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How Do I Appeal the Decision on My Claim?

12/28/20 5:54 AM

Appeal VCF Claim When to appeal a VCF award can be complicated. The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund provides vital compensation to victims (first responders, residents, downtown workers, and students) of the 9/11 attacks窶巴oth those who suffered immediate injuries at the 9/11 scene and those who were exposed to hazardous chemicals during the weeks or months after 9/11 that they spent near Ground Zero. The program provides for an award of tax-free payment to the downtown community of residents and area workers, helping them to rebuild their lives in the aftermath of cancer or other serious illnesses related to their exposure to the dust in the air during the many months after the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

9/11-Caused Ovarian Cancer and Invasive Cervical and Other Female Cancers

12/26/20 5:41 AM

9/11-Caused Ovarian Cancer in New York The dust from 9/11 is the cause of ovarian in first responders as well as the downtown residents, workers, and students, who are often eligible for lifetime coverage and treatment through the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program and an award of compensation from the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF). The dust and fumes from the collapse of the towers also caused many rare cancers, including cancer of the. Quite significantly, uterine cancer and non-invasive cancers of the vulva, cervix, and uteri are NOT considered to be related to the 9/11 fallout and, as a result, are not covered by the WTC Health Program or the VCF.

September 11 and Childhood Cancers

12/24/20 5:27 AM

September 11 and Childhood Cancers Childhood cancers caused by 9/11 are among the most tragic. IN 2001, there were 29 窶� elementary, intermediate, and high schools 窶� located in the 9/11 Disaster Area. These students, and even preschool-aged children who lived with their families in the Disaster Area, are among the youngest of the ﾃ箙ﾑｳﾔｹﾏ: Those who happened to be in Lower Manhattan on September 11, 2001, and in the months that followed, because they lived or. Some recall sitting in class when they saw the dust cloud on 9/11 and the dust in their neighborhood for months afterward. Others were too young to remember the events of that day at all.

September 11th and Lung Cancer 窶� Malignant Neoplasm of Bronchus and Lung

12/24/20 3:08 AM

9/11 Lung Cancer

The 9/11 dust caused lung cancer in countless first responders, downtown workers, residents, and other people exposed in lower Manhattan on 9/11 and during the many months after. Lung and other cancers in the 9/11 exposed population are linked to the exposure to many carcinogenic agents near the WTC, including arsenic, asbestos, beryllium, cadmium, chromium, nickel, silica dust, and soot. A decade after the attack, scientists released information about, including jet fuel, building materials, asbestos, and other toxic ingredients.

When Can I Expedite or Accelerate My 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Award Payout?

12/20/20 2:27 AM

From start to finish, it can take anywhere from 18-30 months to process the typical 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) Claim. But what if you can窶冲 wait 18 窶� 30 months to get your compensation award? Depending on the severity of your medical condition and/or financial hardship, we may be able to .

Out-of-State Responders

12/8/20 12:25 PM

VCF Awards and Medical Care for Out-of-State Responders

On September 11, 2001, right after the World Trade Center towers were hit and collapsed, thousands of local NYC men and women first responders rushed to the scene to help. Within just hours, many individuals and groups of out-of-state responders and volunteers quickly made their way to the disaster site to selflessly respond to what was not just an attack on NYC, but an attack on our country. Faced with the most dangerous and deadliest attack on our nation, first responders and volunteers from our surrounding states (and from many states across the country) all rushed to aid New York City. Even as the days and months passed, many and volunteers stayed or continued to come to help in the cleanup and recovery at Ground Zero.

9/11 Volunteers Who Have Fallen Ill

12/8/20 7:04 AM

Seeking Compensation and Care for 9/11 Volunteers

The attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001, led to a massive nationwide response, with volunteers pouring into the area to deliver much-needed aid and assistance at Ground Zero.

What Happens If a Victim Passes Away After Filing a VCF Claim?

12/7/20 11:46 PM

A tragic trend that is becoming more and more common is that a 9/11responder or survivor (an area resident, worker, or student) dies before their September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) is decided. At this point, the family of the 9/11 victim needs answers to many questions: Does the 9/11 VCF claim continue? Is the family entitled to additional compensation? What if the deceased victim had a will or trust? Does the family need to go to the Surrogate窶冱 Court? Read on for more information.

Do I Need a Lawyer to File a 9/11-Related Claim?

11/7/20 11:08 PM

Following a 9/11-related cancer diagnosis or another serious health issue, you may have the right to file a claim with the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF). You likely have a lot of questions about the process, what compensation you should seek and is available, and you may also wonder if you need a lawyer to file a through the VCF. Read on for more information.

Out-of-State Responders

9/30/20 7:45 AM

VCF Awards and Medical Care for Out-of-State Responders

On September 11, 2001, as the Twin Towers collapsed, thousands of men and women first responders rushed to the pile to help. Many of those first responders were groups of out-of-state responders and volunteers who quickly made their way to the disaster site when most would have rushed away. In the face of danger, first responders, construction workers, and volunteers from our surrounding states (and from many states across the country), counties, and towns rushed to aid New York City and its residents, workers, and students. Even as the days and months passed, many out-of-state responders stayed or continued to come to help in the cleanup and recovery at Ground Zero.

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