Louisiana attorneys assist veterans with financial recovery for mesothelioma.

Louisiana – November 30, 2020

Many war veterans have suffered physical, emotional, and financial harms through illnesses related to asbestos toxic exposures. Mesothelioma manifests as a malignant tumor that is caused by inhaled asbestos fibers and forms in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart. The life expectancy for most mesothelioma patients is approximately 12 months after diagnosis. Veterans can receive assistance from the United States Government through financial and medical assistance programs at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These programs have been set up to address mesothelioma effects that diminish the quality of life, and is a factor in untimely death. An experienced toxic exposure attorney in Louisiana can assist victims of toxic exposure and their families.

Claims.

The U.S. Government cannot be sued for negative outcomes to service men and women who were exposed to asbestos and became ill because they were misled by companies who claimed asbestos was safe to use. Veterans may consider working with legal counsel experienced with Mesothelioma VA claims, who can streamline the application and follow-up processes. Mesothelioma patients may need more financial assistance to help cover medical bills and treatments than a veteran’s pension allows. Qualifying veterans may receive monetary benefits for:

Medical treatment,
Necessary medications,
Medical equipment,
At home care and nursing services,
Mental health counseling,
Physical therapy,
Dependents,
Burial and funeral expenses.

A skilled toxic exposure attorney can initiate a claim supported by proof of the exposure during service. VA compensation will be paid in accordance with the level of disability exhibited and the number of dependents. Those mesothelioma victims who suffer severe disability may be entitled to additional monthly income from the VA.

VA evaluation of loss.

Experienced toxic exposure attorneys can make certain that the paperwork filed covers the key components necessary for the VA to establish the toxic exposure claimed by citing a time period; assist with developing a narrative of the disease progression and diagnosis; assist with access to additional benefits even if individuals have already filed a claim and are receiving some benefits; and assist with appeals after VA denials for compensation due to asbestos-related illnesses.

Litigation.

Depending upon the severity of the illness, and the particulars of the individual case, lawyers may be able to find other avenues to secure compensation by taking legal action against companies that produced and supplied the asbestos products. The recovery of damages will address losses to victims who have become ill, and families who may have experienced loss because of exposure dangers. Personal injury attorneys who are skilled with toxic exposure claims and resultant illnesses will work with medical professionals to build a strong case. Mediation and arbitration can allow victims and businesses to achieve a successful damage award in some cases. Legal counsel can answer questions regarding the recovery of financial assistance through VA claims and damage compensation through civil litigation.

Damages.

Medical expenses.
Lost wages.
Pain and suffering.
Wrongful death.

Seek legal counsel.

Experienced attorneys at Stag Liuzza understand how important it is to seek financial assistance through VA benefits to combat mesothelioma’s negative effects, and through addressing the possibility of comprehensive financial awards for damages related to toxic exposure that caused long term illness leading to permanent disability, or death.

STAG LIUZZA, LLC

One Canal Place
365 Canal Street
Suite 2850
New Orleans, LA 70130

Ph: 504-593-9600
Fax: 504-593-9601

Sources.

https://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=110567

http://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=109387

http://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=109371

https://www.va.gov/search/?query=mesothelioma