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Why should I contact a VCF lawyer?

Contacting a VCF Lawyer is the first step in reaching the VCF settlements and payouts you deserve from the 911 Victim Compensation Fund.

How are claims reviewed in the VCF?

As a general rule, claims are reviewed in “first in, first out” order based on the date the compensation claim was submitted. For claims submitted after August 1, 2016, this is the date the Claim Form was submitted. This means the VCF prioritizes claims that have been waiting longer before beginning review of newer submissions.

What information does the VCF have on VCF policies and procedures?

The VCF has detailed information on VCF policies and procedures. The resource includes information on eligibility criteria, the methodology used to calculate economic and non-economic loss, payment procedures, appeals and hearings, claims for deceased individuals, and information for claimants who are represented by an attorney for their claim.

What if I am not registered with the VCF?

If you are not sure whether you are registered with the VCF, or if you have questions related to Registration Deadlines, please call the VCF Helpline at 1-855-885-1555 for assistance. 2.7 Once I have registered, what is the deadline to file my claim? - Updated

How does the VCF work?

The VCF is operated by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and distribution of funds is managed by the Special Master. There are two phases to the VCF process: eligibility and compensation.

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What expenses are not reimbursable for VCF?

The following expenses are never reimbursable for VCF claims: Costs of printing, mailing, delivery, messenger services, and telephone calls. Any litigation expenses related to a claimant’s 9/11-related lawsuit (e.g., court filing fees, depositions costs), as such expenses are not related to the submission of a VCF claim.

How much can an attorney charge for a VCF?

Under the VCF Act, attorneys may not charge any individual more than 10% of the amount of the individual’s VCF award. The Special Master will not comment on any disagreement about payment of fees that may occur between an attorney and client. Attorneys who also charged their client a fee in connection with certain other September 11th- related ...

What is translation expense?

Translation expenses to have a document that is substantive to the claim and provided in a language other than English translated by a certified translator. Fees for a certified interpreter to accompany a non-English speaking claimant to a hearing.

What is the WTCHP?

The WTCHP gives 9/11 survivors and responders free medical care, treatment, and benefits for qualifying illnesses. To date, there are over 70 qualifying cancers and hundreds of medical conditions. Receiving these benefits and care is easy with the help of an experienced 9/11 attorney.

What is the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund?

The Victim Compensation Fund is a federal fund created to compensate 9/11 victims, including first responders and locals (residents, workers, students) in the Lower Manhattan area , who were exposed to toxins on the day of , and during the nine months following the attacks .

How many people have received help since 9/11?

Since 9/11 more than 100,000 people have applied for and received help for their 9/11-related illnesses and cancers. More than 35,000 people who were present near Ground Zero in the months after 9/11 will develop an illness or cancer related to the September 11th attacks in the next decade.

Is WTC Health Program a 9/11 victim compensation fund?

The WTC Health Program is inextricably linked to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund because unless you have a Physical medical condition that is both covered and certified by the WTC Health Program, you will never have a 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claim. Period, end of story. (Note the word physical).

When is the deadline to register a deceased person's compensation?

July 29, 2021 September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Registration Deadline. The deadline to register a deceased compensation claim for any family who lost a loved one more than two years ago due to any 9/11-related health condition (including over 70 types of cancer) is July 29, 2021.

When do you have to register for 9/11?

You were certified by the World Trade Center (“WTC”) Health Program for a 9/11-related physical health condition before July 29, 2019; or. Bottom line, many families and or individuals MUST register their potential claims by July 29, 2021, or they will forever lose their right to receive compensation.

Was 9/11 fraud a fraud?

The issue of 9/11 claim “fraud” has been in the papers recently with the arrests by the FBI of certain supposed “victims” claiming financial compensation. As a result, the Fund has made the evidence required to prove that victims were in the NYC Exposure Zone much tougher.