Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused almost exclusively by asbestos exposure. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you were likely exposed to asbestos at work — in construction, shipbuilding, manufacturing, or the military — often decades ago. The companies that manufactured and sold asbestos products knew about the dangers and hid them from workers. Karl Luth pursues compensation from these companies through lawsuits and asbestos trust funds.
Understanding Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma typically develops 20 to 50 years after asbestos exposure, which is why many victims are now being diagnosed even though they were exposed decades ago. The most common occupations associated with asbestos exposure include construction workers, insulation installers, shipyard workers, auto mechanics (brake pads), military veterans (especially Navy), and workers in manufacturing facilities. Family members of asbestos workers can also develop mesothelioma through secondary exposure from contaminated clothing. If mesothelioma has caused a death, the family may have a wrongful death claim.
Asbestos Trust Funds and Compensation
Many asbestos manufacturers have filed for bankruptcy and established trust funds to compensate victims. These trusts hold billions of dollars specifically for mesothelioma and other asbestos disease victims. Karl Luth can file claims with multiple asbestos trusts on your behalf, often recovering significant compensation without going to trial. In addition to trust fund claims, lawsuits against surviving asbestos companies and employers may be available.
Texas Mesothelioma Statute of Limitations
In Texas, the statute of limitations for mesothelioma claims is generally two years from the date of diagnosis (not the date of exposure). Given the long latency period of mesothelioma, this means many victims can still file claims even if they were exposed decades ago. Contact Karl Luth as soon as possible after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Related toxic exposure cases are handled on our toxic poisoning attorney page.
Common Cases We Handle
- Construction worker asbestos exposure
- Insulation installer asbestos exposure
- Shipyard and Navy veteran asbestos exposure
- Auto mechanic brake and clutch asbestos exposure
- Manufacturing facility asbestos exposure
- Secondary exposure (family members of workers)
- Military veteran mesothelioma claims
- Asbestos trust fund claims
- Pleural mesothelioma (lung lining)
- Peritoneal mesothelioma (abdominal lining)

Ready to Fight for Your Rights?
Call Karl Luth today for a free, confidential consultation. We're available 24/7 and never charge unless we win your case.