Here are answers to common questions:

Is this a lawsuit?

No. Over 90% of lung cancer cases are NOT lawsuits.  They are claims made against bankruptcy trust funds that have billions of dollars set aside to compensate asbestos victims.

Companies that made asbestos containing products were required to set up trust funds to pay people who got lung cancer. Most lung cancer victims who file a claim receive a dozen or more checks from various trust funds.  

How fast can I get paid?

The speed at which you receive the checks depends on the individual trust funds.  Most people start receiving their first checks within a year and receive all or most of their checks within two years. 

At LungCancerHero ® we believe anyone with asbestos-related diseases should get their payouts fast. That’s why we’ve partnered with legal teams that process these claims as quickly as possible.

How much money can I receive?

Where you worked, what you did, and how much asbestos you were around can all impact your payout. Typically, most lung cancer victims who file claims against the bankruptcy trust funds receive tens of thousands of dollars. Every lung cancer case is different, but our skilled legal teams can help get the most money possible in the shortest amount of time.

Click on these testimonials of people who we have already helped and have already received their checks.

I smoked, does that mean I can’t file a claim?

No! Most lung cancer victims who receive payouts have smoked.  Smoking does not stop you from receiving life changing money.  How is that possible? Because smoking and asbestos exposure can both cause lung cancer.

What are the steps to get paid?

1. Speak with Laura or Caroline at Lung Cancer Hero.  

Our friendly staff (Laura is also a nurse) will ask you some basic questions about your work in the past.

2. Your Lung Cancer Lawyer Starts the Process.

If your case looks promising, we will connect you to your own lung cancer lawyer who will process all the paperwork for you.  The lawyer may ask you further details on your work history in order to get you as much money as possible.  Behind the scenes, your lawyer will order social security and medical records that show you were diagnosed with lung cancer.

3. Your Claim Gets Filed.

Once your asbestos lawyer has organized your information, they’ll file claims against the appropriate bankruptcy trust funds.  There are about 70 trust funds and your lawyer has to pick the right ones. These funds pay on a first in first out basis so the sooner you file, the sooner you get paid.

4. Receive Compensation.

You will receive compensation once the claims are reviewed and signed off by the various funds.  

Is there a reason I should do this right away?

Yes! This is important.  The amount of time you have to file an asbestos claim is limited due to laws called statutes of limitations. Typically, you’ll only have a couple of years after being diagnosed with an asbestos disease to file a legal claim.

Don’t miss the deadlines because if you do, you can’t get any compensation. And remember also that tens of thousands of cancer victims file these claims every year. This means the sooner you file yours the sooner you are in line to receive your checks.

Find out your eligibility with a free case review right now.