WV Asbestos Trust Claims: What You Need to Know

If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease in West Virginia, you may be eligible to file WV asbestos trust claims. These trusts were created to compensate workers and families exposed to asbestos by now-bankrupt companies. Filing a trust claim may provide financial relief without going to court—and a local attorney who understands West Virginia’s job sites and legal history can make all the difference.

Why Do Asbestos Trusts Exist?

Many of the largest asbestos manufacturers filed for bankruptcy protection in the 1980s and 1990s. As a condition of reorganization, courts required these companies to fund asbestos bankruptcy trusts. These trusts allow victims to receive compensation even after the responsible companies have shut down.

In West Virginia, thousands of workers were exposed at power plants, steel mills, foundries, and chemical facilities from Weirton to Charleston. These exposures have led to decades of suffering—and just compensation is long overdue.

How WV Asbestos Trust Claims Work

A successful WV asbestos trust claim requires:

• Documented medical diagnosis (mesothelioma, lung cancer, etc.)
• Proof of exposure at qualifying job sites
• Product identification if available
• Timely filing based on each trust’s statute of limitations

Each asbestos trust has its own rules, forms, and evidence requirements. Some may require witness affidavits or work history documentation from union records or Social Security. Experienced legal counsel can manage the entire process—from gathering evidence to submitting claims and appeals.

👉 Visit our West Virginia asbestos job site list to get started.

You Don’t Need to Go to Court

Unlike lawsuits, asbestos trust claims are administrative claims handled outside of court. Trusts usually offer expedited or individual review tracks, depending on how much detail is provided. If you qualify, a payout can happen faster than through litigation, and in many cases, multiple claims may be filed with different trusts.

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Call Today for Help with WV Asbestos Trust Claims

I’ve represented thousands of West Virginia asbestos victims and their families over the last 35 years—starting in 1988 when I matched exposure to job sites manually in Morgantown. Whether you’re in Brooke County, Kanawha County, or anywhere in between, I’ll help you file your WV asbestos trust claims with care, urgency, and experience.

📞 Call 412-781-0525 or fill out this form:

You may be entitled to compensation, even if the company responsible has gone bankrupt. Let’s make sure your claim gets what it deserves.