Burns and Roe Enterprises Inc. Asbestos Trust Claims
The Burns and Roe Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust was created through the Chapter 11 reorganization of Burns and Roe Enterprises, Inc. and Burns and Roe Construction Group, Inc. The Trust remains active, its official website provides current claim resources, and Verus Claims Services, LLC is identified as the claims administrator. The latest official payment notice located for this page sets the Payment Percentage at 36.87%, effective March 13, 2024.
Burns and Roe Asbestos Trust Facts
| Official trust name | Burns and Roe Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust |
|---|---|
| Debtors | Burns and Roe Enterprises, Inc. and Burns and Roe Construction Group, Inc. |
| Trust created | 2009 |
| Claims accepted beginning | April 1, 2010 |
| Initial Claim Filing Date | October 1, 2010 |
| Claims administrator | Verus Claims Services, LLC |
| Current status | Active; official website continues to provide filing resources |
| Latest officially confirmed Payment Percentage | 36.87% |
| Payment Percentage effective date | March 13, 2024 |
| Mesothelioma values | $60,000 Scheduled / $90,000 Average / $500,000 Maximum |
Bankruptcy and Trust History
The Burns and Roe Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust was created in 2009 following confirmation of the Burns and Roe Chapter 11 Joint Plan of Reorganization. The Trust was established to process, liquidate and pay valid asbestos personal-injury claims under its Trust Distribution Procedures.
The official Trust website states that claims could be filed beginning April 1, 2010 and established October 1, 2010 as the Initial Claim Filing Date. Claims submitted during that initial filing period were treated according to the priority rules in the TDP.
Who May Qualify to File a Burns and Roe Claim?
The TDP recognizes eight Disease Levels, ranging from Other Asbestos Disease through Mesothelioma. Eligibility depends on the disease, qualifying medical evidence, B&R Exposure and any additional occupational-exposure requirements applicable to the Disease Level.
For mesothelioma, the presumptive criteria require a qualifying diagnosis and evidence of B&R Exposure. Other Disease Levels can require six months of B&R Exposure before December 31, 1982, Significant Occupational Exposure and additional medical documentation.
Burns and Roe Disease Levels and Claim Values
| Disease | Scheduled Value | Average Value | Maximum Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesothelioma — Level VIII | $60,000 | $90,000 | $500,000 |
| Lung Cancer 1 — Level VII | $30,000 | $40,000 | $200,000 |
| Lung Cancer 2 — Level VI | None / Individual Review | $15,000 | $50,000 |
| Other Cancer — Level V | $15,000 | $18,500 | $50,000 |
| Severe Asbestosis — Level IV | $25,000 | $27,000 | $125,000 |
| Asbestosis/Pleural Disease — Level III | $5,000 | $5,400 | $15,000 |
| Asbestosis/Pleural Disease — Level II | $2,000 | $2,300 | $8,000 |
| Other Asbestos Disease — Level I | $200 Cash Discount Payment | None | None |
These are official TDP valuation amounts, not guaranteed claimant payments. The Trust may amend valuation amounts as permitted by the governing documents.
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Current Burns and Roe Payment Percentage
The latest official payment notice located for this page is dated March 13, 2024. It states that the Trustee reconsidered and adjusted the Payment Percentage from 32% to 36.87%, with the consent of the Future Claimants’ Representative and Trust Advisory Committee, effective March 13, 2024. No later superseding official percentage notice was identified in the Trust resources reviewed for this update.
Mathematical illustration only — not a guaranteed payment.
- Mesothelioma Scheduled Value: $60,000 × 36.87% = $22,122.
- Lung Cancer 1 Scheduled Value: $30,000 × 36.87% = $11,061.
- Other Cancer Scheduled Value: $15,000 × 36.87% = $5,530.50.
- Severe Asbestosis Scheduled Value: $25,000 × 36.87% = $9,217.50.
Disease Level I is a $200 Cash Discount Payment and should not be treated as though the general Payment Percentage is automatically multiplied against it.
Expedited and Individual Review
The Trust offers Expedited Review for claims meeting the applicable presumptive medical and exposure criteria. Qualifying claims are assigned the Scheduled Value for the Disease Level, subject to the applicable Payment Percentage and other TDP limitations.
Individual Review permits a claim-specific valuation and is used for Lung Cancer 2 and other qualifying claims. Individual Review can result in a value above or below the Scheduled Value but remains subject to the applicable Maximum Value and TDP rules.
The official Trust resources include filing instructions, a claim form, electronic filing agreement, bulk-upload specifications and ACH payment authorization. Verus Claims Services, LLC is identified on the Trust’s official contact page as the claims administrator.
Medical and Exposure Requirements
The filing instructions state that every claimant must submit a complete Claim Form with required supporting documentation. At minimum, supporting materials include a medical report from the diagnosing physician and a death certificate when applicable.
Mesothelioma requires a qualifying diagnosis and evidence of B&R Exposure. Lung Cancer 1 requires a primary lung-cancer diagnosis, evidence of underlying bilateral asbestos-related nonmalignant disease, six months of B&R Exposure before December 31, 1982, Significant Occupational Exposure and supporting medical documentation establishing asbestos exposure as a contributing factor.
The TDP generally requires a 10-year latency period between first asbestos exposure and diagnosis. Disease-specific requirements should be checked against the current TDP and filing instructions before submission.
Funding and Financial Accuracy
This page does not publish a current asset balance, current cumulative claims-paid count or lifetime dollars-paid figure because a sufficiently current official annual report or audited financial statement establishing those figures was not identified in the primary materials reviewed.
Historical bankruptcy funding figures should not be represented as current Trust assets. Likewise, the number of filed claims, approved claims and paid claims are different measurements and should not be combined without direct primary-source support.
The 36.87% Payment Percentage is included because it is directly confirmed by the official Trust notice. The disease values are included because they are directly confirmed by the Trust Distribution Procedures and filing instructions.
Confirmed Primary Sources for Trust Facts
No law-firm or lead-generation website was used as factual authority. Primary Trust materials reviewed include:
- Official Burns and Roe Personal Injury Settlement Trust website.
- Official Trust resources and filing-document page.
- Official Burns and Roe Trust Distribution Procedures.
- Official Burns and Roe Instructions for Filing Claims.
- Official March 13, 2024 Payment Percentage Adjustment.
- Official Trust contact page identifying Verus Claims Services, LLC as claims administrator.
Current financial statistics were omitted where equivalent current primary-source confirmation was not established.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Burns and Roe Asbestos Trust
Is the Burns and Roe Asbestos Trust active?
Yes. Its official website continues to provide claim forms, filing instructions and electronic filing resources.
Who administers Burns and Roe asbestos claims?
The official Trust contact page identifies Verus Claims Services, LLC as the claims administrator.
What is the latest officially confirmed Burns and Roe Payment Percentage?
The latest official notice located for this update sets the Payment Percentage at 36.87%, effective March 13, 2024, increased from 32%.
What is the Burns and Roe mesothelioma Scheduled Value?
The TDP lists $60,000 Scheduled, $90,000 Average and $500,000 Maximum for Mesothelioma Level VIII.
How much is 36.87% of the mesothelioma Scheduled Value?
$60,000 multiplied by 36.87% equals $22,122. This is a mathematical illustration only and not a guaranteed payment.
Does Burns and Roe offer Expedited Review?
Yes. Qualifying claims meeting the applicable presumptive medical and exposure criteria may use Expedited Review.
Can a claimant request Individual Review?
Yes. Individual Review is available for qualifying claims and is required for Lung Cancer 2 under the TDP.
What exposure is required for a mesothelioma claim?
The presumptive criteria require a qualifying mesothelioma diagnosis and evidence of B&R Exposure. Other Disease Levels impose additional duration and occupational-exposure requirements.
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Prior asbestos exposure does not automatically establish eligibility for a Burns and Roe trust claim or asbestos lawsuit. Eligibility depends on medical and exposure evidence, current Trust procedures, filing requirements and individual circumstances. Compensation is not guaranteed.
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This page provides general educational information and is not medical or legal advice. The information does not establish asbestos exposure, diagnosis, causation, liability, claim eligibility or compensation. Medical concerns should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional, and legal questions should be reviewed with a qualified attorney.