Editing Evidence Preservation (section)

== Executive Summary ==

'''Evidence preservation in mesothelioma cases requires immediate, systematic action to document asbestos exposure that occurred 20-50 years ago.''' Your ability to recover compensation through [https://dandell.com/asbestos-trust-funds/ bankruptcy trusts] and litigation depends directly on the quality and completeness of evidence gathered in the first months after diagnosis. The average mesothelioma case involves exposure to products from 5-15 different manufacturers, making comprehensive evidence collection essential for [https://dandell.com/mesothelioma-settlements/ maximizing recovery] from multiple sources. With over 60 active bankruptcy trusts holding more than $30 billion in available funds, proper documentation can unlock substantial compensation—but only if evidence is preserved correctly and promptly.

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* Average mesothelioma case involves [https://mesothelioma.net/mesothelioma-products/ 5-15 different asbestos product manufacturers]

* [https://mesotheliomaattorney.com/mesothelioma/trust-funds/ Over 60 active bankruptcy trusts] hold more than $30 billion for claimants

* Social Security earnings statements (Form SSA-7050) cost $35-96 and document complete employment history

* The [https://mesothelioma.net/mesothelioma-causes/ 20-50 year latency period] creates unique documentation challenges

* [https://dandell.com/mesothelioma-depositions/ Video depositions] should be scheduled immediately—witness health can deteriorate within months

* Federal depositions limited to 7 hours; some states like Illinois restrict to 3 hours

* [https://mesotheliomalawyercenter.org/mesothelioma-claim-process/ Trust claims] typically process within 3-6 months

* [https://dandell.com/mesothelioma-lawsuit-compensation/ Multiple claims] can be filed with different trusts simultaneously

* The 1973 National Personnel Records Center fire destroyed 80% of Army records from 1912-1960

* [https://mesothelioma.net/mesothelioma-testing/ Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM)] detection limit is 0.25% asbestos content
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