If you or someone you know were exposed to asbestos during the 9/11 attacks and have since been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness, you may qualify for compensation through the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund. Reach out to ELG Law’s experienced lawyers to find out if you are eligible for a 9/11 VCF claim. We will need proof that you were in the exposure zone and your medical records. After verifying your eligibility, we can proceed with your 9/11 VCF claim.
Disturbed, airborne asbestos is highly dangerous
If you were in or around 9/11’s Ground Zero, there’s a high chance that you inhaled asbestos. Breathing in its fibers can lead to a range of health issues, specifically lung-related conditions. Once these fibers enter the body, they may cause inflammation, scarring, cell damage, and cell mutation. Over time, the presence of asbestos fiber in the lungs can cause serious illnesses like cancer.
As stated by the Environmental Protection Agency of the United States, inhalation of asbestos fibers can lead to the development of the following types of cancer:
On the other hand, exposure to asbestos has also been associated with elevated chances of developing the following kinds of cancers:
Given that asbestos fibers greatly affect the lungs, people who inhaled it during or after the 9/11 attacks can also develop the following respiratory disorders:
Asbestos fibers are nearly indestructible. These microfibers remain in the body and continuously cause damage long after inhaled. Moreover, the development of various types of health conditions can take decades. This means that many individuals exposed during 9/11 are only now beginning to experience symptoms.