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Claimants: Essential Information
: Compensation Schedule
: Level 2
Who is a Level 2 Claimant?
A class member is considered a Level 2 claimant if he
or she:
- can present a positive PCR (polymerase chain reaction)
test from a commercially available assay that demonstrates
that HCV is present in his or her blood.
What is the compensation for a Level 2 claimant?
A Level 2 claimant will receive an additional fixed payment
of $20,000.
A Level 2 claimant 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
2?
A Level 2 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 2 total compensation package?
The total maximum compensation of a claimant who has reached
Level 2 is:
| Level 1: |
$10,000 |
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| Level 2: |
$20,000 |
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| Total: |
$30,000 |
plus expenses
as outlined above. |
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