Jerry Kristal has managed Weitz & Luxenberg's New Jersey office since 1997, overseeing a team of six attorneys focused exclusively on mesothelioma and asbestos-related disease litigation. Licensed in four jurisdictions — New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and Washington D.C. — he holds an AV Preeminent peer rating and was named a New Jersey Super Lawyer for 16 consecutive years (2007–2022). A Georgetown University Law graduate, Kristal is known for obtaining some of the highest verdicts against asbestos defendants in the Garden State and for his compassionate, client-first approach to every case.
Why Work With Jerry?
49+ YearsMesothelioma experience
Free ConsultationNo obligation to hire
No Upfront FeesContingency — no fee unless we win
Statewide CoverageServing all of New Jersey
Experience & Credentials
Years in Practice49 yrs Senior Expert
Client Rating5.0 / 5.0 (1 reviews)
Mesothelioma
Asbestos Exposure
Lung Cancer
New Jersey Mesothelioma Lawsuit Information
Statute of Limitations2 years from diagnosis or discovery date
Wrongful Death Deadline2 years from date of death
Filing LocationNew Jersey Superior Court (county of exposure or residence)
Average Settlement$1.2M–$1.6M (varies by case factors)
New Jersey allows mesothelioma victims to file personal injury lawsuits against responsible asbestos manufacturers. Many victims also receive compensation from multiple asbestos bankruptcy trust funds. Learn more about settlements →
Office Location
Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C. · 220 Lake Drive East, Suite 210, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Frequently Asked Questions
In New Jersey, the statute of limitations for mesothelioma personal injury claims is 2 years from diagnosis or discovery date. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is 2 years from date of death. Acting quickly is important — evidence and witness availability can diminish over time. Jerry offers free consultations to help you understand your timeline.
Jerry Kristal works on a contingency fee basis — Contingency — no fee unless we win. This means you pay nothing out of pocket to get started. Legal fees are only collected if your case is resolved successfully through a settlement or verdict.
Jerry Kristal handles cases involving Mesothelioma, Asbestos Exposure, Lung Cancer. Jerry Kristal has managed Weitz & Luxenberg's New Jersey office since 1997, overseeing a team of six attorneys focused exclusively on mesothelioma and asbestos-related disease litigation. Licensed in four jurisdictions — New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and Washington D.C. — he holds an AV Preeminent peer rating and was named a New Jersey Super Lawyer for 16 consecutive years (2007–2022). A Georgetown University Law graduate, Kristal is known for obtaining some of the highest verdicts against asbestos defendants in the Garden State and for his compassionate, client-first approach to every case.
Mesothelioma lawsuits in New Jersey are typically filed in the New Jersey Superior Court (county of exposure or residence). Jerry can advise on the best venue for your specific circumstances based on where the asbestos exposure occurred.
Average mesothelioma settlements in New Jersey range from $1.2M–$1.6M (varies by case factors). The actual value of your case depends on factors such as the extent of asbestos exposure, the severity of your diagnosis, the number of liable parties, and available bankruptcy trust fund claims. Jerry can provide a case-specific evaluation at no cost.
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