Along with VA compensation, veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma may be able to seek financial support from asbestos trust funds and mesothelioma lawsuit settlements.
Asbestos Trust Fund Payouts
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Veterans with mesothelioma may be able to access their share of the $30+ billion already set aside in asbestos trusts.
Trust funds were created by companies that filed for bankruptcy to compensate people harmed by their asbestos-containing products. Most mesothelioma victims are eligible to file claims with multiple asbestos trusts, increasing their total payout.
Asbestos trust fund compensation has helped thousands of veterans with mesothelioma afford medical bills, daily living expenses, and other costs related to a diagnosis. Many veterans start receiving their first payouts within 90 days.
A qualified mesothelioma lawyer can confirm whether you qualify for trust fund compensation and file claims on your behalf.
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Mesothelioma Settlements
In addition to submitting asbestos trust fund claims, veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma may be able to sue the company (or companies) responsible for their illness. If a veteran passes away before they can take legal action, their family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Most mesothelioma lawsuits end in settlements, with an average award between $1 million and $1.4 million. Settlements offer a quicker resolution compared to trials and prevent you from having to go to court.
Noteworthy mesothelioma settlements paid out to veterans include:
- $4.3 million for a Florida U.S. Army veteran and boilermaker
- $3.9 million for a U.S. Army veteran and painter in Maryland
- $3.4 million for an Illinois U.S. Navy veteran who served on the USS General Hershey
- $2.9 million for South Carolina U.S. Army veteran
- $2.5 million for a U.S. Navy veteran from New York
It’s important for veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma to explore lawsuit settlements, trust funds, and other compensation options. These can provide another layer of financial support in addition to VA benefits.
File for Benefits and Compensation With Our Help
If you are a U.S. veteran with mesothelioma, don’t wait to file for VA benefits and compensation. You served our country with pride, and you deserve prompt medical and financial assistance for your illness.
Outside of VA benefits, you can work with a lawyer to pursue mesothelioma veterans compensation through asbestos trust fund claims and mesothelioma lawsuits. If you choose these options, you won’t take legal action against the U.S. military or government.
Many veterans, especially those who served in the Navy, Coast Guard, Army, Air Force, or Marines, were exposed to asbestos during their service. Shipyard workers, construction battalions (Seabees), mechanics, and demolition crews were also at risk.
Veterans are among the groups with higher rates of mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure. Asbestos was commonly used in the military for its heat resistance and insulating properties, particularly in ships, aircraft, barracks, and vehicles.
How were veterans exposed to asbestos?
Veterans were exposed to asbestos primarily through their military service. Asbestos was used in all branches of the military for much of the 20th century because it was durable and fire-resistant.
Veterans who were exposed to asbestos during active duty are at high risk of developing mesothelioma 10-50 years later. This risk level increases in smokers and those who worked in shipyards.
“There are veterans who were exposed in Navy yards, with tobacco exposure, but don’t present [with mesothelioma] until decades later,” says Dr. Estelamari Rodriguez.
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