Mesothelioma Compensation

Filing Compensation Claims for Mesothelioma

You may feel financially overwhelmed if you or a family member who served has mesothelioma. The good news is that you may qualify for compensation to cover expenses and get peace of mind.

Many veterans, civilians, and families have quickly secured millions of dollars, easing financial worries related to mesothelioma treatments, lost wages, and more.

Mesothelioma Financial Compensation Key Facts

The average compensation for mesothelioma claims is over $1 million, with some veterans getting even more.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits usually award $4,158.17 a month to veterans with mesothelioma.
Our legal partners have secured $10.6 billion to date for patients like you.
Pursuing legal mesothelioma compensation does not involve suing the military and won’t affect your VA benefit payouts.
Many veterans have started to receive money in under 90 days with our help.

The Mesothelioma Veterans Center has partnered with top asbestos law firms, Sokolove Law and Simmons Hanly Conroy, to assist U.S. veterans. These firms have VA-accredited lawyers and fellow U.S. veterans on staff who can help you pursue compensation.

Get a free case review to start pursuing mesothelioma compensation claims.

How Much Is Asbestos Compensation for Veterans?

The average mesothelioma payout is over $1 million, with many U.S. veterans receiving even higher payouts depending on the nature of their case.

Notable mesothelioma payouts secured by our legal partners include:

$40.1 million

for a U.S. Navy veteran from Washington

$4 million

for a U.S. Navy veteran from Massachusetts

$2.9 million

for a U.S. Air Force veteran from South Carolina

$3.9 million

to a U.S. Army veteran from Maryland

$2.92 million

for a U.S. Air Force veteran from Wisconsin

$3.78 million

to a U.S. Navy veteran from Pennsylvania

$2.69 million

to a U.S. Marine Corps veteran from Kansas

$34 million

to a U.S. Army veteran from California

You and your family can use mesothelioma financial compensation for anything, allowing you to focus on your health without worrying about expenses.

The first payouts typically start in 90 days when you work with our legal partners, and in over 99% of cases, there’s no need for an in-court trial.

Call (877) 450-8973 now to get a better idea about how much compensation for mesothelioma could be available in your case.

Types of Mesothelioma and Asbestos Compensation Claims

There are three main ways to pursue mesothelioma compensation: VA benefits, lawsuits, and asbestos trust fund claims. You may be able to get money from all three. Learn about the different types of compensation for mesothelioma below.

Mesothelioma VA Benefits

You may be eligible for mesothelioma VA benefits if you were exposed to asbestos while serving. All military branches used asbestos in bases, ships, and vehicles before the early 1980s.

The VA considers mesothelioma to be a 100% disability, so you can get maximum compensation and the lowest health care co-pays.

Key financial mesothelioma VA benefits include:

$4,158.17 a month through disability payouts
Free or inexpensive VA health care
Monthly pension plans if you’re below the poverty line
Reimbursement for burial and other funeral honors
Survivor benefits for next of kin

“Benefits like monthly disability compensation, health insurance, and survivors' resources go a long way toward making life easier after a diagnosis.”

– Major Jonathan Nelson (Ret), VA-accredited attorney & Marine Corps veteran

Major Nelson, our in-house VA-accredited attorney, can help you file for VA benefits for free. Most other VA-accredited agents take a fee, but not us.

Mesothelioma Lawsuits

Our legal partners can file an asbestos lawsuit on your behalf to seek mesothelioma financial compensation. Mesothelioma lawsuits award between $1 million and $11.4 million on average.

These lawsuits are filed against companies that made and sold asbestos-containing products. The military and government aren’t sued. You can still get VA benefits if you file an asbestos lawsuit, too.

“Veterans with mesothelioma can file lawsuits and VA benefits claims at the same time. I encourage veterans to do both so they can receive the full compensation they need and deserve. VA benefits only go so far.”

– Ricky LeBlanc, VA-accredited asbestos attorney at Sokolove Law

Mesothelioma Settlements & Trial Verdicts

Almost all mesothelioma lawsuits settle out of court. A mesothelioma settlement is worth $1 million to $1.4 million on average.

Experienced mesothelioma lawyers will fight hard to secure strong settlements as quickly as possible, but can also present the case at trial if needed.

Use our Free Attorney Checklist to find the best mesothelioma compensation lawyers for your case.

Asbestos Trust Funds

You can potentially get compensation without filing a lawsuit through asbestos trust funds. Over $30 billion is set aside in asbestos trust funds today.

You could start to get money from asbestos compensation funds quickly, often in 90 days or less after filing.

Our legal partners can help you pursue money from mesothelioma compensation funds in addition to payouts from lawsuits and VA claims.

Who Is Eligible for Mesothelioma Compensation?

If you’re a civilian or U.S. veteran with mesothelioma, you could potentially qualify for asbestos cancer compensation.

The only cause of mesothelioma is asbestos exposure. Manufacturers of asbestos-containing products hid the dangers from military service members and the public. You can pursue payouts from these companies through the legal system.

“Even if you’re not sure you have a valid case, be sure to reach out. We’ll listen to your story and guide you on the next steps. If you move forward, we’ll determine how you were exposed and gather the evidence to prove it.”

– Corporal Michael Stewart (Ret), U.S. veteran and Simmons Hanly Conroy attorney

Mesothelioma Compensation for Family Members

Family members, loved ones, and representatives of a mesothelioma patient’s estate may all qualify to pursue asbestos cancer compensation claims.

If a veteran you love passes away, you could file a wrongful death lawsuit to pursue a payout. You could also continue a lawsuit if they filed one but died before it concluded.

Examples of compensation for mesothelioma after death include:

$3.47 million

for the family of a Tennessee Navy veteran

$1.3 million

to the family of a Washington Army veteran

$1.8 million

for the family of an Illinois Army veteran

$1.9 million

to the family of a Florida Navy veteran

$3.3 million

for the family of an Ohio Marine Corps veteran

$4.3 million

for the family of an California Marine Corps veteran

Asbestos compensation after death can help you and your loved ones pay for funeral costs, afford leftover medical bills, and get closure.

Call (877) 450-8973 for help pursuing mesothelioma financial compensation if a veteran has been diagnosed with or died from this cancer.

How Can Mesothelioma Compensation Help Me?

Mesothelioma compensation can help you afford expenses related to diagnosis and treatment, as well as everyday bills, travel costs, and much more.

You can use mesothelioma compensation for:

Health care: Mesothelioma treatments can be very expensive, costing $400,000 or more, and insurance may not cover everything. Mesothelioma compensation for medical care is crucial to getting the treatment you deserve.
Lost wages: You or your loved ones may have to stop working during your cancer battle. Mesothelioma compensation can help replace this lost income.
Travel costs: Mesothelioma is a rare cancer, so you may not live close to doctors who can treat it. Mesothelioma compensation claims can help you afford these travel bills.
Other expenses: You can use mesothelioma financial compensation for anything you see fit, like groceries, transportation, home health care, and other expenses.

After his mesothelioma diagnosis, U.S. veteran Art Putt worked with our team to get money that covered all the costs his family faced.

“We gave all that money to our kids, paid all their debts off, paid our house off, and made our life a little easier because we had no financial worries.”

– Art Putt, U.S. veteran with mesothelioma

How to Claim for Asbestos Compensation: 4 Simple Steps

Working with our legal partners at Sokolove Law and Simmons Hanly Conroy makes it easier to pursue mesothelioma compensation.

The asbestos lawyers in our network take on the legal work for you at no upfront cost. They’ll fight to get you the payouts you deserve while you spend time with loved ones and managing your health.

Here’s a look at the steps to access asbestos compensation:

Get a free case review: Find out your eligibility for mesothelioma claims payouts and connect with experienced asbestos attorneys.
Gather evidence: Lawyers at your mesothelioma law firm will gather evidence, such as medical records, military service documents, and work history information, to show why you deserve compensation from asbestos companies.
File a mesothelioma compensation claim: Once your legal team has collected all the required information, they will file claims and lawsuits on your behalf. You won’t have to handle this yourself.
Receive mesothelioma compensation: Your attorneys will keep you updated as your asbestos case moves forward and notify you when they have secured mesothelioma compensation.

“We'll handle the work of filing a lawsuit from start to finish on your behalf — so you can get the money you need with minimal extra stress.”

– Captain Brian J. Cooke (Ret), U.S. veteran and Simmons Hanly Conroy attorney

Take the first step toward getting compensation with a free case review right now.

Mesothelioma Compensation Deadlines

You typically only have a fixed amount of time to pursue asbestos compensation. The ‌time limit to apply for mesothelioma compensation depends on which type of claims you file.

Here’s a breakdown of the time limits by claim:

Mesothelioma lawsuits are limited by statutes of limitations, which range from 1-6 years, depending on the state.
Asbestos trust funds set their own limits on how long you have to file a claim, with most allowing for several years after a diagnosis.
VA benefits don’t have a deadline but can take months to process. Since mesothelioma is so aggressive, it’s in your best interest to file as soon as possible.

Connect with our team as soon as you’re diagnosed to ensure your mesothelioma claims are filed in time.

How Long Does It Take to Get Compensation for Mesothelioma?

When you work with our legal partners, you may start to get mesothelioma legal compensation in as little as 90 days. It may take up to a year or more to receive all of the compensation you are owed.

For the VA, you’ll start to get asbestos exposure compensation once your benefits claim is processed. You will get monthly payouts moving forward.

“Veterans who file lawsuits with our help often start to get money in just a few months, with many receiving millions of dollars. Also, VA-accredited attorneys like myself can fight to quickly get you the military benefits you deserve, giving you and your family one less thing to worry about.”

– Major Jonathan Nelson (Ret), VA-accredited attorney & Marine Corps veteran

Do you have questions about mesothelioma compensation? Ask VA-accredited attorney Jonathan Nelson now!

Other Mesothelioma Compensation Options

Besides lawsuits, trust fund claims, and VA benefits, there are a few other ways you may be able to access compensation for mesothelioma.

Additional mesothelioma financial options include:

Long-term disability insurance: This provides monthly payouts if you cannot work for an extended period. Mesothelioma is considered a long-term disability since it has no cure.
Medicaid and Medicare: These government programs may help pay for medical expenses after a mesothelioma diagnosis.
Mesothelioma organizations: Groups like the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation and CancerCare offer financial assistance to cover patients’ travel expenses and other out-of-pocket costs.
Mesothelioma workers' compensation: You may be able to access workers' compensation for mesothelioma. However, payouts from asbestos lawsuits often pay out much more.
Private insurance: Depending on your plan and provider, private health insurance can help with your mesothelioma health care costs.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): You're eligible for SSDI if you have mesothelioma since the cancer is often terminal.

You can explore these and other options to help reduce the costs that come with a mesothelioma diagnosis.

Claim Asbestos Compensation for Mesothelioma Now

After bravely serving your country, you didn’t deserve to get a life-threatening cancer like mesothelioma. You deserve financial compensation to cover your expenses.

The Mesothelioma Veterans Center and our partner law firms, Sokolove Law and Simmons Hanly Conroy, can help you quickly pursue financial payouts at no cost to you.

We’re ready to help veterans like you:

File for VA benefits worth $4,158.17 monthly
Pursue some of the $30 billion+ in trust funds
Seek legal compensation worth $1 million+
Explore other financial resources to help you and your family

Get a free case review or call (877) 450-8973 now to connect with our team and see if you can pursue mesothelioma compensation and VA benefits.

Compensation for Mesothelioma FAQs

What's the average payout for mesothelioma victims?

The average compensation for mesothelioma claims is typically worth over $1 million. Many veterans and civilians have received more with our help.

Our legal partners recently recovered over $34 million for a U.S. veteran from California with mesothelioma, for example.

We can assist you and your family in recovering as much mesothelioma compensation as possible in the shortest amount of time.

How can Navy veterans with lung cancer or mesothelioma get compensation?

If you're suffering from lung cancer or mesothelioma after serving in the U.S. Navy, we can help you get compensation in different ways.

For instance, you can work with us to file for VA disability payouts worth $4,158.17 monthly. We can also pursue legal claims usually worth $1 million or more without suing the military or affecting your VA benefits.

Our legal partners secured over $40 million for Walt Twidwell, who developed mesothelioma after working with asbestos boilers on Navy ships.

Get a free case review to find out how much you could potentially receive by taking legal action after a mesothelioma diagnosis.

Can I get mesothelioma compensation for medical care?

Yes, you can pursue mesothelioma compensation to help cover treatment expenses. This can be very helpful because mesothelioma can cost over $400,000 to treat, and insurance may not cover all the expenses.

“It’s very possible that you may need compensation from settlements and lawsuits just to survive,” said Alan Bonnin, a U.S. Army veteran with mesothelioma.

We were able to help Alan’s family recover significant payouts to afford his treatments and keep his family financially secure.

What is the highest settlement for mesothelioma?

The Mesothelioma Veterans Center’s legal partner Simmons Hanly Conroy recovered the highest mesothelioma payout on record, which was $250 million for a U.S. steelworker.

To date, Simmons Hanly Conroy has secured over $10.6 Billion through mesothelioma settlements and verdicts.

Call (877) 450-8973 now to find out if you qualify to work with our partner mesothelioma law firms to recover settlements.

What is a typical mesothelioma settlement?

Mesothelioma settlements typically award $1 million to $1.4 million, according to Mealey’s® Litigation Report.

With that said, how much you could receive varies depending on factors like your diagnosis, overall health, and which asbestos-containing products you were exposed to.

The Mesothelioma Veterans Center’s legal partners, Sokolove Law and Simmons Hanly Conroy, can work to pursue the strongest settlements on your behalf.

Can I get compensation for other asbestos-related diseases?

Yes, if you have an asbestos-related illness like asbestosis or lung cancer, you might be eligible for compensation.

Our legal partners have recovered millions of dollars for veterans and civilians with asbestos-related diseases. In one recent case, $1.57 million was secured for a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and boilermaker with lung cancer.

Is mesothelioma workers compensation available?

Yes, you may be eligible to access workers compensation after a mesothelioma diagnosis. However, be sure to consult with an asbestos attorney first before applying.

Asbestos lawsuits, VA benefits, and trust fund claims could potentially award significantly more compensation than workers compensation for mesothelioma ever could.

What is mesothelioma death compensation?

Mesothelioma death compensation can help your family start to heal if a loved one passed away from this cancer. The average mesothelioma wrongful death claim is worth $1 million or more.

Our legal partners at Sokolove Law and Simmons Hanly Conroy may be able to help recover compensation if a loved one died from mesothelioma. Get a free case review now to learn more.

How much money can be expected to be paid out from a mesothelioma case?

While each case is unique and there are no guarantees, many legal claims have awarded more than $1 million in mesothelioma compensation.

Experienced attorneys at top mesothelioma law firms can help determine how much money may be available in your specific situation.

How long does it take to receive a mesothelioma settlement?

Many other mesothelioma patients have started to receive settlement compensation within 90 days of contacting our partner law firms.

Most mesothelioma patients will be able to recover settlements from multiple asbestos companies depending on which products they were exposed to. As a result, they’ll receive different payouts at different times.

In many situations, patients continue to get settlement payouts over the course of a year.