Flintkote Company and Flintkote Mines Limited Asbestos Personal Injury Trust

The Flintkote Company and Flintkote Mines Limited collectively filed for bankruptcy in 2004 following the increased number of asbestos - related lawsuits against the companies. After 11 years, the Flintkote Asbestos Trust was established in 2015 with an initial funding of $214 million. The trust started accepting claims on December 14, 2015. For the Flintkote payment percentage of claims, 15% of the scheduled value applies to Expedited Review, while 15% of the gross settlement value applies to Individual Review.

The History

Founded in 1901, the Flintkote Company initially gained success with its asphalt shingles. From the 1920s to the 1980s, the company produced roofing products containing asbestos, leading to its involvement in numerous asbestos - related mesothelioma and cancer lawsuits. By 2004, Flintkote had resolved approximately 350,000 claims. However, the mounting litigation costs forced the company to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the same year. The Flintkote Company & Flintkote Mines Limited Asbestos Personal Injury Trust was eventually established in 2015 to address these claims.

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Purpose of the Trust

The Trust was created to handle Asbestos Personal Injury Claims against the Flintkote Company and Flintkote Mines Limited. Its purpose is to assume all liabilities and responsibility for all Asbestos Personal Injury Claims and to direct the processing, liquidation, and payment of all claims in accordance with the Plan, the Trust Distribution Procedures ("TDP"), and the Confirmation Order.

Eligibility and Claim Process

Individuals harmed due to asbestos exposure from Flintkote's products are eligible to apply. Those who may develop an asbestos - related illness in the future due to exposure are also eligible. Even individuals unsure of their eligibility can file claims, as the Trust reviews all submissions thoroughly.

Applicants can choose between two review options: Expedited Review and Individual Review. Expedited Review offers a faster response with standard compensation, while Individual Review takes more time as it involves a detailed claim assessment.

Compensation and Payment Structure

Scheduled Disease Compensation Values

Scheduled Disease	Scheduled Value
Mesothelioma (Level VII)	$184,000
Lung Cancer 1 (Level VI)	$20,000
Lung Cancer 2 (Level V)	None
Other Cancer (Level IV)	$4,500
Severe Asbestosis (Level III)	$15,000
Asbestosis/Pleural Disease (Level II)	$1,400
Asbestosis/Pleural Disease (Level I)	$650

Scheduled Disease

Scheduled Value

Mesothelioma (Level VII)

$184,000

Lung Cancer 1 (Level VI)

$20,000

Lung Cancer 2 (Level V)

None

Other Cancer (Level IV)

$4,500

Severe Asbestosis (Level III)

$15,000