Mesothelioma Legal Help For Veterans
What is Mesothelioma?
1 out 3 military veterans will develop an asbestos related disease in their lifetime.
Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos through the ingestion or inhaling of microscopic asbestos fibers. Malignant Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that affects the abdomen, lining of lungs, heart and major organs of the body.
What Causes Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos through the ingestion or inhaling of microscopic asbestos fibers. Malignant Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that affects the abdomen, lining of lungs, heart and major organs of the body.
How Was I exposed?
Once Inhaled or ingested asbestos fibers get lodged in body tissue causing inflammation which leads to the development of Mesothelioma cancer. More than 3,000 asbestos-containing products were used throughout the 20th century in the United States.
How Many People are Diagnosed With Mesothelioma?
There are about 3,500 malignant Mesothelioma cases diagnosed each year in the U. S. If you are experiencing any combination of the symptoms listed below you should a doctor immediately.
Mesothelioma has claimed the lives of more than 37,000 Americans From 1999 to 2013.
Who is Eligible for Asbestos Trust Funds?
If you are a U.S. Veteran that has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma, you may be entitled to Asbestos Trust Fund compensation. You will need to show that you your asbestos exposure was while serving in the Armed Forces.
U. S. Courts have determined that asbestos manufacturers and distributors can be held liable for injuries that people develop as a result of their asbestos exposure and are handing down multi-million dollars settlements and verdicts.
Mesothelioma lawsuits and Asbestos Trust claims can be very complex and you will be asked to provide documentation of your work and medical history. An experienced Mesothelioma attorney can help you determine whether additional expenses may be covered under your asbestos claim.
Our 30 years Experienced Mesothelioma lawyers will come to you and gather all the information needed to file your Mesothelioma lawsuit. Many of our clients never have to leave the comfort of their home to receive compensation for Mesothelioma diagnosis.
Veterans at Risk to Develop Mesothelioma
Military veterans make up the largest group of mesothelioma victims in the U.S. and most of them served in the Navy. This is because so many veterans were exposed to asbestos. Because of this widespread exposure, there are many ways Navy vets can get help.
Navy veterans have the highest risk of developing mesothelioma in the United States Military. During World War II, Korea and Vietnam, the Navy used asbestos products extensively in their ships for insulation and fireproofing.
Military veterans are eligible for benefits and compensation through the VA as well as legal means.
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Veterans Diagnosed With Mesothelioma
Navy Veterans
Navy veterans account for 16 percent of all asbestos-related lung diseases.
Air Force Veterans
Asbestos materials were used to build aircraft and construct Air Force bases.
Army Veterans
Asbestos was used in thousands of Army vehicles, brakes, gaskets and insulation.
Coast Guard Veterans
The Coast Guard used the same asbestos containing equipment as the Navy.
National Guard Veterans
The National Guard used asbestos products in planes and vehicles 1930-1980.
U. S. Marine Veterans
American Cancer Society Report - Asbestos was found in old Marine Corps barracks.
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Merchant Marine Veterans
6,000 Merchant Marine ships were used to deliver troops, munitions and supplies.
Civilian Contractors
Civilian Contractors are eligible for compensation from asbestos companies.
Military Aircraft
Military Aircraft built [1930-1980] had many asbestos-containing products.
Military Bases
Military bases built before 1980 exposed soldiers and their families to asbestos..
Military Vehicles
Military vehicles used asbestos in brakes, clutches, engines, gaskets, and insulation.
Navy Ships
More than 300 asbestos containing products were used in U. S. Navy ships.
Mesothelioma Medical Help
Mesothelioma Symptoms
90% of Mesothelioma patients reported shortness of breath as their first symptom.
Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Pleural Mesothelioma (lungs) accounts for 70-90% of all Mesothelioma patients.
Mesothelioma Treatment
The 3 main treatments for Mesothelioma are: surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
Mesothelioma Prognosis
The average life expectancy is 12-21 months after a Mesothelioma diagnosis.
Asbestos Lung Cancer
There is about 15,000 Asbestos-related cancers diagnosed each year in U. S.
Retired Veterans
There are 21.5 million living veterans that served in the U. S. military forces.
Mesothelioma Legal Help
Asbestos Trust Funds
There is more than 30 billion in asbestos trust funds. Find out if you qualify today.
Mesothelioma Settlements
Asbestos companies have paid claimants more than $18 billion since the late 1980s.
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About 600,000 victims have filed claims for damage from their asbestos exposure.
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