Getting damages for asbestos exposure requires legal representation.

Three of Texas leading law firms in asbestos-related cases are Waters & Kraus, LLP, in Dallas; Danziger & Dellano, PC, in Houston; and Cappolino Dodd Krebs LLP, with locations in Houston, Cameron, Port Lavaca and Austin.

Walters & Kraus has represented hundreds of familes in cases involving mesothelioma, lung-cancer and other asbestos-related diseases.

Danziger & Dellano has earned settlements for asbestos lung-cancer victims, including a $4.7 million settlement for the wife of a general contractor who assisted her husband on job sites.

The attorneys at Cappolino Dodd Krebs have successfully represented clients throughout Texas. The litigation staff has decades of experience in asbestos-related legal action.

Before approaching a lawyer concerning an asbestos case, research asbestos and its effects. It will be easier to judge a law firm’s expertise in the issue if you have a strong knowledge of the issue. Your research should also include asbetos lawyers.

When you meet with a lawyer, make sure he or she thorougly explains how the case will proceed and how any settlement will be distributed. Make sure to also read the fine print on any representation agreement.

Family, friends and asbestos-related support groups can also be a valuable source of advice.