10
JUL
2023

Does the Trust accept “secondary exposure” claims?

The RA TDP does not provide for treatment of “secondary exposure” claims.
26
JAN
2023

How do I file a claim?

A claimant must submit the appropriate, fully completed Claim Form, including all supporting information referenced in the form. You may request a claim package from the Trust by calling Claimant Relations at (800) 708-8925 or download and print the claim forms from the Resources...
26
JAN
2023

Do I need an attorney to file my claim so I can be paid?

No, any individual with a valid asbestos-related injury can file a claim. The Trust cannot provide guidance on whether you should obtain an attorney or file on your own.
26
JAN
2023

Can I file a claim electronically?

A claimant may file online using the Rapid-American Asbestos Trust website. To file a claim online, the user must  register with the Trust by executing the Electronic Filer Agreement.
26
JAN
2023

What are my options when filing with the Trust?

A claimant must submit the appropriate, fully completed Claim Form, including all supporting information referenced in the form. A claimant may file online using Rapid-American Asbestos Personal Injury website. Individuals wishing to file online may download the Electronic Filer...
26
JAN
2023

How do I register for an online account?

To access Trust Online, the user must first register with the Trust by executing the Electronic Filer Agreement, which also governs the terms of the user’s access. Once this Agreement is available, the Trust will post instructions for completing the Electronic Filer...
26
JAN
2023

What materials are needed to file a claim?

In addition to a completed Proof of Claim form, medical and exposure documentation supporting the alleged injury is required.
26
JAN
2023

Can the Trust use the data from a Celotex claim that was previously submitted for a Claimant?

If a Claimant holds a Paid Celotex Claim and the Claimant’s Celotex claim form contains sufficient information to establish that the Claimant meets the Rapid-American Medical/Exposure Criteria, please check the box in Part 3 of the Rapid-American claim form and provide the...
26
JAN
2023

Statutes of limitation on filing a claim:

To be eligible for processing, a claim must meet either: To be eligible for processing, a claim must meet either:
26
JAN
2023

What is the filing deadline for Rapid-American claims?

All claims must be filed by November 28, 2023 (the “Trust Filing Deadline”) and any claim review deficiency must be cured by May 28, 2024.