Mesothelioma Memorial Scholarships
Asbestos litigation has been complicated recently by an increasing number of companies filing for bankruptcy. When a company has filed for bankruptcy because of asbestos lawsuits directed at it, bringing an action in civil court is no longer an option. Instead, the person must, through a law firm, file a claim against the trust established by the company to pay people with asbestos-related diseases. When the claim is against an established trust that has been paying on asbestos cases for years, it can go very smoothly. Additionally, there are efforts underway in the United States Congress to create a national asbestos trust fund administered by the federal government.
After a mesothelioma victim learns of their diagnosis, and begins to come to grips with this life altering news, they typically seek the input of an attorney to deal with their right to obtain compensation. The legal process is often times lengthy and complex, which may be why there are a relatively limited number of legal specialists who deal with mesothelioma lawsuits. For those suffering from mesothelioma, compensation through the civil legal system is their only recourse, and while such a lawsuit provides no relief from the disease, it can provide the comfort and security of financial stability for a surviving family.
It’s possible to file both a mesothelioma lawsuit as well as a trust fund claim. Keep in mind though, that if you receive trust fund compensation, it may affect the amount you receive in a lawsuit. State laws have different laws when it comes to the amount of compensation you can receive in a lawsuit if you also file a claim for trust fund compensation. However, if you plan to file for both, you shouldn’t give the idea up. Keep in mind that if there are several companies named in your lawsuit, some of these companies may have already set up a trust fund while others didn’t.
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