Mesothelioma Lawsuit Timeline The time limit for mesothelioma varies from state to state. The clock starts ticking at the time of a patient's diagnosis (for personal injury claims) or death (for claims for wrongful deaths). A mesothelioma lawyer who's experienced will understand the statute of limitations in the state and how to speed up compensation to ensure that victims receive their compensation as soon as possible. Compensation is available to families of victims and the affected when they need it the most. The Discovery Phase After you