Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops following inhalation of asbestos particles. The malignant cells are located in the mesothelium, which is a layer of tissue that lines the internal organs of the body. Mesothelioma is commonly found in the lining of the lungs, the chest, the abdomen and the heart. If you have worked with asbestos and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is likely that you have suffered occupational exposure. If your employer has failed to adequately protect you from the harmful effects of asbestos and you have contracted mesothelioma then you have the legal right to make a mesothelioma compensation claim. Contact us today and see how we can help you exercise your legal rights.
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Occupations at Risk
Vulnerable employees include those workers who have handled raw asbestos and its products. The disease can arise decades after initial exposure with a latency period occasionally extending to 60 years. Asbestos is a form of fibre that was used extensively in the building industry making most construction workers vulnerable. It was also evident in brake linings indicating risk to manufacturers and garage operatives and in boiler insulation thereby involving the shipbuilding industry. It is particularly problematic for those involved in the manufacturing process of asbestos products due to asbestos particles dispersing into the air of the manufacturing facility. There have also been incidences of secondary exposure to family members as a result of asbestos particles being transferred in the home, to individuals not directly related to the fibres’ manufacture or use, who also have the right to make a mesothelioma compensation claim.
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Free Legal Advice
If you have contracted mesothelioma as a result of an employers negligence you have the legal right to make a mesothelioma compensation claim. All claims are dealt with using the no win no fee scheme and compensation is paid in full with no deductions. There is no need to fund or finance a mesothelioma compensation claim as it proceeds and there is nothing to pay out at any time. Our members are all qualified as specialists and in England and Wales they are all members of the Solicitors Regulation Authority panel of personal injury experts. If you would like to speak to a specialist solicitor who only deals with personal injury claims you can either use the helpline, complete the contact form or just email us. If after talking to us you decide not to take matters further then you are under no obligation to do so and you will not be charged for our advice.
