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WHO HIRES A 9/11 LAWYER?

Generally, 9/11 lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means that they are paid out of the proceeds of a successful claim. At Pitta & Baione LLP, we do not bill our clients at any point, and we only get paid if you get paid.

Due to the complexities of navigating the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP) as well as the September 11 Victim Compensation Fund (VCF), many 9/11 survivors and responders choose to be represented by a 9/11 lawyer.

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DO I NEED A 9/11 LAWYER TO FILE A CLAIM FOR FINANCIAL OR HEALTH BENEFITS?

Benefits under the WTCHP and the VCF are only available to those 9/11 victims who can demonstrate that they suffer from a 9/11-related health condition. Incomplete or insufficient documentation is the number one cause of delayed or denied claims.

Our 9/11 lawyers have years of experience in gathering and verifying the evidence needed to successfully prove a claim. They are also experienced with handling complex issues such as:

Navigating the different eligibility requirements (e.g., responder, survivor, etc.).
Submitting a complete, accurate, and timely application.
Proving economic and non-economic losses associated with health conditions to the VCF.
Determining a person’s eligibility based on exposure zones, including possible claims for people South of Houston Street (North of Canal Street).

Rules and deadlines under the WTCHP and the VCF change frequently. Clients may risk losing benefits if they are not aware of any changes in the law. The 9/11 lawyers at Pitta & Baione LLP actively monitor program rules so that we can help our clients stay ahead of any changes.

FASTER ACCESS TO YOUR 9/11 BENEFITS

A 9/11 lawyer can help ensure that you have access to your health and financial benefits when you need them. He or she will work with you to gather and verify evidence for your claim. And, if your claim is denied, your lawyer will provide additional information or represent you in an appeal. Be aware that if you are terminally ill, in rapidly deteriorating health, or struggling with financial hardship, you may not be able to afford to wait until your claim can be processed.

Hiring an attorney can help make applying to the World Trade Center Health Program and receiving compensation from the Victim Compensation Fund a simpler, more streamlined process. These programs can help provide 9/11 survivors with life-saving and life-improving care.

World Trade Center Health Program

Fully funded through 2090. Physical and Psychological Conditions.

South of Houston Street — 9/11/01 – 7/31/02

1 Benefits

Free healthcare for covered conditions
Monitoring
Treatment
Medication
2 COVERED CONDITIONS

70+ Cancers
Aerodigestive Disorders
Lung Diseases
Acute tramatic Injuries
Musculosketeal Disorders
Psychological Conditions
3 ELIGIBLITY

Exposure Groups

a. Survivors
Individuals present south of Huston Street and within a 1.5 mile radius from the former WTC-site in any capacity between 9/11/01-7/30/02 (area worker, resident, student, caretaker, visitor, etc.).

b. Responders
Generally: Ground Zero; Fresh Kills; debris removal route (piers, barges, transfer stations); garage where vehicale were cleaned and rehabilitated: Medical Examiner’s Office; temporary morgues.

CALL A 9/11 LAWYER AT PITTA & BAIONE LLP FOR COUNSEL FROM START TO FINISH

Pitta & Baione LLP is one of the only 9/11 law firms that handles every step of the claims process for our clients – from registering a claim to gathering evidence and medical records to preparing all application forms and supporting documentation, as well as amending or appealing claims if needed.

Notably, Pitta & Baione LLP is also the firm that other lawyers call when they need a 9/11 lawyer. We represent attorneys who practice in areas such as complex securities transactions and litigation, commercial litigation, real estate transactions and litigation, criminal law, civil rights, labor and employment law, government relations, medical malpractice, and – most significantly – personal injury.

Working with a knowledgeable and experienced 9/11 lawyer can help ensure that you receive all the benefits you deserve without unnecessary delays. Call Pitta & Baione LLP at 844-901-1296 and let us help you initiate a claim.

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1 WHO HIRES A 9/11 LAWYER?
2 DO I NEED A 9/11 LAWYER TO FILE A CLAIM FOR FINANCIAL OR HEALTH BENEFITS?
- 2.1 FASTER ACCESS TO YOUR 9/11 BENEFITS
3 CALL A 9/11 LAWYER AT PITTA & BAIONE LLP FOR COUNSEL FROM START TO FINISH

Eligible
for Compensation?

No one should have to bear the costs of battling a 9/11 cancer or illness alone. It only takes a few minutes to see if you may be eligible for free healthcare benefits and other compensation. Having a lawyer by your side can help you maximize the benefits you receive, and ensure your rights are protected.

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As a Pentagon responder, I spent decades excluded from the World Trade Center Health Program because of a technical loophole. When I met Matt Baione, he became not only my attorney but my partner in the long effort to fix that injustice. Together, we worked on a legislative and press advocacy campaign to close the gap in the law that prevented Pent...

As a Pentagon responder, I spent decades excluded from the World Trade Center Health Program because of a technical loophole. When I met Matt Baione, he became not only my attorney but my partner in the long effort to fix that injustice. Together, we worked on a legislative and press advocacy campaign to close the gap in the law that prevented Pentagon responders like me from getting the care we needed. Once the law was changed, Matt guided me through WTCHP enrollment and helped me finally get access to doctors who understood 9/11 exposures and the conditions that come with them. After years of being misdiagnosed and dismissed by physicians unfamiliar with 9/11 illnesses, I finally received real answers and effective treatment. Matt then represented me personally at my VCF hearing and secured my award. His professionalism, integrity, and commitment have been exceptional at every step. After decades of struggling, I finally received both the medical support and the recognition I should have always been entitled to — and that is directly because of Matt’s work. I recommend him and his firm with the highest confidence. The result is that I finally got the treatment I needed, and my symptoms are improving. Matt stepped into this matter just as I was going to give up. He was tenacious. He was knowledgeable. He was energetic. He was relentless. The outcome was better than I had hoped. You cannot go wrong with Matt Baione as your counsel.

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