Asbestos Exposure Claims and Lawsuits
Unregulated workplaces’ exposure to asbestos fibers is linked to pleural and lung fibrosis (asbestosis), lung cancer, as well as pleural and peritoneal malignant mesothelioma. Asbestos-containing products included roofing shingles, ceiling and floor tiles, paper and cement products, and automobile friction parts such as clutches, brakes, and transmission systems. The federal government imposed regulations governing workplace […]
Veterans Affairs Compensation for Injuries and Disability
You can file a VA disability claim if you have a disability due to a service-related injury or illness. The VA disability program provides monthly payments for service-connected conditions such as illnesses or injuries that were caused by or worsened by active military service. For you to receive VA disability compensation, you must file a […]
September 11th Victims Compensation
Contact our Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) lawyer, Hugh Stephens, at 716-208-3525 for help filing a VCF claim. Stephens and Stephens LLP represent victims of the September 11th terrorist attacks who intend to claim compensation under the Victim Compensation Fund. The fund administered by the Department of Justice provides financial payouts to individuals, first responders, and […]
Veterans Affairs Disability Claims
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides tax-free monthly disability and healthcare benefits to veterans with physical and mental service-related disabilities. A VA disability attorney can help you appeal your claim if you were denied. Those eligible include veterans who served on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty training who developed a medical […]
Native Americans Radiation Exposure and Compensation
Native American communities were the most affected by radiation due to uranium mining, nuclear weapons testing, and nuclear facilities activities. These operations were carried out within native community lands beginning in the mid-20th century. They led to the release of chemical toxins and radiation linked to many health issues, including various cancers. Community members in […]
We Cover Costs for Medical Tests for RECA Uranium Worker Claimants
Stephens and Stephens RECA and EEOICPA lawyers have been assisting claimants filing RECA claims for over ten years. We represent our claimants throughout the entire claims process, helping them obtain critical employment and medical evidence to file a successful claim. Medical evidence is essential when determining your eligibility for RECA benefits. The Department of Justice […]
Savannah River Site Facility (SRS) EEOICPA Claim
The Savannah River Site (SRS) is a US DOE industrial complex that produces, processes, secures, and stores nuclear materials for national defense. It also engages in atomic nonproliferation efforts as well as the development and deployment of environmental protection technologies related to the treatment of solid and liquid hazardous nuclear wastes. The facility was originally […]
Holdover Tenant Eviction Cases in Buffalo City Court in Erie County
A landlord starts a holdover tenant eviction case against a home occupant for reasons other than nonpayment of rent. Holdover cases can be based on the expiration of a lease or failure to comply with the lease agreement. A lease or rental agreement helps stabilize a neighborhood. It defines how renters will enjoy their homes […]
Tenant Evictions in Buffalo City Court in Erie County
The law governing tenant eviction in New York State differs in different counties. To begin a tenant eviction process in Buffalo City Court, Erie County, a landlord must obtain an eviction warrant from the court. The landlord should first petition the court and justify the eviction. The court then rules on the petition and issues […]