{"id":88064,"date":"2026-10-25T07:33:35","date_gmt":"2026-10-25T07:33:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/mesothelioma\/free-mesothelioma-case-evaluation-florida\/"},"modified":"2026-11-06T03:11:22","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T03:11:22","slug":"free-mesothelioma-case-evaluation-florida","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/mesothelioma\/free-mesothelioma-case-evaluation-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Mesothelioma Case Evaluation Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"A retired construction worker sits quietly with his family in a home setting.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-retired-construction-worker-sits-quietly-with-his-family-i-photo-11.jpg\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Florida Personal Injury | Mesothelioma and Asbestos Claims<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Diagnosed with Mesothelioma?<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Mesothelioma can appear decades after asbestos exposure, and families often have many questions at once. CHG Personal Injury Lawyers, a Florida-based firm, serves people throughout Florida. Attorney Igor Hernandez and our team will listen, review how and where the exposure happened, and explain what may be possible. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and without obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Request Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published October 25, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Free Mesothelioma Case Evaluation Florida | CHG<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doctor-in-protective-gear-reviewing-an-x-ray-in-a-hospital-r-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Doctor in protective gear reviews an X-ray in a hospital setting.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What a Free Mesothelioma Case Evaluation Is and Who It Is For<\/h2>\n<p>A free mesothelioma case evaluation is a confidential first talk with a Florida personal injury firm. The firm reviews the diagnosis and the person&#8217;s history with asbestos. Then it looks at whether a claim may exist.<\/p>\n<p>The first consultation is free and confidential. It carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/resources\/mesothelioma\/\">Mesothelioma<\/a> is a cancer linked to asbestos exposure. It usually appears a long time after the exposure. A <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8702130\/\">PMC review of mesothelioma<\/a> describes this long gap. Doctors call it latency.<\/p>\n<p>Because of that gap, many people cannot recall exact dates or every employer. That is normal. It should not stop you from calling.<\/p>\n<p>The evaluation is built for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Patients who have received a mesothelioma diagnosis<\/li>\n<li>Spouses, adult children, and other relatives acting for a loved one<\/li>\n<li>Workers who handled or worked near asbestos materials<\/li>\n<li>Military veterans who served on ships or at bases<\/li>\n<li>People exposed at home through a family member&#8217;s job<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What the Evaluation Covers<\/h2>\n<p>The review focuses on the facts that decide whether a claim may exist. These facts include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Where the exposure happened<\/li>\n<li>Who may be connected to it<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>When the illness was found<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Exposure history:<\/strong> where, when, and how long the person worked around asbestos. Shipyards, power plants, refineries, factories, and construction sites are common settings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employers and products:<\/strong> which companies or materials may connect to the exposure. The review uses job titles and work sites.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Household exposure:<\/strong> asbestos fibers can be carried home on work clothing. <a href=\"https:\/\/quality.healthfinder.fl.gov\/health-encyclopedia\/HIE\/1\/000118\">FloridaHealthFinder<\/a> notes that household members may be exposed this way.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Claim paths:<\/strong> whether the facts may support a lawsuit, an asbestos bankruptcy trust claim, or both.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Florida law also shapes timing. Florida law sets deadlines for filing these claims, so please contact the firm promptly. A limitations period is the time limit for filing a case.<\/p>\n<p>For any asbestos or silica claim not barred as of the effective date of this act, notwithstanding any other law, the clock does not start until the person discovers, or through the exercise of reasonable diligence should have discovered, that they are physically impaired by an asbestos-related or silica-related condition.<\/p>\n<p>Deadlines still apply. The review checks timing in every case.<\/p>\n<p>Florida also bars punitive damages in asbestos civil actions. Punitive damages are extra damages meant to punish a wrongdoer. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0774\/Sections\/0774.207.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 774.207<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Veterans may also look at VA disability benefits. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-13\/title-38\/section-3.303\">38 C.F.R. \u00a7 3.303<\/a>, service connection may be granted for a disease diagnosed after discharge. This applies when the evidence shows the disease was incurred in service.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Bring to Your Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>You do not need a complete file. Bring what you have. Gather the rest as you go. These items help the review most.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical records:<\/strong> the diagnosis, the pathology or biopsy report, recent imaging reports, and contact details for the treating oncologist or hospital.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Work history:<\/strong> every job, with employer names, cities, approximate years, and job titles. Include union or apprenticeship records if you have them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Military papers:<\/strong> a DD-214 or other service documents, plus ship names and duty stations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exposure details:<\/strong> any work with insulation, pipe, gaskets, brakes, or demolition. Include any notes about job sites.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Household details:<\/strong> names and dates of relatives who handled asbestos materials and may have carried dust home.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Claim paperwork:<\/strong> VA decisions, earlier trust claims, settlements, or prior lawsuit filings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A short timeline:<\/strong> a rough one is fine. Write down your questions too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep following your doctors&#8217; care plan. The consultation covers legal questions. It does not replace medical advice.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How the Free Evaluation Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>You share the basic facts. A lawyer reviews them with you. Then you decide what comes next. The usual path looks like this:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>First contact:<\/strong> call or use the contact form. Share the diagnosis and the name of the person affected.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intake conversation:<\/strong> a lawyer reviews the exposure history and the documents you have. You can send papers in stages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Record review:<\/strong> the firm reviews the records. It may request more from employers, the military, or medical providers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plain-language answer:<\/strong> the lawyer explains whether the facts may support a claim. The lawyer also explains which paths may apply and what the next steps would be.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your decision:<\/strong> you choose whether to continue. There is no obligation to do so.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Deadlines apply. Old job and military records can take time to find. Contacting the firm early gives the review more room to work.<\/p>\n<h2>Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts and Lawsuits: How They Differ<\/h2>\n<p>A trust claim and a lawsuit are separate paths. The facts decide which one may fit.<\/p>\n<p>Many companies that made asbestos products went through bankruptcy. Some set up trusts. These trusts may pay valid claims separately from a lawsuit. Some asbestos-related claims are also handled through bankruptcy trusts, which may pay claims separately from a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<p>A lawsuit is a separate case against companies that may be responsible. Lawsuits in this area make allegations. An allegation is a claim that has not been proven. Only a court can decide whether it is true.<\/p>\n<p>Florida also treats a claim for a non-cancer asbestos condition as separate from a cancer claim. See the same <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0774\/Sections\/0774.206.html\">Florida asbestos statute<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Because the claim turns on where and how the person was exposed, the evaluation focuses on those facts first.<\/p>\n<p>CHG Personal Injury Lawyers may refer a matter to another law firm. The firm may also handle a matter together with another firm. CHG is not lead counsel in any multidistrict litigation. That is a federal case that groups similar lawsuits.<\/p>\n<p>No outcome can be promised in any asbestos matter.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Families Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>CHG Personal Injury Lawyers is a Florida-based firm. It serves people throughout Florida, including Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville. The firm handles personal injury matters of every severity. That includes asbestos diseases such as mesothelioma.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Licensed attorneys:<\/strong> the firm&#8217;s lawyers are admitted to The Florida Bar. Igor Hernandez is the responsible lawyer for this page.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clear fee terms:<\/strong> CHG charges no attorney&#8217;s fees and no case costs unless there is a recovery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bilingual resources:<\/strong> the firm publishes educational content for prospective clients in English and Spanish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Support on intake:<\/strong> our team and the firm&#8217;s lawyers handle intake. Your family can focus on your loved one&#8217;s care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-gloved-medical-professional-examines-a-chest-x-ray-in-a-cl-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A gloved medical professional examines a chest x-ray in a clinical setting.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Want to know where you stand?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell us what happened and our team will walk you through the options available to you, at no cost.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About a Mesothelioma Case Evaluation<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is the consultation really free?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The first consultation is free and confidential. It carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need every record before I call?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Bring what you have. The lawyer will explain what else may help.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>My exposure was decades ago. Can I still ask?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Mesothelioma often appears decades after exposure. Florida deadlines apply, so ask promptly.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I can&#8217;t remember my employers?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">List what you can. Job titles, military records, and other sources may help fill the gaps.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Who is the responsible lawyer for this page?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Igor Hernandez is the responsible lawyer. The firm&#8217;s lawyers are admitted to The Florida Bar.<\/p><p>If your loved one has a mesothelioma diagnosis and you are gathering old work or military papers, contact <a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/a>. Schedule your free, confidential first consultation.<\/p><\/details><\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. Cornish Hernandez Gonzalez, PLLC, 2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Suite 300, Coral Gables, FL 33134. Your case may be referred to another lawyer.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How We Can Help Your Family<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reviewing Your Exposure History<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A mesothelioma claim often turns on where and how a person was exposed to asbestos, whether at a job site, during military service, or at home. We help you piece together that history, even when it happened many years ago.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exploring Every Possible Source of Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lawsuits against companies are one path. Many companies that went bankrupt set up asbestos bankruptcy trusts, which may pay claims separately from a lawsuit. We look at all of these options with you.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Support for Patients and Families<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A serious diagnosis affects the whole household. We approach every conversation with patience and respect, and we keep the focus on your health and your family&#x27;s future.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear, Plain-Language Answers<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should understand each step before you decide anything. We explain the process in everyday terms, answer your questions, and keep you informed.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What to Gather Before You Call<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medical Records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring diagnosis reports, pathology results, and treatment notes if you have them. Do not worry if something is missing. We will explain what else may help.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Work and Military History<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">List past employers, job sites, trades, and any military service, including locations and approximate dates.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Home and Family Exposure<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note any household work, renovation, or family member who worked with materials that may have contained asbestos.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Questions for Your Doctors<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow your doctors&#x27; recommended care. Write down your questions about treatment so you can review them together.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Act Promptly<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legal deadlines apply to mesothelioma and asbestos claims, and waiting can make it harder to act. Contact our office as soon as you can to talk through your situation. 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