Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Asbestos Lawyers
Asbestos Canada represents clients in Saskatchewan seeking compensation for mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure. If you’ve lived or worked in Saskatchewan, we can guide you through the process of applying for compensation through asbestos trusts. These trusts have been set up to pay people for asbestos-related illnesses, regardless of how long ago the exposure was to this dangerous mineral.
Who Is Eligible for Asbestos Trusts in Saskatchewan?
Our law firm is solely focused on claims for people diagnosed with mesothelioma. Mesothelioma has only one known cause, which is asbestos exposure. If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma, the first question to ask is: How were you exposed to asbestos? Sometimes, it can be easy to figure out, especially when you have worked at one location, like a potash mine, for many years, and you can pinpoint your exposure to asbestos. In other cases, figuring out exactly where you were exposed can be more challenging. We can help as a Canadian-based asbestos firm with our years of experience and knowledge of companies, products, and industries where asbestos has put workers and consumers at risk. We have the time and resources to figure out where you were exposed and make claims to the companies that manufactured asbestos products responsible for your illness.
What Is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a form of cancer caused by asbestos fibres. Asbestos was heavily mined throughout Canada and used in everything from building materials and automobile parts to fire-resistant clothing. Asbestos breaks down very easily and when airborne fibres are inhaled, they get stuck in different parts of the body. There are four different types of mesothelioma:
- Pleural – The most common type, found in the lining of the lungs.
- Peritoneal – Affecting the lining of the abdomen.
- Pericardial – Beginning in the membrane surrounding the heart.
- Testicular – Found in the tissue surrounding the testes.
We Represent Clients All Over SK
Asbestos trusts have been set up by companies that sold asbestos products and failed to warn the public about its dangers. If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma, we can help you determine which companies to apply for compensation. We have built a database of asbestos products that were sold in Saskatchewan and throughout Canada. We do the work to pinpoint which years you worked with asbestos and figure out which asbestos trusts apply to your situation.
Many of our clients come from small towns all over Saskatchewan. Some were exposed to asbestos during renovations to their family home or farm. Others were exposed during construction and repairs at potash mines and power generating stations. Whether you were exposed through products or in the workplace, we have the tools to create a thorough application for you.
Why Apply for Asbestos Trust Compensation With Us?
Any time asbestos is disturbed in products or building materials, the fibres become airborne, posing a risk to anyone within the area. This includes demolition and construction projects or the breakdown of automotive and similar products that contain asbestos. The natural instinct might be to file a workers’ compensation claim for people exposed at the workplace. However, you are limited to either filing an asbestos trust claim or a workers’ compensation claim. You can’t do both. The problem with workers’ comp settlements is that they’re designed to protect the employer, which means payouts can be significantly smaller. By working with our Canadian law firm on applying for mesothelioma trust funds, you’ll position yourself for a larger settlement than workers’ compensation would likely pay.
Learn More About Compensation for Asbestos Exposure
If you live in Saskatchewan and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact Asbestos Canada to learn about your options. With mesothelioma, it’s not a matter of whether you’ve been exposed to asbestos fibres but where and when. We use our expansive database of companies and products tied to asbestos and mesothelioma cases to help you get the compensation you and your family deserve. Contact our team today to schedule a free consultation.