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Claimants: Essential Information
: Compensation Schedule
: Level 1
Who is a Level 1 Claimant?
A class member is considered a Level 1 claimant if he
or she:
- can present a blood test using a commercially available
assay that demonstrates that the HCV antibody is present
in his or her blood.
What is the compensation for a Level 1 claimant?
A Level 1 claimant will receive an initial fixed payment
of $10,000 and will also be compensated for:
- uninsured HCV treatment and medication expenses
- out-of-pocket expenses such as travel, hotels, meals and
other similar expenses attributable to seeking medical advice
regarding HCV treatments
- out-of-pocket medical expenses incurred in establishing
a claim
Are there any damages which are not recoverable at Level
1?
A Level 1 claimant will not be compensated for:
- having taken HCV Drug Therapy
- loss of income or loss of services in the home
- care costs such as home nursing services
What is the Level 1 total compensation package?
Total compensation of a Level 1 claimant is $10,000 plus
expenses as outlined above.
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