What documents do I need to file an ethylene oxide claim?

Essential documents for direct victims of EtO exposure

Were you recently diagnosed with cancer and believe that it’s linked to your exposure to ethylene oxide? You may qualify for compensation when you file an EtO exposure claim. To do so, you will need to gather the following documents:

• Employment records. If you worked for or are working for a facility that uses EtO, you will need your employment records to file a lawsuit.
• Residential records. If you live within four miles of an establishment that emits EtO gas, get your residential records ready for the claims process.
• Medical records. To strengthen your toxic exposure claim, you and your attorney will need legitimate, accurate, and complete medical records. This includes your test results and official cancer diagnosis from a licensed physician.
• Financial records. To prove loss of income and other economic losses, your lawyer may ask for your financial records.
• Expert testimony. Statements about your health conditions from medical professionals may help your claim.

Documents for relatives filing an EtO claim for a deceased loved one

Close family members who are seeking justice for the loss of a loved one due to an EtO-related cancer may file a wrongful death claim. The following are the documents you will need to prepare:

• Medical records and death certificate. You will need to collect all the relevant medical records of the deceased victim. This may include laboratory tests, cancer diagnosis, cancer treatment records, and other related documents.  A wrongful death claim linked to EtO exposure will also require the submission of a death certificate.
• Financial records. Medical, funeral, and burial costs may be taken into consideration for the computation of the compensation.
• Expert testimony. Testimonials from healthcare workers and professionals may help support your wrongful death claim.

File your EtO claim with help from ELG Law

Gathering all the right documents for your EtO claim is a crucial step to maximize your chances of getting fairly compensated. So, if you are planning to file an EtO-related claim, whether it’s for you or for a loved one who has passed, speak to an experienced EtO exposure lawyer. With the proper legal guidance and help, you can be sure that your papers are complete and in order. Reach out to us at ELG Law for a case evaluation. We can help you begin your claims process for ethylene oxide exposure.