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General Information
El Impacto del COVID-19 (Coronavirus) en las Operaciones del VCF

A partir del 19 de marzo del 2020

El VCF se mantiene operando al momento, aun cuando se esperan retrasos en todas las áreas del procesamiento de reclamos. Por favor lea la información a continuación y continúe chequeando nuestra página web para actualizaciones.

General Information
Update: Impact of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) on VCF Operations
Clarification regarding deadlines for those waiting for an appointment with the WTC Health Program. (NOTE: if you received a letter from the VCF requesting proof of a certified condition, and you are still waiting for an appointment with the WTC Health Program, the 60-day deadline in the letter does not apply during this time. Your claim will remain inactive until you notify the VCF that you have been certified.)
General Information
Update: Impact of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) on VCF Operations
Important updates regarding VCF operations.
General Information
Impact of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) on VCF Operations
The VCF remains operational at this time, although we expect delays in all areas of claims processing. Please read the information below, and continue to check this website for updates.
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Temporary Past Lost Earnings Worksheet
Submit with your claim if the victim is claiming temporary lost earnings due to an eligible condition.
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Appointment of a Personal Representative

Change Log:

May 26, 2023: updated to reflect that Special Master PR Appointment requests do not need to be notarized. Requests only need to be sworn under the penalty of perjury.

November 14, 2022: Updated statement requirement to include declaration language to comply with 28 U.S.C. § 1746.

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Letters of Administration with Limitations

Change Log: August 4, 2023: Policy updated regarding NY LOA processing and payment. Footnote 1 updated to reflect current NY State legislation.

 

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When a Claimant Passes Away After Filing a Personal Injury Claim

Change Log:

June 21, 2023: Updated to include that NYSLRS will only accept original or court certified Letters of Administration.

November 14, 2022: Removed all instances of “original” or “certified” copy.

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When to Appeal vs. When to Amend

September 18, 2023: updated to reflect new payment processing timeline

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How to File an Amendment