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Houston mesothelioma lawyers at Meirowitz & Wasserberg have recovered millions for workers across the Houston Ship Channel, refineries and chemical plants. Call now for a free consultation. No fee unless we win.
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Samuel Meirowitz is “Top 100 Trial Lawyer” and an accomplished personal injury lawyer, trial attorney and relentless advocate for his clients. Previously, he served the State of New York for four years as a prosecutor in the Bronx District Attorney’s office. Mr. Meirowitz is admitted to practice law in New York and Florida State Courts.
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Samuel Meirowitz is “Top 100 Trial Lawyer” and an accomplished personal injury lawyer, trial attorney and relentless advocate for his clients. Previously, he served the State of New York for four years as a prosecutor in the Bronx District Attorney’s office. Mr. Meirowitz is admitted to practice law in New York and Florida State Courts.
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Why Houston Families Choose Meirowitz & Wasserberg
Meirowitz & Wasserberg has represented Houston workers and their families for years. The firm has a Houston office and a deep understanding of the industries that exposed so many workers to asbestos. From the Ship Channel to the petrochemical corridor, our attorneys know this city and its history. If you or someone you love has received a mesothelioma diagnosis, our team is ready to help.
Unlike the large national firms, we give every client personal attention. You won’t get passed off to a call center or a case manager you’ve never met. Our attorneys answer your calls. Daniel Wasserberg is licensed in Texas and personally handles Houston cases. That means you’ll work directly with the lawyer fighting for you.
We’ve won significant verdicts in cases other firms turned down. We speak more than 15 languages, and we’re available 24/7. Houston is one of the most diverse cities in the country, and we’re proud to serve every family that needs us. If you’re looking for a Texas mesothelioma lawyer who treats you like a person and not a case number, you’ve found the right firm.
Houston Mesothelioma Settlements & Verdicts
Every mesothelioma case is different, but our results show what’s possible when an experienced firm fights for you. Meirowitz & Wasserberg has recovered more than $500 million for clients across the country, including millions for Houston-area workers and their families.
Houston-Specific Results
- $5.4 million: Awarded to a journeyman pipefitter who worked at a Houston Ship Channel refinery where asbestos-containing materials surrounded him daily. Our attorneys identified the responsible defendants and secured a multimillion-dollar result for his family.
- $3.5 million: Awarded to a Houston concrete laborer who worked with asbestos-containing construction materials throughout his career. We built the case from the ground up and won.
Nationally Relevant Results
- $32 million: A secondhand asbestos exposure verdict proving that family members who never set foot on a job site can still recover compensation.
- $18 million: Awarded to a person diagnosed with mesothelioma from talcum powder exposure.
- $5.1 million: Awarded to a Navy machinist’s mate turned civilian mechanic who faced asbestos exposure during and after his military service.
- $4 million: A case another firm declined. We took it, fought for it and won.
These results aren’t a guarantee, but they show our commitment to fighting for every client regardless of how complex the case looks at first.
Cases Other Firms Turned Down
Some mesothelioma cases are harder to build than others, especially when the exposure happened decades ago. Companies destroyed records and defendants have gone out of business. Some firms look at those challenges and walk away. We don’t.
In one case, a Puerto Rican sugar mill mechanic came to us after another firm said his case couldn’t be won. We investigated his full exposure history, identified the responsible parties and recovered more than $4 million for his family. In another case, a school custodian heard his case wasn’t worth pursuing. We disagreed. We took the case and recovered more than $2.3 million.
If you’ve already heard “no” from another firm, that doesn’t mean your mesothelioma lawsuit is over. It may mean you haven’t spoken to the right attorneys yet. Contact us to find out what’s truly possible for your family.
Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit in Houston
Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re focused on treatment and family. Our attorneys handle every step of the legal process so you don’t have to. Here’s what to expect when you work with Meirowitz & Wasserberg.
Texas law allows people diagnosed with mesothelioma to file in Harris County if their exposure occurred in Houston. Our team knows the local courts, the defendants and the evidence needed to build a strong case.
- Free case evaluation: Call us or fill out our form. We’ll review your exposure history, ask about your diagnosis and tell you honestly whether you have a claim. There’s no cost and no obligation.
- Investigation: Our team reviews your full work history to identify all sources of asbestos exposure. We track down employment records, job site records and product information to build your case.
- Filing the lawsuit: We file your claim in the appropriate Texas court and name every responsible defendant. You don’t need to know who’s responsible. That’s our job.
- Discovery: Both sides gather evidence. Our attorneys take depositions, collect documents and work with medical and industrial experts to strengthen your case.
- Settlement negotiations: Most mesothelioma cases settle before trial. Our attorneys negotiate aggressively to secure the best possible mesothelioma compensation for you and your family.
- Trial: If a fair settlement isn’t on the table, we take your case to trial. Unlike many firms, we aren’t afraid of the courtroom. Our trial record proves it.
- Compensation: Once we secure a verdict or settlement, we handle fund distribution and walk you through every detail so you understand exactly what you recovered and why.
Throughout this process, you and your family can focus on what matters most. We handle the legal fight.
Texas Statute of Limitations
Texas gives people diagnosed with mesothelioma 2 years to file a personal injury claim. That clock starts on the date of diagnosis. Wrongful death claims carry the same 2-year deadline, starting from the date of death.
Waiting too long can cost your family the right to recover compensation entirely. Some exceptions exist, including cases involving minor plaintiffs or situations where the connection between exposure and illness didn’t surface immediately. But don’t count on exceptions to protect you. The safest step is to contact an attorney as soon as possible after a diagnosis.
Asbestos trust fund claims may carry different deadlines. Our attorneys can review your full situation and make sure you don’t miss any filing windows.
Mesothelioma Compensation Options in Houston
Houston workers and their families may qualify for more than one source of compensation. Our attorneys identify every available option for you and pursue them simultaneously.
- Asbestos trust funds: Many companies that manufactured or used asbestos have set up trust funds to compensate people they harmed. These asbestos trust funds hold more than $30 billion, and many Houston workers qualify.
- Personal injury lawsuits: A person diagnosed with mesothelioma can file a lawsuit directly against the companies and manufacturers responsible for their asbestos exposure. These cases can result in significant settlements or verdicts.
- VA benefits: Veterans who were exposed to asbestos during military service may qualify for VA benefits in addition to any legal compensation they recover. Our attorneys work with veterans to pursue every available option.
- Wrongful death lawsuits: Family members who lose a loved one to mesothelioma can file a wrongful death claim against the responsible companies. These claims cover medical costs, lost income and other damages.
Multiple sources of compensation can apply to the same case. Our attorneys review your full history to make sure your family recovers everything you’re entitled to.
Houston Asbestos Exposure Sites
Houston has one of the highest concentrations of asbestos exposure sites in the country. Decades of industrial growth along the Houston Ship Channel and the petrochemical corridor meant that workers in refineries, chemical plants, shipyards and construction sites regularly encountered asbestos-containing materials. Many of those workers didn’t know the risk until years later.
If you worked at any of the sites below, you may have a legal claim. Asbestos-related illnesses like mesothelioma can take 20 to 60 years to develop after exposure. That’s why so many people who worked in Houston’s industrial sector decades ago are only now receiving diagnoses.
Houston Ship Channel & Refineries
The Houston Ship Channel is the largest cluster of asbestos-exposure sites in the Houston metro area. Refinery workers, pipefitters, boilermakers and insulation workers faced some of the heaviest asbestos exposure in the country.
- Houston Lighting & Power
- Humble Oil
- Marathon Oil
- Phillips Petroleum/66
- Shell Oil Refinery
- Signal Oil
- Sinclair Oil Refinery
Chemical Plants & Manufacturing
Houston’s chemical plants and manufacturing facilities put workers in contact with asbestos-containing equipment, insulation and construction materials for decades. Chemical plant workers, maintenance crews and construction workers on these sites faced significant exposure.
- Celanese Bay City Plant
- Diamond Shamrock
- Dow Chemical
- Houston Chemical Company
- Monsanto Chemical
- Occidental Chemical
- Retzloff Chemical
- Stauffer Chemical
- Union Carbide
Shipyards & Construction
Shipyard workers, welders and construction laborers faced some of the heaviest asbestos exposure in Houston. Manufacturers and contractors used asbestos throughout ship insulation, boiler rooms, pipe coverings and construction materials at these sites.
- A.O. Smith Chemical Plant
- Brown Shipyard
- Continental Can Plant
- Ford Plant
- Goodyear Tire & Rubber
- Houston Shipyard
- Maxwell House Coffee Plant
- Platzer Shipyard
- Reed Tool Plant
Military Installations
Houston has a large military veteran population. Many served their country and then spent careers working in Houston’s industrial sector. Asbestos exposure during military service can stack on top of workplace exposure later in life, significantly increasing health risks.
- Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base
Veterans exposed to asbestos may qualify for both legal compensation and VA benefits. Navy veterans face some of the highest rates of mesothelioma of any group.
Other Houston Area Sites
Asbestos exposure extended well beyond refineries and shipyards. Office workers, custodians and employees in public buildings, also encountered asbestos in older construction materials. Even people who never worked in heavy industry may have a legal claim.
- Chronicle Building
- Houston City Jail
- Joseph McCollum Company
- Palm Center
- Schools and Public Buildings
If you worked at any of these sites or think you encountered asbestos elsewhere in Houston, including asbestos in schools, talk to our attorneys at our Houston office. Secondhand asbestos exposure can also qualify family members for compensation, even if they never set foot on a job site.
Meet Our Houston Mesothelioma Attorneys
When you work with Meirowitz & Wasserberg, you work directly with experienced trial attorneys who know mesothelioma cases inside and out. Our Houston clients get personal attention from lawyers who have fought and won against some of the largest corporations in the country.
Daniel Wasserberg | Founding Partner
Daniel Wasserberg leads the firm's national asbestos practice and is licensed in Texas. He personally handles Houston mesothelioma cases from start to finish. Named a Top 10 Mesothelioma Lawyer and a Super Lawyers Rising Star, Dan brings a record of significant verdicts and settlements to every case he takes. His clients don't deal with assistants or answering services. They deal with him.
Samuel Meirowitz | Founding Partner
Samuel Meirowitz spent four years as a Bronx District Attorney prosecutor before co-founding the firm. That courtroom experience shapes how he approaches every case. Named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and a Super Lawyers Rising Star, Sam isn't afraid to take a case to trial when that's what it takes to win. If a corporation won't offer fair compensation, Sam takes them to court.
Perry Shusterman | Partner
Perry Shusterman has focused on mesothelioma and asbestos cases since joining the firm in 2015. She became a partner in 2021 and brings deep experience investigating, managing and litigating asbestos and toxic tort cases. Before joining the firm, Perry worked on the plaintiff and defense sides of personal injury law and clerked for a sitting judge. That background gives her a perspective most attorneys don't have. She takes pride in building close relationships with clients and guiding them through every step of the litigation process.
Our attorneys have recovered millions for Houston workers and their families. They know the exposure sites, the defendants and the courts. More importantly, they answer the phone when you call.
Houston Mesothelioma Lawyer FAQs
Why should I hire a mesothelioma lawyer in Houston?
A Houston mesothelioma lawyer understands the local exposure sites, Texas filing procedures and Harris County courts. Meirowitz & Wasserberg has represented Houston workers and their families for years and has recovered millions in settlements and verdicts for asbestos cases across the city. A local attorney gives you a real advantage over hiring a firm with no ties to Texas.
How much does a mesothelioma lawyer cost in Houston?
Nothing upfront. Meirowitz & Wasserberg works on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case. There are no hourly charges and no retainer fees. If we don't recover compensation for you, you don't owe us anything.
What is the average mesothelioma settlement in Texas?
Most mesothelioma settlements in Texas fall in the $1 million to $2 million range, though every case is different. Meirowitz & Wasserberg has recovered $5.4 million for a Houston Ship Channel pipefitter and $3.5 million for a Houston concrete laborer. The strength of your case depends on your exposure history, diagnosis and the defendants your attorney identifies.
How long does it take to get a mesothelioma settlement?
Most mesothelioma cases resolve within 12 to 18 months. Some cases settle faster, especially when a person's diagnosis is advanced and time is a factor. Meirowitz & Wasserberg work to move cases forward as efficiently as possible without sacrificing results.
How do I file a mesothelioma lawsuit in Houston?
Start with a free case evaluation. Our attorneys review your work history, identify every source of asbestos exposure and determine which defendants to name in your lawsuit. We handle the filing in the appropriate Texas court. You don't need to know who's responsible or where to start. We take care of everything.
Can family members file a mesothelioma claim in Houston?
Yes. Family members can file a wrongful death claim if they've lost a loved one to mesothelioma. Family members who developed mesothelioma from secondhand asbestos exposure can also file their own personal injury claims. Meirowitz & Wasserberg has recovered more than $32 million in secondhand exposure cases.
What Houston jobs caused asbestos exposure?
Many Houston workers faced asbestos exposure on the job. The highest-risk occupations include refinery workers, pipefitters, boilermakers, shipyard workers, chemical plant employees, construction laborers, insulation workers and military personnel. Even office workers and custodians in older buildings encountered asbestos in insulation and construction materials.
Is there a deadline to file a mesothelioma lawsuit in Texas?
Yes. Texas sets a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, starting from the date of diagnosis. Wrongful death claims also carry a 2-year deadline, starting from the date of death. Some exceptions may apply, but don't wait. Contact an attorney as soon as possible after a diagnosis to protect your family's rights.
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