Yes. If data center noise or pollution negatively affects your health, property, or quality of life, you may have the right to take legal action. Even when facilities operate within local regulations, their impact can still qualify as a legal nuisance or environmental harm.
Unfortunately, many communities are already suffering from the burdens imposed by these facilities every day. Understanding your legal options is the first step. Our attorneys work with experts to evaluate the full impact of data center operations and build strong, evidence-based claims.
Weitz & Luxenberg works with individuals, communities, and local governments facing direct harm from data centers, server farms, cryptocurrency mining operations, and other large-scale computing activities. We help clients investigate, quantify, and pursue legal remedies for a range of issues:
If you are experiencing noise, pollution, or disruption from a nearby data center, contact us today for a free case evaluation.
Get a Free Case ReviewHyperscale computing facilities, like data centers, operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They have enormous electrical, cooling, and mechanical demands. The byproducts of this infrastructure can have significant impacts on your health, property, and the environment.
Unlike intermittent industrial noise or noise from a city (which quiets down at night), hyperscale computing facilities run all day and night. These facilities generate continuous, tonal mechanical sound. It comes from computer cooling towers and fans, backup generators, transformers, and large-scale heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Tonal noise contains a distinct hum, whistle, whine, and low-frequency component. It is widely recognized as more intrusive and more physiologically stressful than broadband background noise. (1) Because tonal sound is predictable and persistent, it is more difficult for the human brain to ignore. Even when measured sound decibel levels appear within reasonable limits, tonal noise can cause disproportionate annoyance, sleep disturbance, and stress responses.
The World Health Organization Environmental Noise Guidelines link chronic environmental noise exposure to increased risks of sleep disturbance, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, anxiety, and reduced overall well-being. Low-frequency noise, in particular, is associated with headaches, irritability, fatigue, and chronic stress symptoms. (2)
Residents living near hyperscale facilities frequently report:
From a real estate perspective, persistent noise is well-documented to reduce residential desirability and property value. Appraisers commonly apply nuisance-based reductions when properties are impacted by ongoing environmental intrusions.
This includes the noise generated by these facilities. For homeowners, this often translates to measurable and permanent loss of equity.
The continuous noise from these facilities can also harm wildlife in affected areas by:
As formerly quiet residential or semi-rural areas become dominated by mechanical noise, wildlife corridors and natural soundscapes are degraded. In addition to harming the environment, this loss also diminishes the aesthetic and recreational value of property.
Data centers and other hyperscale computing facilities are among the most energy-intensive buildings in the modern economy. A single facility can consume as much electricity as a small city, requiring hundreds of megawatts of continuous power. This often requires new substations, transmission lines, and generation capacity. (3)
U.S. data center electricity consumption has more than doubled in recent years, driven largely by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and high-density server clusters. (4) The U.S. Department of Energy projects that by 2028, data center energy consumption could account for up to 12% of U.S. electricity use. (5)
This rapid load growth can:
In many communities, residents report being unable to open their windows due to noise or emissions concerns. As a result, homeowners rely more heavily on air conditioning systems year-round, increasing household electricity usage and monthly utility bills. This means hyperscale facilities may contribute — both directly and indirectly — to increased consumer energy costs.
Also, most hyperscale facilities maintain arrays of diesel- or natural gas-fired backup generators to ensure their operation remains continuous and uninterrupted. During grid disturbances, peak demand events, maintenance testing, or participation in demand response programs, these generators may operate for extended periods.
Diesel-fired generators are significant sources of nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM2.5), carbon monoxide, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has long recognized diesel exhaust as a contributor to respiratory disease, aggravated asthma, cardiovascular effects, and premature mortality. (6) Fine particulate matter can penetrate deep into the lungs and enter the bloodstream, increasing the risk of heart disease, lung disease and cancer. (7) This indicates that hyperscale computing facilities often contribute to local air pollution and can impose serious health costs.
Data centers’ enormous energy use produces another significant byproduct: heat. Servers generate intense heat during operation, similar to how a laptop warms up under heavy use — but on a much larger scale. For this reason, data centers must have constant and effective cooling mechanisms in place.
Data centers often require enormous volumes of water for cooling. Evaporative cooling towers discharge “blowdown” water containing concentrated minerals and treatment chemicals, placing additional burdens on local wastewater treatment systems.
Municipalities are often required to:
These capital expenditures can cost tens if not hundreds of millions of dollars. In some cases, tax incentives granted to attract data center development reduce the very tax base needed to fund infrastructure expansion.
Municipalities may face long-term financial strain from these unplanned capital expenses due to data center operations, while private hyperscale operators externalize environmental and infrastructure costs.
These costs should be borne by operators — not taxpayers. Where municipalities are forced to bear the unplanned and outsized costs of private data center operations, cost-recovery and impact-based legal actions may be appropriate.
At Weitz & Luxenberg, our team of attorneys works with environmental scientists, acoustical engineers, health scientists, and real estate appraisers to build evidence-based claims that connect facility operations to real harms.
We coordinate comprehensive investigations that may include noise and vibration testing, air quality and particulate monitoring, health risk assessments, and property value impact analysis.
These investigations form the backbone of solid legal strategies, from discovery through trial. Our team has deep experience proving ongoing interference with property rights and quality of life.
Recently, we filed a case on behalf of concerned residents in North Tonawanda, New York, who are plagued by constant, inescapable noise from a cryptocurrency mining operation in their community. Residents are no longer able to use their outdoor spaces due to the noise and they suffer constant noise inside their homes. They are experiencing interrupted sleep, increased stress and anxiety, potential long-term health risks, and property value diminution.
We are working to provide them with the same legal remedies we have in many of our other successful environmental pollution litigation cases. Our firm has won more than $26 billion on verdicts and settlements for our clients.
If data center pollution or noise is impacting your health, sleep, or quality of life, you may have the right to take action. Contact us today.
Get a Free Case ReviewClients are seeking financial compensation for the noise pollution, air pollution, negative impact on property values, and potential future health consequences caused by data center and cryptocurrency mining operations. They are also seeking relief from the constant noise and other harms they are suffering at the hands of data centers and cryptocurrency mining operations. Clients may sue on the legal grounds of negligence, public nuisance, private nuisance, and violation of local ordinances.
Individuals and communities can sue data centers or other hyperscale operators that are negatively affecting their quality of life. This includes people subjected to ongoing noise and vibrations that make it difficult to sleep, cause mental and physical health problems, and prevent the use of their outdoor spaces. It also may include people facing increased health risks due to air pollution, increased costs due to rising utility prices, and people who are worried about the diminished value of their property because of these conditions.
Wastewater treatment plant operators may also be able to sue data centers to recover costs unjustly expended to support data center operations.
Yes. If the noise is unreasonable and substantially interferes with your use and enjoyment of property, you have legal options. Expert noise surveys and testimony are often key.
Yes. Even when noise falls within the limits of an ordinance, it may still present an unreasonable interference with your ability to use and enjoy your property. This makes it an actionable nuisance. Many local ordinances have not been updated for decades and were originally based on standards intended to protect against hearing loss for factory workers — not to govern acceptable levels of chronic noise exposure.
It depends. Establishing causation is essential if you are alleging that the data center has caused you to suffer from a personal injury or physical illness. This typically requires scientific and medical evidence. Weitz & Luxenberg works with specialists to assess exposures and link them, where possible, to observed health outcomes. However, to bring a nuisance claim, you generally do not need to prove that the data center caused a personal injury. Our attorneys can help you determine what claims to bring, depending on your individual circumstances.
Yes, in many jurisdictions you can get financial compensation if the loss is measurable and tied to the hyperscale operation.
If you have been diagnosed with epithelioid mesothelioma, you need help. This is a good starting point for learning about what is epithelioid mesothelioma and finding the resources.
Epithelioid mesothelioma is a type of mesothelioma defined by epithelioid cells, which tend to grow and spread more slowly than other mesothelioma cell types. When you look at the cells involved in mesothelioma, there are three main types: epithelioid, sarcomatoid, and mixed or biphasic. Epithelioid is the most common. (2)
Each year, roughly 2,500 people are diagnosed with malignant pleural mesothelioma. Of these, roughly 50% are diagnosed with epithelial mesothelioma. (3)
Epithelioid cells look a bit like cubes or columns. These flattened cells tend to stick together and form tubular webs or nests. On the other hand, sarcomatoid cells are shaped more like spindles. Spindles are longer and skinnier, with tapered ends. (4)
Were you diagnosed with epithelioid mesothelioma after asbestos exposure? You don’t have to face this alone.
Get a Free Case ReviewThe word “epithelioid” tells doctors about the type of cancerous cells that make up your mesothelioma. That word doesn’t specify a certain location. The word “mesothelioma” is what tells doctors what type of cancer you have and where it is located. (5)
The most common place for mesothelioma to form is in the protective lining that surrounds your lungs. Mesothelioma can also form in the protective lining around your abdomen, heart, or testicles. (6)
The lining around your lungs is called the pleura. The lining around your heart is called the pericardium. The lining around your abdominal organs is called the peritoneum. (7)
Asbestos exposure is the cause of all types of mesothelioma. When doctors take a lung biopsy of someone with mesothelioma, they can identify actual asbestos fibers in the lung tissue. (8) This is true whether you have direct primary exposure to asbestos where you worked with asbestos-containing products or secondary exposure involving others working with asbestos-containing products around you.
Asbestos is a rock mineral. It exists in our environment naturally in bunches of fibers in geologic rock formations. Asbestos is also fire and heat resistant. Manufacturers found, after mining and refining, that they could use asbestos fibers in all kinds of products. (9)
Asbestos is particularly dangerous to us when we breathe it in. The fibers enter our lungs and can stay there for decades. People who work in certain industries are more likely to be exposed to these fibers, often for hours at a time and over many years. The more you breathe asbestos laden dust in, the more asbestos fibers accumulate and damage your lung tissue. These fibers can lead to scarring and inflammation. (10) (11)
Your mesothelioma symptoms depend on where your cancer is. The two main areas are near your lungs and your abdomen. (12)
Here are some typical common signs and symptoms of pleural mesothelioma:
Here are some typical common signs and symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma:
To confirm a diagnosis of epithelioid mesothelioma, you start by seeing your primary doctor. Your doctor likely asks about your symptoms and conducts a physical exam. If your symptoms are affecting your lungs, you can expect an X-ray. (13)
Your primary doctor may suspect mesothelioma. However, the doctor may refer you on to a specialist, who can provide a more comprehensive exam.
Because mesothelioma has a long latency period, your doctor needs to consider your medical history dating back decades. (14)
Possible tests for epithelioid mesothelioma include:
Treating epithelioid mesothelioma partly depends on how early it is caught. Epithelioid mesothelioma is generally not as fast moving when compared to other cellular types of mesothelioma. The median survival time of epithelioid mesothelioma is around 18 months. And new approaches for treating the disease are always being explored. Some common treatments include: (20) (21)
When you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, the culprit is asbestos. We’ve known this for decades. Companies have known this, too. But instead of protecting their workers and the public, they put profits first.
Anyone diagnosed with any form of mesothelioma, including epithelioid mesothelioma, has a legal right to sue. Companies that put people’s lives in danger need to be held responsible for their actions.
An epithelioid mesothelioma diagnosis often raises questions about treatment, prognosis, and accountability. You deserve clear answers and experienced guidance.
Get a Free Case ReviewYou may feel alone in trying to navigate life with a diagnosis of epithelioid mesothelioma. But you are not.
Many resources are available, including the:
Epithelioid mesothelioma may have a better prognosis than other mesothelioma cell types, but it is still mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a rare and highly aggressive cancer that moves quickly. If you were diagnosed with this disease, you were exposed to asbestos at some point. And one or more companies were responsible.
We have known for decades asbestos can cause cancer. But there are companies that would rather cut corners and not take the necessary safety precautions. For them, it’s about money.
The lawyers at Weitz & Luxenberg believe that is wrong. That’s why we started our firm back in the mid-1980s. To hold irresponsible companies accountable, particularly those that knowingly exposed people to asbestos.
Since then, we have secured more than $13 billion on behalf of our clients who developed mesothelioma, including epithelioid mesothelioma. We can help you.
We always offer a case evaluation at no cost to you. And if we don’t win your case, you don’t owe us anything. To learn more, contact us now at (917) LAWYERS or fill out the form on this page.
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma is made up of different types of cancer cells. That’s why getting an accurate diagnosis can be tricky. You need an explanation about what is sarcomatoid mesothelioma and how you can get the help you need. (2)
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma is a rare subtype of mesothelioma characterized by more aggressive cancer cells than other forms. This kind of cancer can be identified by sarcomatoid cells. Mesothelioma tumors can be made up of epithelial cells, sarcomatoid cells, or a combination of the two. Epithelial cells are shaped like rectangles. Sarcomatoid cells are long and skinny, shaped like spindles. These cells are less likely to stick together. Instead, they break away from the original tumor and spread. (3) (4)
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma is incredibly rare. Only 10% to 15% of mesothelioma cases are sarcomatoid. (5)
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma is highly aggressive. The average survival rate is roughly 5 to 6 months. (6)
Diagnosed with sarcomatoid mesothelioma?
Get a Free Case ReviewAll forms of mesothelioma originate in the mesothelium. The mesothelium is thin tissue that lines and protects many of your internal organs. (7)
Common sites for mesothelioma include the pleura and peritoneum. The pleura lines the lungs and chest cavity. The peritoneum lines the abdominal cavity.
Protective tissue also lines other organs, including the uterus and kidneys. You can also have mesothelioma in the lining of your testicles.
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma may be similar to sarcomatoid carcinoma. Basically, cells that started out as epithelial in nature somehow changed or underwent mutations. These cells became mesenchymal cells. These malignant cells can form in connective tissue anywhere in the body and then travel. (8)
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos. This type of cancer is made up of sarcomatous cells and epithelial cells. Sarcomatous refers to connective tissue. Epithelial tissue lines internal organs. (9)
Asbestos is a mineral that occurs naturally in the environment. Back in the 1800s, manufacturers started using asbestos in all kinds of products. People who worked in and around asbestos are most at risk for developing mesothelioma. (10)
Asbestos appears in many products. Industries known for using asbestos include shipbuilding, construction, and automotive specialties of all kinds. Asbestos fibers are incredibly tiny, invisible to the human eye, with tens of thousands of asbestos fibers fitting on the tip of a pencil. They are needle-like. Breathing in these dangerous particles can lead to severe lung damage. However, the damage doesn’t usually show up right away. You can be exposed to asbestos and develop mesothelioma decades later. (11)
Early warning signs of sarcomatoid mesothelium can be similar to mesothelioma in general. Common symptoms of sarcomatoid mesothelioma include: (12)
To diagnose sarcomatoid mesothelioma, doctors likely begin by asking you about your symptoms and medical history. Because mesothelioma can take a very long time to develop, doctors may ask you about work and other things you did or experienced years ago. They generally also do an initial physical exam.
Doctors use imaging tests and other diagnostic tools, including: (13)
Sometimes doctors use scopes to explore your internal organs. They may perform: (15)
Biopsies are another way of diagnosing mesothelioma. Your doctor removes tissue samples to look for cancerous cells. Biopsies are the only definitive way to diagnose mesothelioma. Possible biopsy types include: (16)
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma treatment often requires a combination of approaches and depends on how advanced the cancer is, where it has spread, and the patient’s overall health. (20)
Some people may live just a few months, but other people may live for years. In fact, some people not only live for years, but die from something else entirely. (21)
Mesothelioma is tricky to treat. This disease can spread and affect blood vessels, nerves, and various types of tissues. You may need to undergo different types of treatment. Sometimes, you need to do them in combination. Potential options for sarcomatoid mesothelioma treatment include: (22)
Also, researchers sometimes conduct clinical trials. These trials rely on participants willing to try new treatments or approaches. The goal is to find out if these new treatments are safe and effective. Researchers sometimes experiment with new chemotherapy and immunotherapy drugs. Other possible treatments include gene therapy and photodynamic therapy.
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma is caused by asbestos exposure, often due to unsafe workplace conditions. Patients diagnosed with this rare form of mesothelioma may have legal options to pursue compensation for medical care, lost income, and family support.
If you or a loved one was exposed to asbestos and developed any form of mesothelioma, you and your family have a legal right to file a lawsuit against the companies responsible. The companies that put your health at risk knew better and should have done better.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with sarcomatoid mesothelioma, time matters. Understanding your legal options can help protect your family and hold responsible companies accountable.
Get a Free Case ReviewIf you were diagnosed with sarcomatoid mesothelioma, you don’t have to go through it alone. Many organizations offer care support. Some of these include:
Counseling clinics, hospitals, and care centers across the country also offer support for the patients they’re treating. You may find that your cancer clinic or hospital offers grief support services, as well. Examples include:
Sarcomatoid mesothelioma is an unusually rare kind of mesothelioma made up of different types of cancer cells. And, it’s tricky to diagnose. The more advanced the disease is, the worse the prognosis. The earlier you are diagnosed, the earlier your treatment can begin.
Like all forms of mesothelioma, sarcomatoid mesothelioma is caused by asbestos exposure. The companies that make and distribute products with asbestos have known about the dangers for decades. But they didn’t protect their employees or the public. They put your life at risk. This is negligent. They should be held to account.
Weitz & Luxenberg can help. A little over 40 years ago, we started our firm specifically to help people diagnosed with mesothelioma. Companies that knowingly exposed people to asbestos are some of the worst offenders out there. So, we went after them with a vengeance.
And our efforts have paid off, literally. We have achieved more than $13 billion dollars in settlements and wins on behalf of our clients who were exposed to asbestos.
You don’t have to go it alone. We urge you to reach out to us for a case evaluation at no charge.
We can help you consider your legal options. To find out more, you can call us at (917) LAWYERS or fill in the form on this page.
For thousands of years, (1) people valued the mineral asbestos for its ability to resist fire. For well over a century, people have observed that those who worked with asbestos developed “sickness of the lungs.” Despite that hazard, asbestos was used in industry for decades. Workers who were exposed to it began to develop mesothelioma, (2) lung cancer, (3) and other serious health problems. Today, companies that took advantage of asbestos workers are being compelled to compensate victims of asbestos-related injuries.
While medical science can treat the symptoms of asbestos-related diseases, medical treatment is expensive, and insurance often fails to cover all the costs. If you’re researching the topic, you probably know how mesothelioma affects the body, (4) and how it can incapacitate victims and make any kind of work impossible. Patients need to spend their time and energy on managing the cancer, yet they still have to think about paying bills and providing for their families.
Knowledgeable asbestos attorneys, like those at Weitz & Luxenberg, can help you recover compensation for your injuries. Weitz & Luxenberg has been involved with mesothelioma litigation for over 30 years. In that time, we’ve represented thousands of clients and obtained billions of dollars through trial and settlement while holding negligent companies responsible for their actions.
Mesothelioma is an aggressive and expensive cancer. Treatment can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars or more in medical expenses alone, and most medical insurance plans do not cover all of the costs.
Unfortunately, if your insurance company feels that any one of these items is not a necessity, it may not cover its cost.
Victims of asbestos disease and their families may be eligible for compensation for a variety of damages in addition to the direct costs of treatment. For instance, compensation for pain and suffering caused by an asbestos-related injury may be available. Family members may be compensated for the loss of a spouse or parent who dies of an asbestos-related disease, such as mesothelioma, lung cancer or asbestosis.
To receive mesothelioma compensation, those affected must file a legal claim. Lawyers who specialize in asbestos and mesothelioma claims can work with their clients to obtain the evidence necessary to prove that someone worked in a place that exposed him or her to asbestos.
This process can be very complicated. Determining asbestos exposure and the negligent parties can take a lot of time and effort. The attorneys at Weitz & Luxenberg are highly experienced in the process of obtaining the proper documentation. We have an Asbestos Litigation group at the firm that includes attorneys, investigators and support staff to assist in the process.
Compensation may be available from several sources. A lawsuit can produce compensation either by a courtroom trial verdict or by a settlement reached through negotiation. In most cases, filing an asbestos lawsuit is a strong preference, as it applies legal pressure on the defendants to come forward with a mesothelioma compensation offer.
You can initiate a lawsuit to receive asbestos compensation if you have a diagnosed asbestos-caused disease, or if that disease has claimed a loved one. Depending on your circumstances, you also may be able to file other types of asbestos compensation claims.
Many companies that caused asbestos injuries have chosen to avoid future asbestos lawsuits by establishing an asbestos bankruptcy trust. (6) While such an arrangement allows a company to avoid a lawsuit, it does not allow it to avoid liability – and the obligation to pay compensation – if someone can prove that his or her asbestos injury was caused by exposure to that company’s products.
State workers’ compensation claims systems (7) may provide an additional source of asbestos compensation. Workers’ compensation is paid monthly to people injured or sickened on the job. It is intended mainly as a source of replacement income for a defined amount of time, and it serves to help pay medical bills. The amount of compensation paid is set by law, but usually makes up for only a portion of a person’s lost wages.
Veterans Administration (VA) benefits may be available if the patient served in the U.S. military or is the spouse or child of a former member of the armed forces. Two VA benefits programs (8) are available: Disability Compensation pays a monthly sum to veterans who meet certain criteria concerning their asbestos exposure, while Dependency and Indemnity Compensation pays a monthly sum to surviving spouses and dependent children.
The time it takes to receive compensation varies. People often wait the longest to receive compensation from a lawsuit resolved by trial – that process can take anywhere from at least a year to several years. By contrast, compensation from a settlement usually arrives within eight weeks of the time an agreement is reached, although the settlement itself may take a year or more to achieve. Compensation from asbestos trusts, workers’ compensation and VA benefits may come within six to 26 weeks after submission of compensation claims.
The process of receiving compensation from lawsuits, insurance or benefits begins with filing a claim, and you must make sure you submit your claim by the applicable filing deadline. The filing deadline depends on the statute of limitations, a law that establishes how much time you have to file your claim after diagnosis of or death caused by an asbestos-related illness. Every state has a different statute of limitations, and in many cases the deadline is easy to miss unless you act promptly upon receiving your diagnosis or beginning treatment.
If you feel like you want to take the next step to file an asbestos claim, you will need to retain the services of an asbestos compensation lawyer or law firm to assist you with the claims process. Please contact Weitz & Luxenberg’s Asbestos Litigation group. Our team will evaluate your case for free to determine if you are eligible for a claim and what kind of claim to file.
While asbestos cases are some of the longest continuous mass torts in the nation’s history, there isn’t an unlimited amount of time allowed to file a case. Asbestos cases are different than other cases in that diseases like mesothelioma can take many years to appear after exposure. In many cases it is necessary to conduct months of research into a victim’s work history to find the source of the asbestos exposure and the negligent party.
Again before you wade through this information yourself, it would be a good idea to contact a lawyer to help determine the statute of limitations for the case in your state and generally evaluate the individual merits of your case.
A law firm that specializes in asbestos claims can help you obtain all the compensation for which you’re eligible. The amount of compensation you may receive can depend not only on the type of asbestos disease involved and the extent of the losses you suffered because of that disease, but also the knowledge, skill and talent of the asbestos compensation lawyer or law firm you retain to represent you.
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Getting compensation can improve an asbestos disease victim’s quality of life and state of mind. For example, if you are medically eligible to participate in clinical trials involving experimental drugs for the treatment of mesothelioma, appropriate financial resources may help you do so. Participation in clinical trials is often free, but the travel costs to the research institution and the costs of lodging and food during trials are not.
You are not the only one affected by the cancer. Being out of work means that your family has one less provider. Asbestos compensation can help ease your family’s mortgage payments or ensure that your children can go to college. It can help you maintain the best possible quality of life, given the circumstances.
We know that nothing about this process is easy. Our job is to give you the resources, information and support you need to claim and receive asbestos compensation. Weitz & Luxenberg is a nationally recognized personal injury law firm whose attorneys have secured financial compensation via favorable verdicts and settlements for people afflicted with mesothelioma and other asbestos injuries*. We may be able to help you, too. For a free consultation and more information about your legal options, please complete the form on this page or call us at (917) LAWYERS.
At 67, Bill was excited to begin enjoying his retirement years. He and his wife had plans to tour the country in their RV. However, Bill was feeling tired for about a month now, like he was beginning to come down with something.
Fortunately, his wife insisted he see his doctor before heading out on the road. Bill was shocked to learn he had pericardial mesothelioma. He had no idea how he got it. The news was devastating, but the doctor said Bill had been diagnosed just in time.
Learn more about pericardial mesothelioma, its overall outlook, and possible treatment options. You can also find information on how to take possible legal action and pursue compensation.
Pericardial mesothelioma is an exceptionally rare, aggressive cancer that originates in the mesothelial cells of your heart. Any tumors that form initially in the heart are highly unusual. In the case of pericardial mesothelioma, researchers of one study found that out of 500,000 autopsies the incidence rate of pericardial mesothelioma was less than 0.01%. (1)
Like other forms of mesothelioma, including testicular mesothelioma, pericardial mesothelioma is caused by asbestos exposure. Not as much is known about pericardial mesothelioma as we know about peritoneal mesothelioma and pleural mesothelioma. (2)
What is known is that the latency period from the time you are exposed to asbestos to the time your mesothelioma is diagnosed can take anywhere from 15 to 40 years. Sometimes longer. (3)
The pericardium is a protective lining, a kind of fluid-filled pouch surrounding your heart. This pouch or sac also protects the “roots” of your primary blood vessels as they join and travel in and out from your heart. (4)
These major blood vessels include:
Basically, the pumping of your heart is what keeps nutrients and oxygen flowing throughout your body. Every single organ in your body stops working well when your heart stops working well — your kidneys, your liver, your stomach, your intestines, and your brain. (9)
Because mesothelioma that originates in the heart is so rare, pericardial mesothelioma symptoms are vague and nonspecific. In fact, the disease is so rare that you need to look for case studies in scientific research about single individuals. (10) (11)
Generally, you might feel symptoms of pericardial mesothelioma due to problems with your heart and lungs first. Shortness of breath and chest tightness could be initial signs of pericardial mesothelioma. (12)
According to another case study, the patient had been feeling generally unwell for about a month. Tiredness and weakness are part of what is called malaise. The patient had also been experiencing a sense of running out of air after exerting himself. He had lost some weight and was experiencing swelling in his lower limbs. (13)
A definitive diagnosis of pericardial mesothelioma may require actual surgery to remove the mass. In worst case scenarios, a definitive diagnosis isn’t made until after a patient has died and a medical examiner conducts an autopsy. (14)
Were you or a loved one diagnosed with pericardial mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos? We can help.
Get a Free Case ReviewOne thing to know about heart tumors is that symptoms that come on quickly are generally more concerning than slow, gradual symptoms. Pericardial mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer affecting the heart, so it has some things in common with symptoms of heart tumors: (15)
Mesothelioma is a very specific type of cancer. You can get it in the mesothelium — protective lining — surrounding your lungs, testicles, abdomen, or heart, but it’s basically all the same type of cancer. Pericardial mesothelioma is still mesothelioma. (16)
What we know for sure is that asbestos exposure is the cause of all forms of mesothelioma. Sadly, we’ve known about the huge risks of asbestos exposure for decades.
Breathing in asbestos fibers is a huge danger. Working in industries that involve manufacturing, installing, or repairing asbestos-containing products such as insulation, brakes, shingles, fireproofing, and building materials is particularly hazardous. (17)
If you live with someone who works around asbestos, you can be exposed to asbestos from that person’s clothes. Someone can even carry asbestos fibers on their skin. That kind of contact is called secondary exposure. (18)
Diagnosing pericardial mesothelioma is hard. Typically, patients do not receive treatment early in this disease. (19)
Each person who develops pericardial mesothelioma tends to be a one-of-a-kind patient. There may be standard treatments for other types of diseases. However, for pericardial mesothelioma, a standard set of procedures does not exist. (20)
Generally, doctors begin treatment with surgery when the disease is localized to a specific area of the heart. The surgery may be radical, but doctors try to remove the entire tumor. (21)
Pericardial mesothelioma tends to spread quickly. If doctors consider pericardial mesothelioma life expectancy in general, the prognosis is not good. Typically, patients diagnosed with this disease live less than 6 months following diagnosis. However, patients have been diagnosed with pericardial mesothelioma, undergone immediate surgery, and lived several more years without the tumor returning right away. (22) (23)
Wherever mesothelioma develops in your body, it means you were exposed to asbestos at some point. Maybe it was through the work you do. Maybe it was through an asbestos-containing product. The thing about asbestos is that it only takes a tiny amount to lead to severe illness.
Companies have known for decades that asbestos causes cancer. They should have done the responsible thing and protected their workers from asbestos exposure. They should have made sure the products they sold to consumers were safe. Some companies simply chose not to do the right thing. They were more concerned about making as much money as possible, keeping their shareholders happy.
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma pericardial of primary origin, you may be entitled to compensation. Companies who knowingly put people’s lives at risk may be held liable for negligence. You can pursue compensation. These companies should be held accountable for their wrongful actions.
Were you or your loved one diagnosed with mesothelioma? Call us for a free legal consultation.
(917) LAWYERSIf you or a loved one has been diagnosed with pericardial mesothelioma, know that support is available. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer. Many organizations offer all kinds of support for people diagnosed with cancer, including:
Pericardial mesothelioma is a rare cancer that forms in your heart. Like all forms of mesothelioma, this cancer is aggressive. The sooner you are diagnosed, the sooner you can receive the help you need.
This disease is caused by asbestos exposure. Companies have known this for decades. They could have warned people or taken necessary safety precautions, but they didn’t. We believe they should be held responsible.
Weitz & Luxenberg can help. We have been helping people diagnosed with mesothelioma for nearly 40 years. In fact, it’s been our mission. We started our firm to help victims of asbestos exposure. And we have secured more than 13 billion dollars on behalf of our clients.
You don’t have to face this diagnosis alone. We encourage you to contact us for a case evaluation at no charge. We can help you explore your legal options. Feel welcome to call us at (917) LAWYERS or fill out the form on this page to find out more.
Updated October 2025
Mt. Sinai used Facebook advertisements and installed a piece of code (called the Pixel) and a data tracking tool (called CAPI) on its websites. Users of these websites had no idea these devices had been keeping track of everything they did.
Potentially hundreds of patients like you may have had your medical information gathered and shared — without your knowledge.
The clients already in our class action lawsuit had no idea their private information was being passed on to Facebook. They had no idea their every keystroke or action on the website was being monitored.
Mt. Sinai may have passed along this patient info:
If you or a loved one was impacted by the Mount Sinai Meta pixel data breach, our team is here to help.
Contact Us Today for a Case Evaluation.Class action lawsuits involve a potentially large number of people all harmed in a similar way. Already, lawsuits have been filed against leading tech companies for allegedly breaking multiple privacy laws. A major complaint is “mass theft of personal information and violations of privacy, property, and consumer rights.” (1)
In another class action lawsuit, plaintiffs allege Zoom “invaded the privacy of millions of users by sharing personal data with Facebook, Google and LinkedIn.” Zoom agreed to pay $86 million to settle the suit. (2)
Many people ask about the difference between a lawsuit and a class action lawsuit. The answer is a lawsuit can be filed by any one individual harmed by a person, institution, or company. For example, if a person dies due to a doctor’s or hospital’s errors, family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, there is another option when dozens of people have been harmed in the same way by the same institution, such as Mt. Sinai. In this situation, a class action lawsuit can expedite the litigation process and resolve multiple claims at the same time.
Contact your insurance company if your personal medical information was compromised. Also reach out to all your health care providers. Also, contact your state government office that is responsible for overseeing patient medical care.
Contact an attorney at Weitz & Luxenberg. Our firm with experience handling class action lawsuits. This includes data privacy issue cases and data breaches.
Talking with an attorney you feel comfortable with — such as one of our attorneys who has handled cases involving the illegal sharing of people’s medical information — is a good way to find out about the legal process.
Learn more about the Mount Sinai Meta pixel lawsuit and how we can help if you or a loved one was impacted.
Get Your Free Case EvaluationIn October 2023, Weitz & Luxenberg filed a class action lawsuit against Mt. Sinai Health System, Inc., for sharing patient private medical information illegally to a third party. Patients at any of Mt. Sinai’s Health System campuses may have had their medical information compromised.
Mt. Sinai’s health system consists of eight hospital campuses: Mount Sinai, Beth Israel, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai West, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, and Mount Sinai South Nassau. The lawsuit also involves six endoscopy centers, five ambulatory surgery centers, and two urgent care centers.
In our Meta pixel lawsuit, we claim Mt. Sinai’s illegal actions included:
If Mt. Sinai compromised your personal information or that of a loved one in any way, consult with an experienced class action attorney regarding your legal options. This attorney should have considerable experience handling complex class action lawsuits. At W&L, our attorneys do. Not only do they have experience — they have success.
When you speak with your attorney, provide all the information about your situation as you can. Your attorney guides you through the process of joining our class action lawsuit.
Mt. Sinai violated patient trust. They tracked and shared your confidential medical information without your knowing it and without your agreement.
In June 2025, we won a settlement of $2.85 million from the University of Rochester Medical Center for this very situation. We would love the opportunity to do the same for you.
Weitz & Luxenberg is a national law firm standing up for regular people. Our experienced attorneys are prepared to pursue this class action lawsuit until we achieve a just resolution for our clients. We will not stop fighting until you and other victims have been duly compensated.
W&L has the resources to stand up to all offending parties — no matter how big they are or how much clout or money they have. For more information and a free consultation, we invite you to contact us by calling (917) LAWYERS or filling out the form on this page.
As Mike was showering one night, he felt a small lump in his right testicle. He didn’t think too much of it at the time. At a family reunion just the day before, he was tossing the football around with his small grandsons. They had gotten a bit carried away at one point and smashed into him between his legs.
He hurt plenty at the time, but it didn’t last. Mike figured that whatever this was, it would go away on its own. However, several weeks later, Mike was concerned enough to contact his doctor. It turns out, Mike has testicular mesothelioma.
Find out more about testicular mesothelioma, your prognosis, and treatment options. We also provide information about your possible legal options and financial compensation.
If you or a loved one has suffered from testicular mesothelioma cancer due to asbestos exposure, our team of experienced lawyers is here to help.
Get a Free Case ReviewTesticular mesothelioma develops in a very specific part of the testicle called the tunica vaginalis. Testicular mesothelioma is incredibly rare. Less than 1% of all forms of mesothelioma originate in the tunica vaginalis. (1)
Testicular mesothelioma is most likely to be diagnosed in men 55 to 75 years of age. The frequency rate goes up as men get older. Men over 80 years of age have a nearly 20 times higher rate of being diagnosed with testicular mesothelioma compared to men younger than 50. (2)
Exposure to asbestos is a key risk factor for developing any kind of mesothelioma. Mesothelioma has a long latency period. This means you can be exposed when you’re in your 20s, and not develop mesothelioma for decades. (3)
Due to its rarity, people don’t often suspect mesothelioma of being in your testicles. Most people think of it as starting in the lining around your lungs. Mesothelioma can also form in the lining around your abdomen, and the sac around your heart. (4)
If you have been exposed to asbestos, check for these common signs of testicular cancer periodically. Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer, and your signs of cancer in general can be similar. Typical symptoms to be aware of include: (5)
Another symptom you might notice is a buildup of fluid in your scrotum. Your scrotum is the covering of skin over your testicles. Some of these first signs are subtle. Also, keep in mind that testicular cancer usually starts in just one testicle. (6)
The earlier you discover something unusual, the more likely you can get it taken care of. Particularly if what you discover is testicular mesothelioma, early diagnosis can make all the difference. (7)
The earlier your diagnosis, the less invasive and intensive your treatment is likely to be. Diagnosis of any disease when it has advanced means you need more rigorous treatment. (8)
These are some of the tests used to diagnose testicular cancer: (9)
When it comes to testicular mesothelioma, like other forms of mesothelioma, asbestos is the culprit. The problem starts when you inhale or ingest asbestos fibers.
You can be exposed to asbestos at your place of work, in your garage doing car repairs, at home doing a remodeling project, or many other places. Many of the products you use or are near can cause asbestos exposure.
Asbestos exposure is something all forms of mesothelioma have in common. People indirectly exposed to asbestos can also get mesothelioma. (11)
Asbestos fibers are tiny. They can become stuck wherever they go in your body — in organs or cavities. They are foreign objects that lead to inflammation. (12)
Asbestos exposure can lead to irrevocable cellular damage. This damage can lead to cancerous cells. These cells replicate themselves over and over again, changing the tissues around them. Membranes that have been damaged thicken. Fluid builds up in otherwise open spaces in membrane layers. (13)
When it comes to treatment options, the less advanced your testicular mesothelioma is, the better. Mesothelioma is aggressive and can spread fast. (14) (15)
According to the National Cancer Institute, you have a better prognosis if your lump is caught when it’s about the size of a pea. If the lump is contained and hasn’t spread anywhere, your doctor may be able to surgically remove it entirely. (16)
At this early stage, you might also undergo radiation and chemotherapy. Your prognosis is good if all the mesothelioma has been removed and destroyed. (17)
However, with mesothelioma, this window could close fast. It’s critical to remember that the type of cancer you have, and the speed of diagnosis, matter more than where cancer is initially found in your body. In other words, you might think testicular mesothelioma is less deadly because it formed in your testicle rather than a lung. (18)
Sadly, no matter where you develop mesothelioma, it is a deadly cancer. If mesothelioma forms in your testicle, those cancer cells can easily pass into your bloodstream or lymph nodes. From there, those mesothelioma cancer cells can travel just about anywhere in your body, including your lungs. (19) (20)
If mesothelioma testicular cancer travels to your lungs, it’s still testicular mesothelioma. The process of moving to another part of your body is called metastasis. Once testicular mesothelioma has metastasized, your prognosis for treatment and recovery is far less optimistic. (21)
These types of treatment are possible. The specific combination depends on your unique circumstances. (22)
If you or a loved one was diagnosed with testicular mesothelioma, you were probably exposed to asbestos at some point in time. Maybe it was 40 years ago for one summer. Or every day for 30 years at your auto manufacturing job. Or 20 years ago when you were a baby, when you were exposed to talcum or baby powder contaminated with asbestos.
You may not be able to pinpoint your exposure, but asbestos exposure is to blame. Inhalation or ingestion of just a few asbestos fibers can lead to this severe illness decades later.
The companies responsible for your asbestos exposure don’t care that you might get sick. They pay more attention to the money they’re making than the dangers they create.
But you have legal options, and Weitz & Luxenberg can help you with them. Asbestos is a known carcinogen. When companies recklessly and irresponsibly make and sell dangerous products, we can hold them accountable. And you may be entitled to financial compensation.
If you or a loved one was diagnosed with mesothelioma, you can turn to these organizations for support. In addition to general information, they offer support whether you’ve been diagnosed, are going through treatment, or are facing the loss of a loved one:
Testicular mesothelioma starts in the testicle. But above all, it is a form of mesothelioma. To fight against this disease, you need to act fast.
When it comes to mesothelioma, asbestos exposure is the culprit. You need a law firm that knows how to fight and win asbestos exposure legal cases.
That is where a national firm like Weitz & Luxenberg can make all the difference for your family. For roughly 40 years, we have targeted companies that act irresponsibly and expose people to asbestos. We hold them accountable at every turn.
Were you or a loved one diagnosed with testicular mesothelioma cancer after being exposed to asbestos? Call us for an initial legal consultation at no charge.
(917) LAWYERSW&L has a solid history of winning asbestos lawsuits for people with mesothelioma. Over the years, we have secured $26 billion on behalf of our clients. We encourage you to contact us now for more information about how we can help you.
For an initial consultation at no charge, call us at (917) LAWYERS or fill out the form on the page. One of our representatives can reach out shortly.
Updated September 2025
Asbestos exposure in the military is not uncommon. Military personnel found their health jeopardized by simply performing everyday job tasks. For most veterans, exposure involved breathing in dust laced with asbestos fibers. (1)
For example, one of our clients was an Army mechanic. He was first exposed to asbestos through working on vehicle brake systems that involved installation, blowing out, and sanding.
Later in his career, our client worked as a boiler tender at a Navy shipyard. In this capacity, he removed, rebuilt, and installed boilers on ships. He repaired or replaced burner gaskets, worked on soot blowers, and cut block insulation and brick.
Diagnosed with mesothelioma in 2019, he turned to Weitz & Luxenberg for help. Our attorney legally went after the asbestos products manufacturers.
If you or a loved one are a veteran faced with an asbestos-related disease, W&L is here. We can help you evaluate your legal options and take the next steps to get any compensation you deserve.
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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber found in rocks and soil. It was used in all kinds of manufacturing and construction due to its strength and heat resistant qualities. (2) These same qualities made asbestos ideal for products with military applications — specifically heat resistance, fireproofing, and insulation. (3)
A U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) information sheet explains, “Asbestos is most hazardous when it is friable. This means asbestos material that is easily crumbled by hand, thus releasing fibers into the air.” Airborne fibers can be inhaled. (4)
Asbestos exposure can have serious health effects, including: (5) (6)
The deadliest of these asbestos-related diseases is mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is incurable. (7)
Notable symptoms of mesothelioma include: (8)
The sad truth about mesothelioma in the military is that 30% of the people diagnosed with mesothelioma in the U.S. are veterans. (9) Nearly 900 new cases are diagnosed each year. (10)
Initial asbestos exposure in the military came from using contaminated materials or products while on military bases — performing job tasks — during 1930-1980. Military usage of asbestos peaked during World War II. It continued through Vietnam and even into the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. (11)
Asbestos was not only strong and fire resistant, but also cheap — making its military applications even more attractive. (12) Military bases often found asbestos contained in the insulation, wallboard, piping, plumbing, sealers, and adhesives of the buildings. Asbestos could also be found in cement, roofing, and floor tiles. (13)
Asbestos was used on planes. It was onboard ships such as cruisers, destroyers, aircraft carriers, and submarines. It was also used in transport vehicles. Asbestos could be found in sleeping quarters, pump rooms, boiler rooms, and mess halls — anywhere there was insulation. (14)
Bans on the use of most types of asbestos began in 1989, due to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). However, all forms of asbestos were not completely banned until 2024. So, older military buildings, vehicles, ships, and equipment may still contain asbestos. (15) (16)
Are you a veteran or military service member diagnosed with mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure? Contact us today for a free legal consultation.
Get a Free Case ReviewThe VA notes members of all branches of the military had the potential to be exposed to asbestos if they worked in: (17) (18)
Additionally, the VA acknowledges that personnel who worked with these products were likely exposed to asbestos:
Even veterans who served in Iraq may have been exposed to asbestos when buildings were damaged. (19) While asbestos exposure impacts all branches of the military, it affects them differently.
For Air Force personnel, asbestos exposure likely occurs on bases. Older buildings on base may be filled with asbestos-containing materials. (20)
Air Force planes may contain asbestos parts (heat shields, engine parts, and brake pads), putting mechanics at risk for exposure. Also, families are at risk of secondary exposure from any asbestos dust the mechanics bring home on their clothes. (21)
Army personnel were at risk of exposure on military bases due to asbestos materials in base buildings. These items include shingles, paper products, and floor and pipe coverings. (22)
Army vehicles contained asbestos parts, known as friction parts. Army mechanics had the job of replacing or repairing brake pads, clutches, and gaskets on transport and combat vehicles. (23)
“Navy veterans are the most likely of all military personnel to develop an asbestos-related disease,” according to the Purple Heart Foundation. The Navy made extensive use of asbestos insulation throughout ships because it does not break down in water. Ship builders and those repairing or performing maintenance were most likely to be exposed. (24)
Marine Corps veterans, like Navy veterans, were at great risk for exposure to asbestos. Marines were transported onboard ships. While onboard, Marines performed maintenance duties such as repairing gaskets or removing insulation. (25)
Exposure to asbestos in the Coast Guard often came while working in shipyards or onboard vessels. Asbestos could be found in pump rooms, boiler rooms, sleeping quarters, and mess halls. Any fibers released onboard could travel throughout the ship. (26)
The military and mesothelioma connection is well documented. Military personnel are at high risk of occupational exposure to asbestos. They experience higher than normal rates for asbestos-related diseases, such as mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma is terminal. It is often diagnosed later in life due to the lag time between exposure and the onset of symptoms. (27) Most people diagnosed with the disease do not live more than 18 months after diagnosis. (28) Symptoms of mesothelioma can take 20 to 50 years to present after exposure. (29)
People who receive an asbestos-related diagnosis — especially mesothelioma military personnel — endure more than just the physical impact of the disease. Mesothelioma military vets and their families endure an emotional toll as well.
You must fight the disease, face financial concerns, and make decisions about the future well-being of your family. It is a tremendous burden at a time when your resilience is low.
But, you do not have to face it alone. Get the legal guidance and support of recognized professionals — such as the attorneys at W&L. With us, you can be confident of obtaining justice in spite of any struggles you face.
Don’t know where to start after your mesothelioma diagnosis due to military asbestos exposure? Call for a free legal consultation.
(917) LAWYERSSince our founding as a law firm, Weitz & Luxenberg has been helping military personnel, veterans, and their families win asbestos exposure cases. Our attorneys can help you pursue financial compensation for your health issues, including mesothelioma.
We hold companies accountable for the harm their products have done to you and for their callous disregard for the lives of members of our military community. Find out more about your legal options.
Veterans are facing asbestos-related diseases. This is the result of exposure to asbestos through products the manufacturers knew were toxic and harmful to humans. The actions of these companies are reprehensible. They allowed greed and negligence to take precedence over concern for the health and safety of the military community.
W&L attorneys are committed to the pursuit of justice. With an entire team of attorneys focused on asbestos litigation, we have the resources and dedication to hold these companies responsible. We can fight your legal battle while you focus on your health.
Our attorneys are compassionate and experienced. Our firm has a winning reputation in asbestos litigation. We have won $26 billion in verdicts and settlements for our clients. Many of them are veterans, just like you.
Don’t wait. Contact us by calling (917) LAWYERS, or filling out the form on this page, if you got sick from military asbestos exposure. An attorney can respond quickly, and there is no charge for your initial consultation.
Updated July 2025
During the COVID pandemic, Grand Design took advantage of consumers. The company decided it could make a lot of money selling RVs to people looking to avoid crowds, travel the country, and start a new life.
The demand for this new life grew. Due to labor changes, material shortages, and supply chain issues, Grand Design cut corners. The company sacrificed quality in favor of increased quantity. They opted for profit over safety.
To put it simply:
You may be eligible to join our class action lawsuit against Grand Design if you meet these qualifications:
If you’ve experienced frame issues with your Grand Design RV, you may be owed compensation.
Contact Us TodayThe frame of your RV is the underlying foundation. Everything else sits on top of it. The frame itself is safe and effective only when it carries a specified load or less. This is called the “gross vehicle weight rating.”
The weight of the housing unit on top must be safely distributed throughout the frame. If a company goes over that weight at any point in the creation of a floor plan, the frame has a “latent defect.” That defect can lead to frame failure.
Frame failure can endanger the lives of the people towing the RV. Frame failure can also potentially endanger the lives of everyone else on the road.
“Frame flex” is basically frame failure. “An RV frame is designed to handle the stress of traveling on roads. The frame is meant to handle moving at certain speeds and handling the usual kinds of problems that drivers encounter on road surfaces,” says James Bilsborrow, W&L partner and consumer protection co-chair.
“The RV frame is meant to flex and absorb those stresses as long as whatever is sitting on top of it does not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating. However, exceeding that weight limit flexes the RV frame beyond its capabilities. It can only bend a certain amount and still be safe. The results can be disastrous,” adds Mr. Bilsborrow.
Towing excess weight can damage the RV significantly. The RV frame can bend way beyond its limits. A frame failure defect can lead to all kinds of problems.
Common symptoms of problems include:
Many people who purchased these RVs are joining our Grand Design frame flex lawsuit, based on problems with the vehicles.
Purchasers of Grand Design RVs have experienced:
One of the worst things Grand Design did was to cover up the frame defect in its RVs. They knew because they were making larger and heavier designs of their living quarters. However, Grand Design didn’t modify the frame. The underlying frame wasn’t built to accommodate these newer models.
The company aggressively marketed these heavier RV models. The company made false statements and misled customers.
The company promoted their RV models as full-time living quarters. The company:
In addition, Winnebago’s CEO publicly dismissed complaints as “misinformation” even though more and more purchasers were using their Grand Design RV warranty to make claims. All of this was taking place along with an ongoing, active federal investigation.
Joining our class action lawsuit against Grand Design is easy. Just follow these steps:
For nearly 40 years, Weitz & Luxenberg has been helping clients across the country who have been harmed by the actions, and inactions, of large corporations. Whether it’s defective cars or their airbags, recalled medical devices, dangerous drugs, or dangerous consumers products, we have been holding corporate offenders accountable.
Plus, we have a strong history of winning. Over the years we have secured $19 billion in verdicts and settlements on behalf of thousands of clients. We have the resources and skills to take on the largest corporate offenders nationwide. No case is too big.
When companies put their bottom line first and fail to safeguard consumer health and well-being, we are there. We don’t stop fighting until we achieve just compensation.
For more information about joining our class action Grand Design RV lawsuit, contact us today. We offer a free initial consultation. You don’t pay us a dime unless you win.
Grand Design RV Frame Failure? See If You Qualify for Compensation.
Contact Us for a Free ConsultationHere are some FAQs that purchasers of Grand Design RVs are asking. For more information, contact Weitz & Luxenberg directly at (917) LAWYERS.
If you purchased a Grand Design Reflection, Influence, Solitude, or Momentum model between 2020 and 2023, there’s a good chance your RV frame is liable to fail if it hasn’t already. During these years, Grand Design upped its production of models — increasing the overall RV weight — but did not redesign the frames to hold that weight. They also took shortcuts to sell as many RVs as possible to make as much money as possible.
If you join our class action lawsuit you may be able to get fully compensated for any money you paid to get your RV repaired.
You may still be entitled to compensation if you experienced frame failure or were compelled to sell your Grand Design RV at a loss because it is defective.
Weitz & Luxenberg has already filed a Grand Design RV lawsuit. All you need to do is contact us about joining our class action lawsuit. You can begin the process now.
Updated April 2025
