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The Ferraro Law Firm, P.A., successfully fulfilled their promise to their clients and all Floridians to fight against “Florida’s Asbestos and Silica Compensation Fairness Act”. July 8, 2011, the Florida Supreme Court justly said Florida’s asbestos litigation reform act violates the constitutional rights of Floridians injured by asbestos products in the case American Optical Corp. et al. v. Spiewak et al.
Upon learning of the asbestos industry’s proposed legislation, The Ferraro Law Firm, P.A., promised their clients and all Floridians to fight against this measure. Jim Ferraro and David Jagolinzer personally traveled to Tallahassee to argue to the legislature the unconstitutionality of dismissing injured Floridians’ lawsuits at the behest of out-of-state asbestos product manufactures. After six long years, The Florida Supreme Court finally agreed and declared it was unconstitutional for the legislature to pass a law that destroyed these vested rights by dismissing Floridians’ lawsuits mid-litigation, and in some case right before trial was set to commence.
Asbestos is a well-known deadly, cancer causing product, and the only people in the world who dispute this long-established fact are paid, asbestos-product industry consultants. As a consequence of asbestos product manufacturers concealing the dangers of their products, thousands upon thousands of Floridians were unknowingly and unnecessarily injured or killed by inhaling asbestos from these manufacturers’ products.
Rather than fairly compensate Floridians injured by their asbestos-products, out-of-state asbestos product manufactures spent millions lobbying the Florida legislature in 2005 to pass a law that would dismiss thousands of asbestos lawsuits filed against them in and around Florida. The text of the Act, ironically named, “Florida’s Asbestos and Silica Compensation Fairness Act”, was drafted by asbestos industry lawyers and lobbyists, and was hastily enacted by the Florida legislature in 2005 without debate or investigation.
The Ferraro Law Firm concentrates on handling the most serious cases, such as mesothelioma and other asbestos related diseases, environmental toxic torts, product liability, catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, tax whistle-blower and qui tam claims, and white collar crime, and has earned a nationwide reputation because they have proven they can fight against negligent companies, no matter how big.
For more information about the Supreme Court’s ruling or how The Ferraro Law Firm can assist you contact us today!
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When individuals and families face the challenges of mesothelioma and asbestos exposure—coping with complex treatments, escalating costs, and emotional strain—they turn to Ferraro Law for clarity, guidance, and steadfast support. Through meticulous case preparation, empathetic counsel, and strategic representation, our attorneys build compelling cases that secure meaningful settlements to cover medical expenses, provide financial relief, and offer a path toward stability during difficult times.
5 Stars!! Berta, I want you to know you have the patience of a saint. It is not easy working with the public. I know firsthand. You take your time to explain so that the person understands what you are saying & if there is a problem you get to the bottom of it and come up with the answer as to why – problem solved. You are professional (very). Thank you for your time & energy you spent with me. Hopefully, management will recognize your work ethics. People like you are hard to find. You are an asset to the law firm.
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5 Stars, I have been a client of The Ferraro law Firm for 24 years and everyone has been very helpful. When I had a question, it was answered promptly and without all the legalese. I would recommend the Ferraro Law Firm and attorney Jose Becerra because the entire team has been caring and professional. For many years, Nestor has been one of the best workers The Ferraro Law Firm has.
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5 STARS Thank God for the Ferraro Law firm. Every time I call to speak with my Attorney, Marc Kunen, he and his assistants are always helpful and take the time to answer my questions. I highly recommend The Ferraro Law Firm. The Ferraro Law Firm is the mouthpiece for those of us who need help.
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My father passed away from mesothelioma and The Ferraro Law Firm has been there for me and my family for over 10 years. Our attorney, Aleksandra Sikorska, and Nestor in the settlements department will get the job done and are very kind and compassionate.
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