A Virginia mesothelioma attorney from Shapiro & Appleton can assist you with filing a claim for damages even if the company that uses the asbestos is no longer in business or has filed for bankruptcy. Your attorney will investigate your case to determine how you were exposed to asbestos and identify the products or building materials that contain the harmful fibers that led to the development of your disease and them use all available resources to locate the responsible parties and include that party or parties in your lawsuit.