Asbestos Exposure in New Mexico - Legal Steps for Victims Seeking Compensation

Over the last hundred years, countless industries made use of asbestos across the United States, including in New Mexico. The use of the dangerous substance led to exposure and a rise in asbestos-related diseases for millions of hard workers and their families. Asbestos is rarely used anymore but continues to impact the lives of numerous citizens. If you or a loved one has suffered from asbestos-related illnesses, the New Mexico attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help you win the compensation you deserve.

Anyone who was exposed to asbestos in professional or military settings is eligible for financial support through an asbestos exposure claim. Call our English and Spanish-speaking staff to find out if you and your loved ones are eligible. Our experts are available 24/7 and toll-free at 800-862-1260 to schedule your free case review.

According to the New Mexico Environment Department, the state officially categorized asbestos as a hazardous air pollutant in 1990. This has left the state with over 50 years of asbestos-related construction to undo, and each instance of this material’s use puts citizens at risk for asbestos exposure in New Mexico.

General eligibility relies on meeting a set of criteria, including the following:

• Your exposure to asbestos must have occurred at your place of work or in the military.
• Your diagnosed disease must be definitively caused by your exposure to asbestos.
• Your claim must be filed within the statute of limitations which, in New Mexico, is 3 years from the date of your diagnosis.

Asbestos-related diseases can include various illnesses, which our New Mexico mesothelioma attorneys can explain in more detail. However, some of them include:

• Mesothelioma
• Lung cancer
• Stomach cancer

To learn more about eligibility, and to speak with trusted lawyers, we offer free case reviews to victims of asbestos exposure or individuals who have lost loved ones to asbestos-related diseases. Call toll-free 800-862-1260 to schedule your no obligation consultation.

The legal steps for asbestos victims vary depending on what type of claim the victim is filing and how they were exposed.

If you were exposed to asbestos at work then filing a claim for compensation requires accurate employment and medical records as evidence. These records must prove that your disease was directly caused by asbestos exposure in the work environment.

Commonly, documentation alone is not enough to prove a claim, which is why trusted toxic exposure attorneys can gather additional evidence to ensure that your claim is approved.

Veterans can file claims with trust funds from companies that manufactured the various military products that contained asbestos. In cases where a lawyer represents you, all you will need to do is provide military and medical records.

The Mesothelioma Veterans Center estimates that most veteran asbestos claims are decided within three months, but each claim has its own timeline.

Secondary exposure refers to victims who developed an asbestos-related disease due to exposure from an indirect source. Commonly, this applies to women who were exposed due to their husbands or family coming home with asbestos on their clothing.

Because secondary exposure is more difficult to prove, far more evidence is required in these claims.

Every asbestos exposure case is distinctive, presenting its own set of challenges and complexities, given the pervasive nature of such exposures. Whether your asbestos-related disease stems from occupational exposure, military service, secondary exposure, or you've suffered the loss of a loved one due to such a disease, our dedicated team of attorneys is here to guide you through the entire claims process and secure the compensation you rightfully deserve.

Don't face this journey alone. Choose Carabin Shaw as your advocate—let us fight for your rights and the justice you seek. Call us now and embark on the path to winning your compensation. Read Carabin Shaw’s client reviews to see evidence of the reliable guidance and services that our experts offer.

For more information

• New Mexico Environment Department
• Mesothelioma Veterans