So , You've Bought Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme ... Now What?

The Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme

The DMPS is a government lead scheme that pays compensation to those suffering from diffuse mesothelioma. The DMPS can pay out large sums in the event that a civil lawsuit against an employer fails because the company no longer exists or their insurers cannot be traceable.

However the DMPS has huge gaps, which means that many sufferers are left out. I've represented clients who were caught in these gaps and it's unfair.

What is the DMPS (Digital Media Payment System)?

The DMPS is for mesothelioma patients who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma diffuse but are not qualified for civil compensation. The scheme provides an upfront lump amount of upto PS216,896 based upon their age at the time of diagnosis.

The DMPS only is available to those who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma caused by their own occupational asbestos exposure and cannot find their former employer or the insurers of their employers.  why mesothelioma lawsuit payout  is true for those who have were diagnosed with mesothelioma from other exposures or are unable to make an application without financial support.

This is a grave injustice and a difficult circumstance for mesothelioma sufferers. It can be difficult for some mesothelioma patients to comprehend that they will receive no compensation at all, while others who could have received substantial compensation via the civil process will have their money taken from them and paid into DMPS.

Asbestos victims should receive compensation that is specific to their situation, but not at the expense of other mesothelioma patients. The DMPS does not include any medical expenses, such as chemotherapy or immunotherapy, which might have been required to treat symptoms or increase life expectancy.

The DMPS administrator will also take into consideration the mesothelioma patient's eligibility to social security benefits or compensation from their DWP employers. This is a conflict of interest that must be ended immediately.

Lastly, if mesothelioma sufferers pass away prior to submitting a DMPS application the right to do so passes to their dependants. In contrast mesothelioma cases involving civil parties are dealt with differently. If the deceased person dies before the three-year statute of limitations expires, their estate may pursue a compensation case. It is not clear why the DMPS was set up in this way. There are a lot of questions to be asked regarding this issue. This is a subject which I will continue to fight for change.

How do I make a claim?

In order to qualify to receive a DMPS payment DMPS, you must have been exposed to asbestos at least once. It could have happened at work or at home. Workers in many different industries were exposed due to asbestos, which was widely used until it was banned. Tradesmen, such as construction workers, electricians, plumbers and carpenters and factory workers were all at risk. Asbestos dust may also affect people who live near asbestos-producing factories.

The DMPS was launched in 2008 to address a gap that was created by the Pneumoconiosis Act 1979. The scheme allowed patients with mesothelioma that was diffuse, and who were not able to pursue a compensation claim in court, to receive an unspecified lump-sum amount. If a person died before they could make claims, their heirs are now able to apply.

The amount you will receive is determined by your age at the time you were diagnosed with Mesothelioma. The amount will increase as you get older, and this will assist to reflect the effects of the disease on your life. If you have dependents you can also apply for inclusion on your DMPS award. This will help to pay for their medical expenses.

You should remember that you may still pursue a civil lawsuit for compensation while you request a payment through the DMPS. This is to ensure that you receive the full amount of compensation that is available to you.

Another benefit of making an DMPS claim is that you will receive PS7,000 towards legal costs. This will cover the cost of making your claim. It will be deposited directly to your bank account.

The main issue with DMPS is that it only offers a small amount of compensation and it does not include any specific amount to cover the cost of any medical treatment which you may require. For instance, immunotherapy has been proven to be effective in certain cases. However, you can only get it by filing an appeal for compensation in civil court with the insurance company of your former employer.

How long do I have to make an application before it becomes too late?

Around 300 workers with mesothelioma diffuse are unable to claim compensation each year. It could be due to the fact that their employer has stopped operating or their insurers are no anymore in business. The DMPS was created to ensure that these people would still receive the compensation that they deserved.

The law's introduction was greeted with enthusiasm because it plugged a hole in the law that had been in place for many years and meant people who did not know their employer's name or insurer could not recover compensation.

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma within the last five years, you may be eligible to receive a DMPS lump-sum payment up to PS90,000. (before deductions). If you or a member of your family has died as a result mesothelioma, you could be entitled to a Special Payment between PS74,000-PS200,000 dependent on the age at which you were at the time you were diagnosed.

Your family or you may also be eligible for other benefits, like Industrial Injuries Disablement Allowance and Disability Living allowance. This can help pay for the cost of daily expenses of living and travel expenses and equipment such as oxygen tanks.

If you are applying for the DMPS and you're interested, then be aware that there is the time left to make your claim. It is important that you complete your application as soon as you can and don't wait any longer. Contact a lawyer who specializes in mesothelioma to help you with your DMPS claim.

You have three years to file a claim on behalf of a loved one who passed away from mesothelioma. This is the statutory time limit that applies to mesothelioma claims in England and Wales. You can still claim with a mesothelioma attorney on your side. The lawyer will ensure that all the required evidence is submitted to increase your chances of obtaining an effective DMPS Claim.

What happens when you do not make an insurance claim?

Patients diagnosed with mesothelioma need to take action quickly and contact asbestos compensation solicitors. It is essential to file a claim within the three-year timeframe that is set by law. This will permit a lawyer to start gathering evidence and assembling an effective mesothelioma case.

Mesothelioma symptoms aren't typically apparent until a long time after exposure to asbestos. However, by the time someone is diagnosed with mesothelioma, their health has typically deteriorated to the point where they only have some months left to live.

The Diffuse Mesothelioma Pay Scheme was introduced in 2014 to fill the gap that prevented mesothelioma victims who couldn't trace their employer or employers insurance liability insurers from receiving the compensation they deserve. The scheme is funded by an insurance company tax.

However the DMPS only compensates mesothelioma patients who worked in the UK and suffered direct exposure to asbestos at work. One of my clients for instance, developed mesothelioma after washing her father's asbestos-contaminated work clothes in his factory in Higham. She was unable to file a mesothelioma lawsuit against the former employer of her father, British Uralite. As a result she received only PS18,675 from the DMPS. The amount was not enough to cover her legal fees. This is a huge injustice. Immunotherapy therapies are promising for those with mesothelioma, and it is vital that those who are eligible receive the financial support they require.