Silica Trust Claims
What Is Silicosis?
Silica Exposure and Your Health
Inhaling fine particles of crystalline silica can cause serious and sometimes fatal health conditions. Workers exposed in industries like mining, construction, foundries, and sandblasting are at high risk of developing:
- Silicosis (simple or complicated)
- Tuberculosis, silicoproteinosis, coalescence of silicotic opacities (PMF or Honeycombing) rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, lupus, glomerulonephritis, mixed connective tissue disorder.
- Lung cancer
- Autoimmune disorders linked to silica
- Chronic respiratory failure
These conditions may take years or even decades to develop. Fortunately, several compensation trusts have been set up to provide financial support to those suffering from these illnesses, even Canadians who worked outside the United States.
Who Is at Risk?
Exposure to silica dust occurs in many industrial, construction, and mining environments. High-risk occupations include:
- Miners (gold, coal, uranium, etc.)
- Ironworkers and welders
- Sandblasters
- Foundry workers
- Tunnel and road construction workers
- Demolition crews
- Petrochemical Workers
In many cases, exposure happens because proper respiratory protection was not provided, or employers failed to implement adequate ventilation and dust control systems.
Legal Options for Silica Exposure in Canada
If you developed silicosis or a related lung condition from workplace silica exposure, you may have multiple options for compensation:
- Workers' Compensation Boards
Depending on where you worked, a claim may be available through your provincial compensation board. - Silicosis Trusts (U.S.-Based Claims)
Several U.S. companies that produced or used silica products have filed for bankruptcy and created settlement trusts. If you worked with silica-containing products from one of these companies, you may be eligible for a claim, even if you worked in Canada. We can assess your claim to see if you will receive greater compensation from the trusts compared to the WCB.
Why Choose Miskin Law?
At Miskin Law, we help Canadians access compensation through both Canadian and American avenues, including U.S. silicosis trust funds. We have the knowledge and experience to:
- Review your employment and exposure history.
- Identify eligible silica trust claims.
- Work with medical experts to document your condition.
- File your claim quickly and effectively—no upfront fees.
We understand how these claims work, especially when exposure occurred decades ago.
What Is the Silicosis Trust Process?
1. Free Consultation
2. Medical Review
3. Work History Documentation
4. Claim Submission
5. Payout
Contact Miskin Law
Daniel Miskin, Lawyer
Based in Ontario, Serving Clients Across Canada
Peterborough: 705-755-7363 ext. 2
Toll Free:877-428-8000 ext. 2