Louisiana lawyers process Veteran’s mesothelioma claims citing toxic exposure.

Louisiana – August 23, 2021

OSHA considers “Exposure,” or “exposed” to mean that an individual is endangered by a toxic substance, or harmful physical agent in the course of employment, or military service through any route of entry, including inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, or absorption, etc., and includes past exposure and potential, either accidental or possible exposure.  Exposure does not include situations where the employer can demonstrate that the toxic substance, or harmful physical agent is not used, handled, stored, generated, or present in the workplace in any manner different from typical non-occupational situations.  Legal counsel must provide evidence that reveals a relationship between toxic exposure and illness, or death.

Mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma manifests as a malignant tumor that is caused by inhaled asbestos fibers and forms in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart resulting in physical, emotional, and financial suffering for individuals. Symptoms can include shortness of breath and chest pain. The life expectancy for most mesothelioma patients is approximately 12 months after diagnosis.

Veterans exposed to risk.

Veterans who have contracted mesothelioma through their service can file claims for assistance with their medical care and other related losses for themselves, and their families in Louisiana.  An experienced toxic exposure attorney can guide filing actions and help with claim documentation.  Veterans can file claims because asbestos exposure is the only known cause of the disease, there is no cure and treatment is expensive, the risk of asbestos was not disclosed to the military, and veterans were put more at risk because of  the widespread use of asbestos-laden products between 1930 and 1980. They may be eligible to 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.

Attorneys  assist with claims.

Legal counsel can streamline Mesothelioma VA claims applications and follow-up processes.  Mesothelioma patients may need more financial assistance to help cover medical bills and treatments than a veteran’s pension allows.  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. A skilled toxic exposure attorney can initiate a claim supported by proof of the exposure during periods of military service.  VA compensation will be paid in accordance with the level of disability exhibited and the number of dependents the claimant has.  Veterans who suffer severe disability may be entitled to additional monthly income from the VA.

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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