Mesothelioma VA Benefits vs. Lawsuits

If you or a loved one served in the U.S. military and later developed a cancer called mesothelioma, you may be entitled to benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and compensation from a lawsuit.

Here is a breakdown of both:

• VA benefits: The VA offers monthly compensation and free or inexpensive health care to veterans with mesothelioma. Many veterans were exposed to asbestos, the only known cause of mesothelioma, while serving.
• Mesothelioma lawsuits: These lawsuits are filed against manufacturers of the asbestos-containing products a veteran was exposed to. The average lawsuit awards over $1 million.

Veterans with mesothelioma can still apply for VA benefits even if they file a lawsuit. When pursuing a legal claim, no action is taken against the military or government.

“We won five lawsuits. I relaxed a little more. I wasn’t so uptight worrying about how I’m going to pay for this. It took a lot of burden off my mind.”

— Art Putt, U.S. Army & Air Force veteran with mesothelioma

Get our Free Veterans Packet now to see how mesothelioma VA benefits and asbestos lawsuits can help you or a loved one get the compensation you deserve.

VA Benefits for Veterans With Mesothelioma

The VA provides a wide range of helpful benefits for veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma. In fact, veterans with this cancer typically receive a 100% disability rating from the VA, allowing them to maximize their benefits.

VA benefits for veterans with mesothelioma can include:

• Disability compensation: Disability payments provide monthly tax-free compensation to veterans with service-related illnesses. Married veterans typically receive $3,946.25 or more per month.
• VA health care: The VA health care system has some of the best cancer centers and mesothelioma doctors on staff. Thanks to VA health care, veterans can get the treatments they need at little to no cost to them.
• Survivor benefits: Family members who lost a loved one to mesothelioma may be eligible for a variety of benefits, including monthly payments known as VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) and compensation to help cover funeral costs.

We can help you file for mesothelioma VA benefits or increase your disability rating to 100% if eligible. Get started right now.

Mesothelioma Lawsuits for U.S. Veterans

You or a veteran you love may also qualify to file a mesothelioma lawsuit in addition to a VA benefits claim.

You may qualify to file a lawsuit since companies that made and sold asbestos-containing products hid the health risks for decades. A lawsuit can force these companies to compensate you for the harm done.

Here are some reasons to file a mesothelioma lawsuit:

• You can access more compensation: The average lawsuit awards $1 million or more in mesothelioma compensation. It would take decades to get this much money from monthly VA benefit payouts.
• You may get compensation faster: Many patients we’ve helped have started receiving lawsuit payments in 90 days or less. As of 2024, it takes over 150 days (5 months) to get a decision on a VA benefits claim.
• You won’t sue the U.S. military or government: Mesothelioma lawsuits are filed against private companies that made and sold asbestos-containing products. These companies hid the health risks for decades to make a profit.
• You can still file for VA benefits: You can file VA benefits claims and lawsuits at the same time. Our VA-accredited lawyers can help you apply for VA benefits and filing a lawsuit on your behalf so you can get the most money possible.
• You can get compensated with less stress: Almost all mesothelioma lawsuits reach out-of-court settlements, allowing you to get the financial compensation you deserve without going to trial. Lawyers can work to quickly reach a settlement.

Mesothelioma lawsuits can change your life for the better. For example, U.S. Navy veteran Walt Twidwell won a $40 million lawsuit after his pleural mesothelioma diagnosis, allowing him to afford the medical care he needed.

“I wasn’t suing the government, I wasn’t suing the U.S. Navy, I was suing the manufacturer.”

— Walt Twidwell, U.S. Navy veteran with mesothelioma

If eligible, our partner mesothelioma lawyers can help you quickly file an asbestos lawsuit. They’ll do all the work on your behalf, so there’s as little stress on you and your family as possible.

Other Legal Options to Get Mesothelioma Compensation

Besides filing for mesothelioma VA benefits and lawsuits, you may have other ways to get compensation.

For example, lawyers can help you file claims with asbestos trust funds if eligible. These trusts contain $30 billion and do not involve filing lawsuits.

Trusts were established by bankrupt asbestos companies, which can’t be sued. However, by working with top attorneys to file trust fund claims, you can get compensation.

You may also qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit if a loved one passed away from mesothelioma. These lawsuits award similar amounts to personal injury mesothelioma lawsuits — $1 million or more in many cases.

Get a Free Veterans Packet to learn more about your compensation options after a mesothelioma diagnosis.

We Can Help U.S. Veterans File VA Benefits Claims and Mesothelioma Lawsuits

If you or someone you love is facing a mesothelioma diagnosis after serving in the U.S. military, we’re here to help.

Thousands of U.S. veterans and their families have put their trust in the Mesothelioma Veterans Center to find out more about this cancer, get help accessing VA benefits, and secure compensation after a diagnosis.

Here are key points to remember about VA benefits and lawsuits:

• Our partner attorneys will prepare and file a lawsuit for you
• There is no upfront cost to work with our legal partners
• You can access compensation from a lawsuit and VA benefits at the same time
• You may be entitled to $1 million+ from a lawsuit and thousands of dollars a month from VA benefits
• You won’t sue the U.S. military or government

Call (877) 450-8973 now or get a Free Veterans Packet to learn how we can help you and your family pursue mesothelioma compensation.