How to File a Lung Disease Claim
Step-by-step guide to pursuing compensation for occupational lung disease. Workers' comp, personal injury, and trust fund claims explained.
Get Medical Documentation
Obtain comprehensive medical records, diagnosis, and expert opinion linking your condition to workplace exposure. Chest X-rays, CT scans, and pulmonary function tests are essential.
Document Employment History
Compile records of all jobs involving potential exposure. Include dates, locations, job duties, and any safety equipment provided or lacking.
Identify Responsible Parties
Determine all potentially liable parties: employers, manufacturers of products containing harmful substances, property owners, and contractors.
File Workers' Compensation
File a workers' comp claim with your employer. This provides benefits regardless of fault but may limit third-party claims in some states.
Consult a Specialized Attorney
Lung disease attorneys work on contingency and can identify all sources of compensation including bankruptcy trusts worth $30+ billion.
Pursue Third-Party Claims
In addition to workers' comp, you may sue manufacturers, property owners, or other negligent parties for full compensation including pain and suffering.
Types of Compensation Available
Medical Expenses
Past and future treatment costs
Lost Wages
Income lost due to illness
Disability
Permanent impairment compensation
Pain & Suffering
Non-economic damages
Wrongful Death
Compensation for surviving family
2026 Lung Disease Claim Statistics
$485,000
Average Settlement
$350,000
Median Settlement
$30B+
Trust Funds Available
2-3 Yrs
Avg Statute of Limitations