An unfortunate reality: the high cost of asbestos lung cancer’s medical expenses

It is tragic when you or someone you know has been diagnosed with lung cancer, but it is egregious when that lung cancer was caused by asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a toxic substance that most companies knew would kill people, but they kept that information secret for over 100 years [LINK to Johns-Manville asbestos]. 100 years of asbestos exposure in America has caused tens of thousands of deaths. It may have taken the life of someone very close to you – you are not alone in your grief. Something you should never have to worry about when being diagnosed with this insidious disease is medical expenses. When your life is at stake, you cannot afford to choose second-rate treatment; but what if you cannot afford first-rate treatment?

Because your lung cancer was caused by asbestos exposure, you have the option to pursue financial compensation from the companies responsible for your illness. Weitz & Luxenberg can help you in this pursuit. Collectively, we have secured more than $3 billion in successful verdicts and settlements for individuals just like you, or you spouse. Financial compensation can help cover all of your medical expenses.

Contact Weitz & Luxenberg by filling out the form on this page for more information on pursuing financial compensation.

How much does asbestos lung cancer cost?

The treatment for asbestos-related lung cancer is similar to the treatment for mesothelioma. Collectively, medical expenses can exceed $1 million (Epw.senate.gov).

What goes into treatment for lung cancer?

The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization listed the following as possible medical expenses:

Surgery
Radiation
Chemotherapy
Medication & Oxygen
Home Health/Hospice
Psychiatry
Travel to medical centers

In addition to these, clinical trials are an excellent way of exploring cutting edge treatments that could improve your prognosis. If you qualify for a clinical trial, it is typically free, but the travel and lodging expenses are not. It is common for insurance companies NOT to cover these expenses.

If you are the breadwinner of the family, general life expenses is also a serious concern. Lung cancer is debilitating, and the treatment often requires extensive recovery time. You will likely be unable to work for long periods of time.

Weitz & Luxenberg can help you take care of medical expenses and more

Not only can financial compensation from a lawsuit cover all of your medical expenses, but it can also afford you the freedom to travel and stay in areas that are conducting clinical trials. In addition, Weitz & Luxenberg can help you receive enough compensation so that you and your family are financially stable during the entire duration of your treatment.

The bottom line is that the companies that made you sick, knew that you were going to get sick. They intentionally did nothing to protect you. Weitz & Luxenberg believes that this is an awful offense. Many of these companies have already set up trusts to compensate the many people who have and will develop asbestos-related diseases. We can help pinpoint the exact companies responsible for your lung cancer, and make sure they pay for your illness.

To get started, simply fill out the form on this page, or call us at (800) 476-6070.

Sources

Epw.senate.gov: http://epw.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=Files.View&FileStore_id=8915cec5-1160-4207-947b-d3d407dcba6b