Compensation for asbestosis caused by working conditions

The problem and the legal solution:

Asbestosis is the scarring of lung tissue (around terminal bronchioles and alveolar ducts) resulting from the inhalation of asbestos fibres.

There are two types of fibres, amphibole (thin and straight) and serpentine (curved). The former are primarily responsible for human disease as they are able to penetrate deeply into the lungs and cause an inflammatory reaction.

The real effects and symptoms of exposure to asbestos can take decades to show themselves. Asbestosis can take up to 25 years to fully manifest. The main symptoms are breathlessness, on exertion but as the condition progresses even at rest. Others problems include tiredness, coughing, chest tightness and chest pain.

See also Pleural thickening claims and read more on asbestos law and compensation. We may also be able to help you with accident at work compensation.

If you or a relative were exposed to dust or fibres during your working life and believe this may have caused problems - you may be able to claim no win no fee asbestos compensation. Speak to our specialist solicitors today regarding what legal solutions may be open to you. Our service is entirely No win no fee and we do not deduct any of your compensation.

Please note: that we have had a number of enquiries from claimants stating that doctors are failing to properly diagnose conditions relating to asbestos. If you or your family have encountered this you may be able to claim for medical negligence compensation. Please speak to us if you need an unbiased legal opinion.

Read more about the law relating to the control of hazardous substances at work.

Background

As discussed in our main page relating to asbestos compensation claims the mineral was extensively used for many different purposes throughout the 20th century. As we are now fully aware, workers exposed to asbestos dust or fibres were at serious risk of long term harm and may now be entitled to compensation.