Not sure which attorney to choose? Our directory can connect you with a verified mesothelioma specialist who serves Delaware. There's no cost, no obligation, and your information is 100% confidential.
Paul Danziger is a Board Certified trial lawyer with over 25 years of experience exclusively representing mesothelioma patients and asbestos victims. He has helped recover over $2 billion in compensation for patients and their families, often securing settlements in as little as 60 days without filing a lawsuit.
Rod De Llano is a dedicated mesothelioma trial lawyer and partner at Danziger & De Llano, LLP. With decades of experience in asbestos litigation, he has helped thousands of mesothelioma patients and their families pursue compensation through trust fund claims, settlements, and jury verdicts.
Michelle Whitman is a mesothelioma attorney dedicated to representing asbestos victims and their families. She works closely with patients nationwide to pursue maximum compensation through asbestos trust fund claims and litigation.
Choosing the right attorney for your mesothelioma case is one of the most important decisions you'll make. Here's what to look for:
Choose an attorney who focuses specifically on mesothelioma and asbestos litigation — not a general personal injury attorney. Mesothelioma cases involve specialized knowledge of asbestos exposure history, medical evidence, and trust fund filing procedures.
Ask about their case results. Experienced mesothelioma attorneys have recovered millions for individual clients. Look for a firm that can show documented settlements and verdicts in cases similar to yours.
Over 60 asbestos trust funds hold more than $30 billion for victims. Your attorney should know how to identify and file claims with every trust fund that applies to your exposure history — this can significantly increase total compensation.
Reputable mesothelioma attorneys work on contingency — meaning no fees unless they win your case. Never pay upfront fees or retainers for mesothelioma legal representation.
The best mesothelioma firms can file your case in the jurisdiction that offers the strongest legal protections, which may not be Delaware. Ask whether they can represent you nationwide.
Your attorney should come to you — at home, at the hospital, or via video call. Mesothelioma patients shouldn't have to travel. Ask about their consultation process and how they accommodate patients.
Primary data from the CDC WONDER Mortality Database and the Environmental Working Group's Asbestos Nation report shows the scale of mesothelioma in Delaware and the industrial sites that drove exposure. We pair that with on-site resources for Delaware patients and families.
Sources: CDC WONDER Mortality Database, EWG Asbestos Nation, ADAO state reports.
Delaware filing deadlines: 2 years from diagnosis or discovery for personal injury claims. Veterans pursuing claims tied to military service may have additional filing options through VA disability and federal contractor liability.
Delaware has a two-year statute of limitations from the date of diagnosis for personal injury claims. Wrongful death claims must be filed within two years of the date of death.
Many major corporations are incorporated in Delaware, giving the state's courts jurisdiction over asbestos claims against those companies. Delaware courts have significant experience with complex asbestos litigation and established case management procedures.
DuPont chemical plants, automotive manufacturing facilities, oil refineries near Delaware City, power plants along the Delaware River, and the Port of Wilmington were the leading sources of occupational asbestos exposure in the state.
Yes. If the defendant company is incorporated in Delaware, you may be able to file your claim in Delaware courts regardless of where your exposure occurred. An attorney can advise whether this venue would be advantageous for your case.
