What are the eligibility criteria for the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund?

To become eligible for compensation from the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund, you must have been injured or developed a disease between September 11, 2001, and May 30, 2002. Still, there are other eligibility criteria your case must meet so that you can obtain compensation.

The 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund recognizes hundreds of diseases for which survivors may receive compensation

The first requirement your case has to meet for you to become eligible for money from the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund is that you must have been injured or developed a disease between September 11, 2001, and May 30, 2022. You can find the complete list of diseases and injuries that might deem you eligible for compensation here. Furthermore, only the following individuals may seek compensation from the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund:

  • New York City Fire Department active or retired members
  • World Trade Center general responders
  • people in the course of ordinary employment, residence, education, or otherwise present

To be eligible for compensation from the Victim Compensation Fund, you must have a physical injury or health condition caused by the attacks of September 11, 2001, or the rescue, debris removal, and recovery endeavors during the immediate aftermath. Moreover, you must prove that you were at one of the attack sites, within the New York City Exposure Zone, or along the routes of debris removal beginning on September 11, 2001, through May 30, 2002.

Recover money from the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund with the assistance of our diligent attorneys

With over 30 years of experience in handling toxic exposure claims, our attorneys will gladly evaluate your case to determine whether you are eligible for compensation from the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund. The only documents we will need from you to assess your situation are evidence of your presence in the area where the attacks took place and your medical records with your diagnosis related to toxic exposure. Because we are well aware of how difficult struggling with a disease or injury can be, we will go to great lengths to simplify the legal process for you.

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