Asbestos claims

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The use of asbestos in various industries was prevalent before the mid-1980s, although the dangers of asbestos were carefully covered up by many companies that were manufacturing or using asbestos products. The correlation between prolonged asbestos exposure and a series of different types of lung diseases has been demonstrated by multiple studies within the past decades.

Asbestos exposure compensation claims are currently increasing in the U.S. due to the growing number of industrial workers and veterans diagnosed with cancers caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers.

If you or someone you know has been affected by asbestos exposure, here is what you need to know about filing claims and getting the help you deserve.

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Over 75 industries exposed workers and military personnel to asbestos

Between 1920-1980, people who worked in an industrial workplace and in the military were in contact with asbestos. Years later, many of these victims have developed serious, often fatal diseases, along with their family members who also got sick, from the asbestos fibers that their spouses were bringing home on their clothes and hair, leading to secondary exposure.

Both the EPA and the IARC tagged all types of asbestos as human carcinogens. Although asbestos use has been banned or restricted, thousands of people, mainly veterans, former industrial workers, and their families, still suffer from its harmful effects years after first being exposed. Here in the United States, asbestos diseases claim 12,000 to 15,000 lives annually.

Although asbestos claims are unique to the person and situation, our specialists will devote the time and attention it takes to resolve your particular case. We have a team of medical research experts, industrial hygienists, environmentalists, attorneys, and staff who have worked on asbestos cases for over three decades.

Who is eligible for asbestos claims?

Patients diagnosed with asbestos-related cancer as a result of occupational, service-related, or secondary exposure can obtain compensation to support their treatment and recovery. In order for us to file an asbestos trust fund claim, you must meet the following requirements:

  • You received an asbestos-related cancer diagnosis in the last 3 years
  • You were a veteran or a former industrial worker, who was employed and worked in one of the high-risk asbestos-exposure occupations
  • You are a family member of an industrial worker or veteran and suffered secondary asbestos exposure
  • You are a family member of an industrial worker or veteran who passed away due to asbestos exposure and did not file a claim during their lifetime; family members can also step in when the claim was already filed

Even if you have not yet developed an asbestos-related cancer, your risk is high as a former industrial worker or a veteran. We can file an asbestos claim with the trust funds after an accurate diagnosis and you can then obtain compensation.

If you developed one of the following cancers as a result of occupational exposure, you are eligible for compensation. If you are too ill, a family member can help you with the legal process. In the unfortunate event that you pass away before recovering compensation, your surviving family members will receive compensation on your behalf.

Lung Cancer Mesothelioma Throat Cancer Esophageal Cancer Bronchial Cancer Gastrointestinal Cancer Colorectal Cancer

If, however, you struggle with non-cancerous pleural diseases such as asbestosis, pulmonary fibrosis, pleural plaques, pleural effusion, diffuse pleural thickening, COPD (emphysema & chronic bronchitis), pleurisy, lung nodules, lung spots, asthma, pneumonitis, tuberculosis, rounded atelectasis or lung scarring, please seek a second or even a third opinion as the rate of misdiagnosis is very high among the victims of asbestos exposure.

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Asbestos trust funds and VA claims

Employees exposed to asbestos while working for companies that manufactured or used asbestos products, especially those that declared bankruptcy later on, may be entitled to compensation through dedicated asbestos trust funds. For those planning to file claims with the asbestos trust funds, we can assist you by determining your eligibility. Simply provide us with the following documents to get started.

  • Employment/military records that will serve as proof of your occupational exposure to asbestos
  • Medical records confirming your diagnosis of asbestos-related cancer.

We can also help asbestos-exposed veterans secure monthly disability pay by filing claims with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In cases where individuals are too ill to file or have passed away, surviving family members may file their claims on their behalf. Just prepare the following evidence to support your claims:

  • Military records, which you need to retrieve
  • Medical records indicating the diagnosis of cancer related to asbestos exposure

If you believe you have been exposed to asbestos on the job and consequently developed cancer, you can contact us to learn about your legal options.

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File your asbestos claims with the help of ELG Law

It can be complicated and confusing to file toxic exposure cases. That's why having expert guidance can make a huge difference. If you or someone you know has developed cancer related to asbestos exposure, we advise you to reach out to us. You may be eligible for compensation, and our specialists will gladly help and support you throughout the process.

For over 30 years, our team of experienced and compassionate attorneys, research experts, industrial hygienists, and environmentalists has provided support to many asbestos-exposed individuals to secure the compensation they deserve. Contact us today to learn how to get started.

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