HOW THE FUND WORKS
Unlimited
Total amount of money in the fund
2
Number of years family have to file claims
$250,000
Flat payment to families for pain and suffering
246
Number of claims files as of Jan. 31
$50,000
Additional pain-and-suffering payment for spouse and for each child
120
Number of days the special master has to decide each claim

0
Federal taxes owed on any award

0
Chances to appeal the decision


Posted 02/05/2002, 2:15 p.m. EST
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