Business Details
Your Trusted Mesothelioma Legal Team in California
The Paul Law Firm stands as a dedicated advocate for workers affected by asbestos exposure, offering specialized legal representation in mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, and asbestosis cases. With over 25 years of experience, our firm has secured billions in compensation for clients, focusing exclusively on the complexities of asbestos litigation. Our founder, Jerry Neil Paul, combines a deep understanding of workers' rights with a proven track record of landmark verdicts, including appearances before the U.S. Supreme Court. We prioritize personalized service, ensuring clients receive tailored legal strategies and compassionate support throughout their cases.Our commitment extends beyond individual representation to advancing mesothelioma research through partnerships like the Mesothelioma Research Foundation of America. By maintaining strong ties with labor unions and emphasizing integrity, we have become the trusted legal resource for California's building trades workers. Our contingency fee model ensures access to justice without upfront costs, reflecting our confidence in delivering results.
Services
Mesothelioma Cases
Asbestos Litigation
Lung Cancer Claims
Asbestosis Compensation
Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Highlights and features
- We offer free phone consultations and case evaluations.
- Recovered billions of dollars for asbestos victims nationwide.
- Contingency fee basis: You don't pay unless we win.
- Experienced litigator with U.S. Supreme Court appearances.
- Personalized representation tailored to each client's needs.
Associations and certifications
- American Association for Justice
- Consumer Attorneys of California
- Mesothelioma Research Foundation of America
What people say
Secured several settlements
Compassionate and personalized approach
Aggressive litigation strategies
Trusted legal resource
Transformed lives through justice
Services
Mesothelioma Cases
We specialize in representing victims of mesothelioma, a rare cancer caused by asbestos exposure. Our attorneys understand the medical and legal complexities involved, providing targeted advocacy to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain. With decades of experience, we connect clients to medical experts and build robust cases against negligent corporations.
Asbestos Litigation
Our firm pursues legal action against companies that exposed workers to asbestos. We handle cases involving construction sites, shipyards, and industrial settings, leveraging deep industry knowledge to identify liable parties. Through meticulous investigation and evidence gathering, we hold corporations accountable for failing to protect workers from this hazardous material.
Lung Cancer Claims
We represent clients diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer, distinct from mesothelioma but similarly devastating. Our team demonstrates how occupational exposure directly caused illness, targeting manufacturers and employers who prioritized profits over safety. We seek full compensation for treatment costs and long-term care needs.
Wrongful Death Lawsuits
For families who lost loved ones to asbestos diseases, we file wrongful death suits to recover funeral expenses and financial support lost due to premature death. Our empathetic approach ensures families understand their rights while we handle legal complexities, allowing them to focus on healing.
Asbestosis Compensation
We advocate for clients suffering from asbestosis, a chronic lung condition caused by asbestos fibers. Our attorneys prove causation between workplace exposure and respiratory damage, securing funds for oxygen therapy, medications, and quality-of-life adjustments. We prioritize cases where employers neglected safety protocols.
People
Jerry Neil Paul
Founding Attorney
Jerry Neil Paul, a nationally recognized workers' rights attorney, has dedicated 25+ years to asbestos litigation. A founding board member of the Mesothelioma Research Foundation, he has secured over $3.5 billion in verdicts and settlements. His advocacy includes U.S. Senate testimony against harmful asbestos legislation and leadership in high-profile cases.
Questions
What types of cases does The Paul Law Firm handle?
We specialize exclusively in asbestos-related cases, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and wrongful death claims resulting from occupational exposure.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing upfront. Our fee is a percentage of the compensation we recover, and we only get paid if we win your case.
Can I afford medical treatment while my case is pending?
We help clients access necessary care by connecting them with medical experts and seeking interim compensation where possible to cover urgent treatment costs.
How long will my case take to resolve?
While every case varies, we prioritize swift resolution through settlements when possible, though we're fully prepared for trial if corporations refuse fair compensation.
Do you only represent California residents?
While based in California, we handle cases nationwide due to the mobile nature of asbestos exposure and the national presence of liable corporations.
What if the company that caused my illness is no longer in business?
We have experience tracing liability to successor companies or trust funds established for asbestos victims, ensuring you still receive rightful compensation.
