How to File a Mesothelioma Lawsuit Most lawsuits are based on compensation for a victim's past and future medical treatment, lost income, end-of-life expenses and suffering and pain. Settlements and jury awards could be worth millions of dollars. Contrary to the class action lawsuits filed when asbestos dangers were first discovered in the early days, mesothelioma cases are dealt with as individual claims. This allows for faster and more assured settlement. What is a lawsuit? A lawsuit is a civil legal action that a person brings against anot