Lawsuit Mesothelioma A family member or a claimant is suing for the right to compensation in a mesothelioma lawsuit. Compensation is awarded through an agreement or verdict against companies that hid asbestos hazards. Lawyers review medical records, employment history and other sources of evidence to establish exposure. Compensation can help victims pay for life-extending mesothelioma treatments and support their families if they are unable to work. Statute of Limitations Mesothelioma patients have a certain amount of time to make a claim. St