Mesothelioma Claims A mesothelioma suit can aid victims in receiving compensation for treatment and other costs. State laws, called statutes or limitations, restrict the amount of time a patient can make a claim. The most common form of lawsuits is of personal injury or wrongful death claims. The jury awards monetary damages, which include economic and non-economic damages. Diagnosis It can take years to diagnose mesothelioma, which is a rare condition. Typically, patients will go to their primary physician with complaints and medical history