Firefighters Mesothelioma in New York
New York firefighters — particularly FDNY 9/11 first responders — face elevated mesothelioma rates from the WTC asbestos cloud (original WTC towers contained extensive asbestos fireproofing). World Trade Center Health Program + September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) reauthorized through 2090.
Firefighters in New York
New York firefighters — particularly FDNY 9/11 first responders — face elevated mesothelioma rates from the WTC asbestos cloud (original WTC towers contained extensive asbestos fireproofing). World Trade Center Health Program + September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) reauthorized through 2090.
Compensation Tracks Available
Three parallel tracks: (1) lawsuits — settlements average $1.0–$1.4 million; (2) trust fund claims (60+ trusts hold over $30 billion); (3) VA benefits for veterans (mesothelioma rated 100%).
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Authored by Michelle Whitman, reviewed by Paul Danziger, edited by Rod De Llano.