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Our experienced asbestos solicitors answer your most frequently asked questions regarding asbestos compensation claims.
If you’ve been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease, Trethowans law firm can help you seek compensation. Don’t hesitate to contact head of asbestos claims, John Hall, on 023 80820526 to arrange a consultation.

  • As a general rule, you have three years from the moment of being diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease to make a claim. There are exceptions, so it’s worth contacting our asbestos solicitors to discuss your individual situation. Contact head of asbestos claims, John Hall, on 023 80820526.

  • Many asbestos-related diseases can take several decades to develop symptoms and in that time many employers will have ceased to trade. However, as asbestos claims fall under employers’ liability insurance, a claim can still be brought against the company’s insurance provider. Our experienced asbestos solicitors will use their knowledge and expertise to track down the responsible insurance company and ensure that they pay you due compensation.

  • At Trethowans, our asbestos lawyers operate on a ‘No Win No Fee’ basis. This means that you won’t have to pay anything unless your asbestos claim is successful. Unlike many other asbestos solicitors, we also do not deduct a success fee, which means that you are entitled to receive 100% of your compensation.

  • Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops in the pleural membrane of the lungs, most commonly as a result of inhaling asbestos dust. It is common for mesothelioma to take decades to develop, and results in the growth of tumours. According to the NHS, more than 2,600 people in the UK are diagnosed with mesothelioma in the UK each year, the majority being males between the ages of 60-80 who were most likely to come into contact with asbestos during work. Our asbestos lawyers can help you seek compensation for mesothelioma as a result of exposure to asbestos dust. Contact John Hall today on 023 80820526.

  • The main cause of lung cancer is smoking. However, when combined with asbestos exposure, smoking can multiply the risk of developing lung cancer. This means that a person who has smoked, and been exposed to asbestos, is at a much higher risk of developing lung cancer than a person who has only been exposed to asbestos, or who has smoked. Furthermore, the NHS notes that one out of every seven people diagnosed with lung cancer each year have never smoked. It is recognised that asbestos on its own can cause lung cancer. You need a high dose of asbestos to prove that you have asbestos lung cancer. Our asbestos lawyers can help you seek compensation for asbestos lung cancer as a result of exposure to asbestos dust. Contact John Hall today on 023 80820526.

  • Pleural thickening is one of the most commonly diagnosed diseases associated with asbestos exposure. It is caused by the inhalation of asbestos dust, which irritates the pleura in the lungs and causes the build-up of fluid and scar tissue. Significant scarring to the lungs eventually makes it difficult for the individual to breathe and can cause severe chest pain. Our asbestos solicitors can help you seek compensation for pleural thickening as a result of exposure to asbestos dust. Contact John Hall today on 023 80820526.

  • Yes. It is possible to claim on the behalf of a family member who has passed away as a result of an asbestos-related disease, permitted that you have proof of diagnosis and that their time of death was no longer than three years ago. If you are looking to bring an asbestos claim on the behalf of a deceased relative, don’t hesitate to contact our asbestos solicitors today for expert legal advice and guidance.

  • It is very rare for asbestos to go all the way to court although our specialist lawyers will routinely issue proceedings in the Royal Courts of Justice (High Court) asbestos list to keep cases moving forwards quickly.

  • This depends on the quality of evidence we are able to obtain about asbestos exposure, the need to establish a certain asbestos disease diagnosis, whether or not we need to obtain expert engineering or nursing care evidence, etc. We will always push living mesothelioma cases hard if we are instructed to obtain compensation during the sufferer’s lifetime. It is not unusual for us to settle such a case within three to six months from first instructions – we work hard to achieve the best possible outcome in the shortest possible time. Pleural thickening cases generally take between a year and eighteen months to conclude. Lung cancer and asbestosis claims generally require a great deal more evidence so it can take longer to reach a settlement, sometimes up to three years from the start of the case. If you are looking to pursue an asbestos compensation claim, we can help. Contact head of asbestos claims here at Trethowans, John Hall, on 023 80820526.

  • Yes, there are a number of state benefits and statutory lump sum payments available for the victims of asbestos disease (save for pleural plaques). We will assist you claim for Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit and a lump sum under the Pneumoconiosis Etc. (Workers Compensation) Act 1979 as a matter of routine. Other state benefits, such as Constant Carers Allowance and Disability Living Allowance may also be available, as well as payments under government schemes such as the Diffuse Mesothelioma Scheme, where appropriate.

  • Due to the serious nature of asbestos-related diseases, death before the case is resolved can be a valid concern for those wanting to make a claim. However, rest assured that it is possible for the executor of your Will to settle your asbestos claim on your behalf after you have gone, giving your family financial security. We have specialist private client lawyers who can help with Wills, and obtaining Grants of Probate / Letters of Administration, where required. Specialist asbestos lawyer, John Hall, has provided support for a number of families in these same circumstances, and will give you with the very best advice on how to proceed with your claim

  • Yes, however, smoking can make your asbestos claim more complex. You will likely have to prove that your disease is a result of asbestos dust inhalation rather than smoking, for example, a certain number of asbestos particles being present in your lungs. If you’ve developed an asbestos-related disease but are concerned about your history of smoking, we can help. Our asbestos solicitors are highly experienced in all types of asbestos claim and are happy to advise you further.

  • First, we advise that you seek an official diagnosis from a doctor – this will make a successful asbestos claim easier to achieve. Once you have a diagnosis, then your next step should be to seek expert legal advice from a trusted law firm. To arrange a consultation with John Hall, head of asbestos claims here at Trethowans, don’t hesitate to call 023 80820526, or submit an online enquiry form and he’ll get back to you as soon as possible. What can I claim for? Compensation typically covers the following: The illness and its effects Care and assistance Aids and equipment The costs of replacing services such as gardening, DIY etc Income loss past and future Medical and associated expenses immunotherapy and other private medical treatment

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