos, it does not mean you do not have a strong case. You should call Clapper Patti Schweizer & Mason immediately for a free consultation.
The
attorneys at Clapper Patti Schweizer & Mason are specialists in obtaining substantial settlements in asbestos lawsuits. In San Diego alone, for instance, our attorneys have obtained millions in compensation for residents with asbestos exposure and mesothelioma.
In our vast library of information about risk sites we have evidence of the types and brands of asbestos products used at each location, including the following:
32nd Street Naval Base
North Island Naval Air Station
Campbell Industries Shipyard
San Diego Marine Shipyard
Triple A Shipyard
National Steel Shipyard
San Diego County Courthouse
San Diego County Jail
San Diego Juvenile Courthouse Complex
San Diego County Mental Health Center
University of San Diego Hospital
San Diego Health Services Complex
Our Resources Are Available to You
This is where the legal expertise, experience and resources of Clapper Patti Schweizer & Mason can help. We make substantial financial resources available to our clients to fight mesothelioma and obtain fast compensation. Our experienced asbestos attorneys, coupled with our database and staff of investigators, provide the basis of a successful lawsuit and prompt settlements to San Diego and Southern California families impacted by mesothelioma.
We get to know each client personally, learn his personal history of asbestos exposure and determine which asbestos companies were responsible. Investigation is key to identifying the responsible companies, since each person's exposure to asbestos varies based on when and where he or she worked.
Representing Families
Our attorneys also represent spouses, sons and daughters of people who have died from mesothelioma. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer, please contact us as soon as possible. One of our lawyers will fly to your home within a few days. In most cases you will not have to travel or appear in court.
Our lawyers will meet with you, take video depositions and investigate your case thoroughly. You will not be subject to any attorneys' fees unless or until we obtain a financial settlement for you.
Call our toll-free number, or fill out the contact form, to consult with an experienced asbestos lawyer about financial assistance available to mesothelioma patients. Remember, there is no cost to you to begin the investigation and bring your case to a successful conclusion. The number is 1-800-440-4262. We will respond right away.
