Lung Cancer Asbestos Trust Fund Claims

However, this process is often complex. You need a lung cancer lawyer on your side. At Braver Law, our lawyers help clients file asbestos trust fund claims. Read on to learn more about how we can help.

Asbestos Exposure and Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Asbestos exposure is one of the known risk factors. Breathing in asbestos fibers at work, in the military, or at home is linked to lung cancer.

The link between asbestos and lung cancer is very strong. Studies show that people exposed to asbestos have a risk of lung cancer that is 5 times higher compared to the general population. If you have lung cancer and a history of working with or around asbestos, there is a good chance it was a contributing factor. Contact Braver Law to learn how our lung cancer lawyers can help you seek compensation.

Most Common Asbestos-Related Lung Cancers

Non-small cell lung cancer
Small cell lung cancer
Lung cancer in nonsmokers

Eligibility for Asbestos Trust Fund Compensation

If you developed lung cancer after being exposed to asbestos, you may be eligible for compensation. Most companies that made asbestos products have gone bankrupt. However, asbestos bankruptcy trusts were set up to pay victims.

You may qualify for an asbestos trust fund claim if:

You have a lung cancer diagnosis
You where you were exposed to asbestos for at least 5 years before 1985

A lung cancer law firm like Braver Law knows how to thoroughly investigate asbestos exposure history. Contact Braver Law to find out if you may be eligible for compensation.

The Asbestos Trust Fund Claim Process

There are over 60 asbestos bankruptcy trusts in the U.S., with an estimated $30 billion set aside. However, each trust is unique and has specific eligibility and documentation requirements. Failing to properly file a claim can lead to denial or delays.

Our asbestos lawyers handle the entire claim process for you, including:

Investigation of Exposure History

In-depth interview to create an asbestos exposure work history
Tracking down supporting records from the military, companies or other sources
Drafting and btaining affidavits

Preparing and Submitting Claim Forms

Determining which trusts you qualify for
Customizing required claim documents for each trust
Meeting all filing and medical criteria

This is just a brief overview; we take care of all details and complexities around developing strong asbestos trust fund claims. Contact Braver Law to learn more about how our lung cancer lawyers can help.

Documenting Your Asbestos Exposure History

Our lung cancer attorneys leave no stone unturned when investigating exposure. Contact Braver Law to learn more about how we document your exposure history.

We take an exhaustive approach to building your occupational and environmental exposure history timeline. This includes:

Work Site Investigations

Identifying all past job sites where asbestos exposure occurred
Contacting companies to obtain records of asbestos materials on site
Getting affidavits confirming hazardous conditions

Product Identification

Help you identify specific asbestos products you handled like insulation, cement, gaskets, packing, drywall, brakes, clutches, shingles, flooring, tiles, or other products.
Researching job site records to obtain qualification for additional trusts

Military, Secondary Exposure Evidence

Getting service records showing assignments, housing, and ships served on
Evidence related to handling exposed workers’ clothing

We know what asbestos trust evaluators look for. Allow us to strengthen your case documentation.

Filing Claims with Multiple Asbestos Trusts

Most asbestos victims qualify for 5-20+ trusts depending on individual history. However, each trust fund claim requires separate filings tailored to their unique process.

As your dedicated lung cancer lawyers, we handle all aspects of submitting to multiple trusts:

Determine All Potential Trusts

Review your entire exposure history
Identify every manufacturer of asbestos products you encountered
Research which companies established bankruptcy trusts

We Prepare the Documents for Each Trust

Obtain required medical reports and diagnostics
Customize forms for exposure details, work/military history
Meet stringent filing deadlines for every trust

Increase Settlement Amounts

The more trusts claimed against, the higher potential payout
We look for every trust fund you may be eligible to file with

Let our asbestos exposure attorneys take on the burden of multi-trust fund claims filings. Contact Braver Law to learn more about filing trust fund claims with more than one trust.

Call today for a free case review.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lung Cancer Asbestos Trust Fund Claims

Yes, in many cases you can still file an asbestos trust fund claim for lung cancer happening today from asbestos exposure that occurred long ago. Cancers linked to asbestos exposure often appear many years later. Do not assume you cannot file a claim just because the exposure was long in the past. Contact our attorneys to evaluate your situation. We have won trust settlements related to asbestos exposures from the 1940s-1980s.

Some people try to file trust fund claims on their own, but the process involves exposure evidence, medical reports and claim forms. Complex criteria and procedures trip up many victims mid-process without guidance. Just one denial forces starting over. We handle the preparation work for you. Don’t leave justice on the table self-advocating through this difficult maze as your health fails.

Every case is different, and no one can promise a timeline. Straightforward claims sometimes resolve in months while extensive lawsuits with appeals may take 2+ years. Factors determining speed include state court backlogs, defendants’ willingness to negotiate fairly, levels of discovered evidence against them and more. Skilled lawyers devise customized strategies based on the strengths and weaknesses of each unique case. We know health and financial pressures add up, and we move promptly on every case. Let us handle the legal work for you. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with lung cancer due to asbestos exposure, contact the asbestos lawyers at Braver Law

Caring Legal Support During Your Lung Cancer Battle

Dealing with lung cancer is hard enough without worrying about bills piling up for you and your family. The asbestos lung cancer lawyers at Braver Law want to reduce your stress, not add to it.

We go beyond just the legal work to provide comprehensive support and counseling. We make clients our priority. Allow us to minimize the burden while you focus on health.