Asbestos litigation stems from a claim from a plaintiff that they have been exposed to asbestos, a hazardous material that can lead to the development of this deadly form of cancer. In order to establish a claim against any company, person or manufacturer for asbestos exposure, the plaintiff must establish a specific asbestos product at a specific location. In a court of law, it is important for the plaintiff to show that a manufacturer, distributor, contractors or others have been negligent in providing protection for them from asbestos exposure. This form of litigation is a civil legal case rather than a criminal one. Without evidence to substantiate a claim against the defendant, the asbestos litigation is likely to be thrown out of court.