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What You Need to Know About the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Timeline
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What You Need to Know About the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Timeline The events of 9/11 impacted the lives of countless individuals. While it will never entirely compensate for the loss of loved ones, the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) was established to provide financial assistance to those affected. Since its inception in 2002, Sullivan…
Lung Cancer in 9/11 Survivors and Respondents
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The aftermath of 9/11 devastated many. Decades later, survivors and respondents still grapple with lingering health effects, including a heightened risk of developing lung cancer following exposure at the Twin Towers. Below, the experienced attorneys at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. describe the history of the lingering health effects in 9/11 survivors…
How to Claim Against the WTC Victim Compensation Fund
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September 11, 2001, will forever be remembered for its devastating effects on the United States. Family members died and fear consumed our nation. Years later, we know that people continue to suffer even though many laws and regulations have been put in place to prevent future disastrous terrorist attacks. Below, the experienced personal injury lawyers…
History of the Victim Compensation Fund
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After the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the United States was forever changed. Beginning on September 22, 2001, the first 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund was created by an act of Congress to provide compensation for victims who sustained injuries or died as a result of the terrorist attacks. The original Victim Compensation Fund was…
How Many Have Died From 9/11-Related Illnesses?
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The tragic events on September 11, 2001, left a lasting impact on countless lives. Throughout the tri-state area and beyond, families and friends lost loved ones and had their lives changed forever. The toxic chemicals and debris stirred up in the impact have left survivors of the attacks with wide-ranging health effects, compounding the tragedy….