Prince Edward Island
Mesothelioma Compensation Lawyers in Prince Edward Island
Compensation is available to those in Prince Edward Island diagnosed with mesothelioma, and Asbestos Canada is committed to guiding you through the process. Whether you or a family member has suffered from asbestos exposure, you have options. Currently, there are over 30 different asbestos trusts for compensation to ensure bankrupt companies are held responsible for the health issues they’re directly responsible for causing. However, finding those you qualify for can be an exhausting search without the help of qualified lawyers like us. Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your condition.
The Story Behind Asbestos Trust Claims
Scientists have known about the dangers of asbestos for over 100 years. Due to poor regulations, nothing was done to protect the average person from asbestos until more recently. Large corporations took advantage of this and purposefully hid the fact that asbestos causes cancer and severe illness. What’s even worse is that these companies got together to cover up the dangers of asbestos. They purposefully didn’t put warnings on asbestos products because they thought it would hurt their profits. When companies put profits over lives, consumers and employees suffer. After many years of people dying from mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure, these large companies that sold asbestos products were sued so many times in US courts that they gave up and set up asbestos trust funds for victims of their products.
Asbestos Workplace Exposure in PEI
Whether it’s a school, office building, healthcare facility, or industrial complex, many buildings in the Prince Edward Island area contain asbestos because its use in various building materials has been so widespread for decades. While asbestos in building materials doesn’t pose a threat if left undisturbed, the fibres become airborne during renovations and remodelling projects, and there are strict guidelines for abatement and disposal procedures. Even as recently as 2020, PEI’s workers’ compensation board has revised the rules for contractors removing asbestos from buildings during these projects and updated the guidelines about contractor certifications, air sampling frequency, and clear definitions of what materials contain asbestos.
Asbestos Trust Funds vs. Workers’ Compensation
Employees exposed to asbestos in the workplace can either apply for asbestos trust funds or file for workers’ compensation, but not both. Workers’ compensation is familiar to most people, but it’s important to remember that this system is designed to protect employers. Insurance companies will often work to limit payouts in these cases.
Asbestos trust funds, by contrast, can provide significantly higher compensation in many situations. Our firm has obtained over $200 million in settlements during more than 20 years of representing clients, including:
- Construction workers
- Shipyard Workers
- Automotive industry mechanics
- Power Plant Workers
Speak With a PEI Asbestos Trust Fund Lawyer
Your best chance to receive fair compensation for asbestos exposure in Prince Edward Island is with the assistance of Asbestos Canada. It can be hard to figure out which trusts to apply to, and we have an extensive database of companies and products to compare with your circumstances and history. Let us guide you through the trust system for thorough and accurate claims. In order to have a valid claim, you’ll need a medical report that proves you have mesothelioma and information that proves you were exposed to asbestos. From there, we can ensure all the appropriate steps are followed for processing. Contact us to discuss your claim today.
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