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(USGovernment-News.Com, November 22, 2013 ) BATON ROUGE, LA In an effort to combat fraudulent claims made by two national websites, the Mesothelioma Victims Center has released details of a scam currently victimizing mesothelioma patients and their families. The websites advertise a fast and easy process to recover compensation for their claim, offering quick cash for mesothelioma victims in need of an attorney.
The truth is that these websites are simply marketing middlemen that have neither the resources nor the intentions of helping these victims and their families. Instead, they provide a short form and, once submitted, begin to bounce the victims between law firms that do not have the credentials or experience to handle their claim. These sites promise quick compensation for inflated percentages of the settlement amount, and at no point offer a personal consultation with the victim.
Diagnosed mesothelioma patients and their families should keep the following tips in mind when searching for a law firm to handle their injury claim:
Request current references of any attorney you are considering
Speak to current clients and gather testimonials of past clients
Request in writing the number of million-dollar mesothelioma cases the firm has handled
The Mesothelioma Victims Center warns that these websites misled victims with claims that they are part of a governmental effort to recover compensation for mesothelioma victims. High-risk work environments that may cause mesothelioma include oil refineries, involvement with the US Navy, shipyards, mines, and industrial plants operating in the 1950s, 60s, 70s, and 80s.
If you or a loved one is living with mesothelioma and in need of a reputable attorney, contact Simien & Simien for a free review of your case and more information on mesothelioma and asbestos exposure.
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