Mesothelioma Settlements and Your Asbestos Lawyer A family member or a victim may receive compensation from a mesothelioma settlement. This compensation can include future and past medical expenses as well as pain and suffering and more. Attorneys can file claims on behalf of their clients. They can compile information on their client's work history and asbestos exposure. They will then use databases to identify which defendants they should name. Compensation for future and past medical expenses A mesothelioma claim that is successful could r