Asbestos & Mesothelioma Trust Fund
Reaching mesothelioma settlements for plaintiffs nationwide
Most companies established asbestos trust funds after the 1970s when damaging medical evidence surfaced about the hazards of asbestos exposure. It became clear that asbestos is the primary cause of mesothelioma, and companies were responsible for exposing workers to toxic materials.
Many companies that manufactured asbestos products went bankrupt under legal pressure and set up trusts for victims in bankruptcy settlements.
As of June 2024, ample funds remain accessible to future claimants, with over $30 billion still available in these trusts from over 100 companies.
The Lyon Firm consists of highly-rated toxic exposure attorneys with a long history of helping families with asbestos trust fund claims and mesothelioma lawsuits. Reach out to us online or call (513) 381-2333 for reliable answers to securing the funds you deserve.
What Is a Mesothelioma Trust Fund?
Asbestos trust funds are funds reserved for mesothelioma patients and their families by bankrupt companies responsible for the products linked to asbestos-exposure illnesses.
When victims file a trust fund claim, it is similar to filing a lawsuit. However, unlike a lawsuit, a trust fund claim is an easier process that may result in quicker compensation.
Victims must provide proof of having an asbestos-related illness and show exposure to asbestos from a product or workplace that caused the disease. Any acute or long-term exposure to asbestos can result in serious respiratory illnesses and cancers. You may be eligible for asbestos trust fund payouts if you were diagnosed with the following:
- Lung Cancer
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Asbestosis
- Mesothelioma
- Adenocarcinoma
Sometimes trust funds require plaintiffs to provide their medical records and proof of work history to file a claim. Working with a lawyer to gather all available evidence and documentation improves the chances of your asbestos claim being approved.
The Dangers of Asbestos Exposure
While many studies stress that long-term, regular exposure to asbestos can pose the greatest threat to employees, medical evidence indicates that even brief asbestos exposure can cause fatal illnesses.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer has concluded there is no safe level of human exposure. Individuals can inhale asbestos fibers when they break down, causing inflammation, scarring of the lungs, and deadly respiratory cancers such as mesothelioma.
ABOUT THE LYON FIRM
Joseph Lyon has 17 years of experience representing individuals in complex litigation matters. He has represented individuals in every state against many of the largest companies in the world.
The Firm focuses on single-event civil cases and class actions involving corporate neglect & fraud, toxic exposure, product defects & recalls, medical malpractice, and invasion of privacy.
NO COST UNLESS WE WIN
The Firm offers contingency fees, advancing all costs of the litigation, and accepting the full financial risk, allowing our clients full access to the legal system while reducing the financial stress while they focus on their healthcare and financial needs.
The Lyon Firm Makes Filing a Mesothelioma Claim Easy
Mesothelioma is a brutal and often fatal cancer. Families struggling with a diagnosis deserve the time to process this situation and focus on their well-being. Enlisting the help of a lawyer allows them that space, relieving the burden and stress of filing a claim alone.
For nearly two decades, The Lyon Firm has proudly served families harmed by asbestos exposure. We are willing to go the extra mile in your case and do everything in our power to work toward the best possible outcome. Contact us online or call (513) 381-2333 to speak with our team about your options.
The Statute of Limitations for Asbestos Cases
Mesothelioma often surfaces years after exposure. The latency period, ranging from 20 to 50 years, means new cases can arise decades after contact with asbestos.
However, you only have a limited amount of time to file an asbestos trust fund claim after your diagnosis due to state laws called statutes of limitations. Once the time limit expires, you will lose your right to compensation.
Contact The Lyon Firm online or call (513) 496-1880 to ensure you don’t miss the deadlines for your claim.
