Iowa Mesothelioma Attorney

Simmons Hanly Conroy is a national mesothelioma law firm that has fought for victims of asbestos exposure for over 25 years. We have the resources and experience necessary to help mesothelioma patients and their families across Iowa pursue the justice they deserve.

Our mesothelioma lawyers have recovered more than $9.9 billion on behalf of thousands of clients affected by mesothelioma, including over $190 million for families in Iowa alone. Call (800) 326-8900 now to see if our Iowa mesothelioma attorneys can help your family.

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Working with Mesothelioma Clients Across Iowa

When you or a family member is diagnosed with mesothelioma, everything changes. While no amount of compensation can fix the pain caused by this cancer, our mesothelioma law firm can file a lawsuit on your behalf to help lessen financial burdens and allow you to focus on your health and loved ones.

Our Iowa mesothelioma lawyers will handle every step of the legal process on your behalf. We only get paid if your case results in compensation, and contacting us is free. We’ll even travel to meet you whenever and wherever is convenient for you.

Over the past 25 years, we have represented clients throughout Iowa, including families in:

Ames
Ankeny
Cedar Rapids
Council Bluffs
Davenport
Des Moines
Dubuque
Marion
Sioux City
Urbandale
Waterloo
West Des Moines

Our Past Iowa Mesothelioma Settlements & Verdicts

Our Iowa asbestos attorneys have recovered over $190 million to help Iowa families affected by mesothelioma pay for medical bills and hold those who harmed them accountable.

A few of our past mesothelioma settlements and verdicts recovered for our Iowa clients are listed below.

$4.85 Million

Machinist Mate & U.S. Navy Veteran
Cedar Rapids, IA

$6.37 Million

Asbestos Mixer
Spirit Lake, IA

Workers in bright orange and yellow vests

$4.97 Million

Union Asbestos Worker
Sioux City, IA

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$4.33 million for a Toddville woman with mesothelioma
$3.99 million to an electrician in Cedar Rapids with peritoneal mesothelioma
$4.24 million for a U.S. Navy veteran in Sioux City
$2.15 million to an eyeglass and oven assembler in Dubuque
$3.49 million for a hair stylist in Davenport
$3.39 million to an Ottumwa molding machine operator with pleural mesothelioma
$4.82 million for a union machinist in Cedar Rapids
$3 million to a Waterloo machine operator in the U.S. Army
$3.99 million for a carpenter in Algona
$2.86 million to a union plumber and pipefitter in Des Moines
$3.74 million to an equipment operator in Davenport with pleural mesothelioma
$4.27 million for a Prole bricklayer and phone technician
$3.29 million to a clerical worker in Greenfield with mesothelioma
$3 million for a U.S. Navy veteran and supervisor in Newton
$3.6 million to a Davenport mechanic’s helper and gas attendant
$2.38 million to a Big Rock heat and frost insulator with peritoneal mesothelioma
$3.7 million for a Cedar Rapids woman who was exposed to asbestos secondhand through her husband’s job

Our firm represents people harmed by mesothelioma and other asbestos-related cancers on an individual basis, and the results above reflect the unique details of each claim. Results will vary by case depending on the individual’s exposure, age, diagnosis, and several other factors.

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See What Our Clients Say

Every mesothelioma lawyer at Simmons Hanly Conroy is committed to standing for our clients and giving them a powerful voice in our country’s legal system. But you don’t have to take our word for it — see what some of our past clients have to say about their experience working with us below.

Jessica, firm client and mesothelioma survivor

“Simmons Hanly Conroy was easy to work with, and they made sure I knew my health came first.”

– Jessica, Mother of 2 with Mesothelioma

“My lawyer took time to listen to me and explain things. I was able to call or text him at all times of the day and night.”

– David, Farmer with Mesothelioma

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“My kids are going to be taken care of, so there’s peace of mind knowing I won’t have to worry about them.”

– John, Construction Worker with Mesothelioma

Julie: Mesothelioma Survivor and Simmons Hanly Conroy Client

“The firm was incredibly helpful and supportive, far above and beyond my expectations.”

– Julie, Secondhand Asbestos Exposure Victim

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Filing Mesothelioma Claims in Iowa

Our mesothelioma attorneys in Iowa are prepared to help you understand the lawsuit process and guide you through the legal system. We have more than 60 mesothelioma attorneys at our firm who focus solely on helping people like you.

Each senior attorney operates within a small team of several experienced attorneys, legal staff members, and registered nurses, which ensures you’ll receive personalized attention while your case progresses.

Your legal team can pursue mesothelioma compensation in several ways:

Asbestos Trust Fund Claims: Over $30 billion is estimated to still be available in asbestos trust funds for mesothelioma victims and their families — and you don’t have to step foot in court to get it.
Mesothelioma Lawsuits: Filing a lawsuit can secure significant compensation from the companies responsible for your asbestos exposure and illness.
Veterans Benefits: Veterans make up 33% of all mesothelioma cases because asbestos was used across all branches of the military. VA benefits can offer victims health care and monthly compensation.

Together, your team can handle every step of the legal process on your behalf, from collecting evidence for your case to filing your claim in time.

Deadline to File a Mesothelioma Lawsuit in Iowa

State laws called statutes of limitations restrict how long mesothelioma patients and their family members have to file a lawsuit. In Iowa, the mesothelioma statute of limitations is 2 years after your diagnosis or the death of a loved one.

It’s important to contact our asbestos lawyers in Iowa as soon as possible, so you don’t miss your chance to take action.

Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma in Iowa

During the 20th century, more than 1 million U.S. workers were exposed to asbestos, a dangerous mineral that can cause the cancer mesothelioma, and many face serious health risks to this day.

Quick Facts About Asbestos

Asbestos is a natural mineral that is durable and resistant to heat
Over 3,000 household and industrial products contained asbestos, including roofing shingles, talcum powder, automobile brakes, insulation, boilers, and more
Multiple industries, like manufacturing, steel working, and shipbuilding, used asbestos
Inhaling or ingesting asbestos fibers can cause mesothelioma to develop 10-50 years after initial exposure
Secondary exposure occurs when asbestos is brought home on a worker’s clothes, skin, or hair, exposing others indirectly

Some job sites, homes, and older buildings in Iowa may still contain asbestos, putting workers and residents at risk of exposure even today.

What If I Don’t Know How I Was Exposed?

Our knowledgeable Iowa mesothelioma attorneys have helped many past clients identify where they were exposed to asbestos and which companies may be responsible.

Over the past two decades, we’ve gathered evidence on thousands of Iowa job sites where asbestos was used. It’s possible we’ve already represented someone who worked at the same spot as you.

Let us put our experience to work for your family. Call (800) 326-8900 now to get started for free.

Job Sites with Asbestos in Iowa

Over the years, a number of buildings and work sites in Iowa have been tied to asbestos exposure. The following is a partial list of some of those sites that have been linked. Please note this isn’t a complete list and may not necessarily reflect current conditions.

Albia
Monroe Plastics
Ames
Animal Diseases Laboratory
Iowa State College
Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls Powerhouse
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Rapids
6th Street Powerhouse
Cargill Inc.
Cedar Rapids Nuclear Powerhouse
Iowa Light & Power
Prairie Creek Powerhouse
Quaker Oats Company
Square D
Wilson Meat Packing

Clinton
Beaver Channel Powerhouse
Chemplex Plant
Clinton Corn Plant
Hawkeye Chemical Plant
Interstate Power Plant
Union Pacific Railroad
Des Moines
Armstrong Rubber
Des Moines Brewing Company
Firestone Tire & Rubber Plant
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Herman Fust Company
Iowa Power Plant
John Deere Company
Northwestern Bell
Dubuque
Allied Chemical
American Herbicide Plant
Dubuque Packing Company
Dubuque Stone Products
Finley Hospital
Interstate Power Company
Union Electric Company

Iowa City
University of Iowa
Sioux City
Fairmont Foods
Iowa Public Service
Midwest Power
Sioux City Brick & Tile Company
Waterloo
Chamberlain Corporation
Covenant Medical Center
Iowa Public Service Company
John Deere Powerhouse
John Deere Tractor Plant
Kromer Produce Company

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These aren’t the only Iowa companies that used asbestos.

If you believe your occupational asbestos exposure may have caused a mesothelioma diagnosis for you or someone you love, contact our asbestos lawyers in Iowa now for a free legal consultation.

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Meet Our Award-Winning Mesothelioma Attorneys in Iowa

When you work with the Iowa mesothelioma attorneys at Simmons Hanly Conroy, you get the personal support of a local legal team with the resources and reach of a national law firm. Meet a few of our firm’s top mesothelioma attorneys in Iowa below.

Get to Know “Best Lawyer in America” Paul Dix

Meet Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer Olivia Kelly

Learn More About Super Lawyer Daniel Blouin

Meet U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Brian Cooke

Our Mesothelioma Clients in Iowa

Every person diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease has a unique story. Here at Simmons Hanly Conroy, we believe there is power in sharing those stories.

Our lawyers have helped many people over the decades secure mesothelioma compensation. We are honored to have been able to make a significant difference in their lives and the lives of their loved ones.

As you learn about our clients’ stories, please understand that recovery results vary. No two stories and no two cases are exactly alike. Each mesothelioma case reflects the unique parts of each person’s story.

Dale’s Story

Dale was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran. After his time in the military, he began a decades-long career at a packing plant that made steam panels for Oscar Meyer.

The steam panels that Dale handled were insulated with asbestos, but he was never warned about the risks associated with this material.

After retiring, Dale began to experience fluid buildup in his lungs. Doctors performed a biopsy, and he was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma.

Our Iowa asbestos lawyers were able to help Dale and his wife Betty secure compensation for his treatments and other expenses during this difficult time.

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Harley’s Story

Harley spent much of his career working as a maintenance man and cabinet shop manager for a grocery store chain alongside his wife of more than 60 years.

Before he started at the grocery store, Harley was a construction contractor. Through this job, he was repeatedly exposed to asbestos-containing products like drywall joint compound.

When Harley was diagnosed with mesothelioma decades later, his family was devastated and reached out to our Iowa asbestos attorneys for help.

Our firm was able to secure compensation from the manufacturers of the asbestos products Harley had been exposed to and hold them accountable for their negligence.

Mesothelioma Lawyers in Iowa FAQs

What is an Iowa mesothelioma lawsuit?

An Iowa mesothelioma lawsuit is a type of product liability claim against the companies that made or used the asbestos products a mesothelioma patient was exposed to.

Since many companies knowingly hid the dangers of asbestos from their employees and consumers, victims may be able to hold asbestos companies accountable and pursue compensation for injuries they suffered as a result of the companies’ products.

Contact us now to see if you may be able to seek compensation from an Iowa mesothelioma lawsuit.

Can you sue for asbestos exposure and mesothelioma in Iowa?

Patients and their loved ones may be able to pursue a mesothelioma claim with the help of our experienced Iowa asbestos attorneys.

You may be able to file a mesothelioma lawsuit in Iowa if you:

Were diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease
Are the family member or estate representative of someone with mesothelioma

Even if your loved one has passed away, you may still be able to seek compensation on their behalf by filing a mesothelioma claim after their death.

What is the mesothelioma statute of limitations in Iowa?

Unfortunately, asbestos exposure victims only have a short window of time after their mesothelioma diagnosis to file a claim due to statutes of limitations, which are state-specific deadlines on when you can file a lawsuit.

In Iowa, you only have 2 years after your diagnosis or the death of a loved one to file a mesothelioma claim. Once these deadlines pass, it’s too late to take legal action for your illness.

Contact us as soon as possible. Our team can listen to what’s going on and let you know if you still have time to take legal action — even if you think the deadline may have already passed.

What can a mesothelioma attorney in Iowa do for you?

Our mesothelioma attorneys in Iowa can handle every step of the legal process for you, from filing your lawsuit before any deadlines to fighting for compensation on your behalf.

If you have a case, our legal team can:

Determine how you were exposed to asbestos by thoroughly investigating your work history and potential sources of exposure
Hold asbestos companies accountable for the role they played in exposing you to this dangerous substance
Pursue financial compensation to help with your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related expenses
Provide ongoing support to you and your family while staying available via phone and text
Travel to meet with you on your terms, whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you

We’re prepared to fight for the justice and compensation your family deserves — all while making the process as easy and stress-free as possible.

Call (800) 326-8900 now to see if you may be eligible to file a claim with the help of an Iowa mesothelioma lawyer. It costs nothing to speak with us.

How do I choose the best Iowa asbestos law firm for me?

When choosing an Iowa asbestos law firm, look for a firm that has:

Free Consultations: It costs nothing to speak with our team and find out if we may be able to help you take legal action.
Extensive Experience: We’ve handled mesothelioma claims for over 25 years, allowing us to successfully navigate even the most complex cases.
No Upfront Costs: There are no hourly fees or out-of-pocket costs to work with our mesothelioma attorneys in Iowa.
Databases of Evidence: With a warehouse of information on asbestos companies and dangerous products, we have the resources to build a strong case on your behalf.
Given Millions for a Cure: Our team has donated over $21 million to mesothelioma research and advocacy efforts, helping the fight for a cure.
Helped Thousands of Families: We’ve assisted more than 7,750 families affected by mesothelioma nationwide.
A History of Record-Breaking Results: Our attorneys have secured over $9.9 billion for families impacted by mesothelioma, including the highest mesothelioma verdict against a single defendant ($250 million).

By working with Simmons Hanly Conroy, you’ll get all the benefits of a national firm in addition to the personalized attention and dedication your case deserves.

How much does it cost to hire an Iowa mesothelioma lawyer?

At Simmons Hanly Conroy, there are no upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our Iowa mesothelioma lawyers.

We work on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid if we recover compensation for your family.

Will I have to travel to file Iowa mesothelioma claims?

Our Iowa asbestos lawyers will come to you, wherever you may be and whenever it’s convenient for you. We will travel to meet with you in the comfort of your own home or in a location of your choosing.

Though we can’t guarantee you won’t ever have to travel during your case, it’s very unlikely you will need to leave the area you live in to receive compensation.

“Our attorney came out to meet us within a week of calling him,” said Alan, a firm client. “He and his team hit the ground running.”

Do your Iowa mesothelioma attorneys have good reviews?

Yes. Our Iowa mesothelioma attorneys are committed to providing clients with the best experience possible, offering personalized support, clear communication, and strong legal representation in their fight for justice.

See what our clients have to say about their experience working with us by reading Simmons Hanly Conroy reviews.

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Reviewed by:John Simmons

Chairman of Simmons Hanly Conroy

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John Simmons is a founder and Chairman of Simmons Hanly Conroy. After serving in the U.S. Army, he went on to earn his Doctor of Law degree from Southern Methodist University School of Law. He has helped recover some of the biggest verdicts and settlements in asbestos litigation history and is rated as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

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The Iowa Legislature. “LIMITATIONS OF ACTIONS, §614.1.” Retrieved from: https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/2023/614.1.pdf.