Victims of asbestos exposure who have developed mesothelioma, lung cancer, and/or asbestosis may be eligible for compensation. Thankfully, there are several mesothelioma payment options available for those affected. Learn more about how you can access financial compensation.

Am I Entitled to Mesothelioma Payments?

Manufacturers of asbestos-based products knew the dangers of their products for decades, but chose to hide the risks to continue making a profit. Because of their dishonesty, millions were exposed to the dangerous material from the 1930s until the early 1980s.

Asbestos can cause illnesses like:

Once the general public found out the true dangers of asbestos-based products, it was too late. Many individuals such as blue-collar workers and U.S. military veterans had been exposed on the job and while serving our country. These individuals may have also exposed loved ones by unknowingly carrying fibers home on their hair, clothing, and shoes.

Because of this, anyone who has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease may be eligible for mesothelioma payments. Even family members may be able to file a claim for compensation if their loved one passed from an illness caused by asbestos.

In order to have a valid claim and collect compensation, your mesothelioma lawyer must prove you were diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease. Working with a skilled attorney can ensure your claim is as strong as possible.

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Mesothelioma Payment Options

There are several ways that patients and their families can pursue mesothelioma compensation.

Mesothelioma payment options include:

Asbestos trust fund claims seek money from bankrupt asbestos manufacturing companies. There is an estimated $30 billion available in compensation for asbestos exposure victims. The average asbestos trust fund claim awards around $41,000 and many can access payouts from multiple trusts.

Mesothelioma lawsuits can be filed to get compensation from asbestos companies that are still in business.

Most lawsuits are concluded with an out-of-court settlement. On average, a mesothelioma settlement awards around $1 million. Lawsuits that don’t settle may go to trial, where mesothelioma patients may win more or less than if they settled the case.

U.S. military veterans diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease may qualify for benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Veterans often receive around $3,300 each month or more if they have mesothelioma.

All of these mesothelioma payment options can be used to cover costs associated with treating and caring for someone diagnosed with asbestos cancer.

Compensation can pay for:

  • Cancer treatment
  • Home nursing care
  • Hospice care
  • Medications
  • Travel expenses
  • Other related costs

It is important to note that you are allowed to file for legal claims, asbestos trust funds claims, and VA benefits at the same time.

Limits on Mesothelioma Payments

It is critical to keep in mind there are certain limits that may affect your ability to collect mesothelioma payments.

Although anyone who has been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease may qualify for payment, there are specific deadlines that can derail your claims.

Statutes of limitations are laws that set a time limit on how long you have to file a mesothelioma lawsuit. Each state sets its own statutes, so deadlines for filing a claim can vary depending on your state.

Experienced mesothelioma attorneys can help you correctly file your claim in a timely manner to ensure your lawsuit is valid in the eyes of the law.

Asbestos trust funds also place deadlines on how long you have to file your claim depending on when you were diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Further, there are several state laws that may affect your ability to get trust fund compensation. For example, if you previously filed a trust fund claim for a less severe asbestos-related disease such as asbestosis and filed again for a mesothelioma diagnosis, it could affect your payment.

There are also other laws called set-offs that can affect how much compensation you can collect. For example, if you win a lawsuit for $900,000 and qualify for $100,00 from a trust fund claim, you may only be able to collect $800,000.

A lawyer can ensure there are no issues when filing your claim within the legal limits.

Access Mesothelioma Payments Now

Life-changing mesothelioma payments can help your family pay for treatment and other related costs. By filing a claim to receive mesothelioma payments, you can rest assured that your family’s future finances are secured.

It is important to make sure your claim is filed correctly as soon as possible. Working with a lawyer at a mesothelioma law firm can help.

Specialized asbestos attorneys have experience and success in securing mesothelioma payments for families just like yours. They have the resources and expertise needed to file your claims and get compensation.

The first step in getting mesothelioma payments is to find out if you qualify. Get a free legal consultation from our partner law firm to get started.

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