Background
Mesothelioma is a form of cancer caused generally by
exposure to asbestos fibres and dust. The mesothelial
cells cover the outer surface of most of our internal
body organs and form a lining which is where this type
of cancer gets its name.
As with other types of
asbestos related
cancers the symptoms can take some time to reveal
themselves, 20-50 years being the normal timescales.
The scientific view is that there is no safe level of
exposure to asbestos dust. Asbestos related diseases
such as mesothelioma can be caused by very low levels of
exposure to asbestos dust. It is now generally held by
the courts that from 1965 onwards employers should have
known that exposing their employees to even low levels
of asbestos dust created a significant health risk of
employees suffering asbestos related cancers and
therefore precautions must be taken to avoid exposing
employees to asbestos dust.
An asbestos victim may be entitled to Industrial
Injuries Disablement Benefit if the asbestos related
disease was caused by asbestos at work. This benefit is
dealt with by Jobcentre Plus. The benefit is only paid
to asbestos victims who have diffuse pleural thickening
or lung cancer (with also asbestosis or diffuse pleural
thickening) or mesothelioma. You will be asked to
attend a medical examination. More on
asbestos
compensation case studies
If you or a relative were exposed to
asbestos
dust or fibres during your working life and believe this
may have caused lung cancer or related problems - you may be able to
claim industrial
disease 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. 100% GUARNTEED. Read
more on asbestos laws in the
UK and
symptoms of exposure to asbestos.
We can also help you with
accident at work
claims
If your employer has failed to prevent or
safeguard against your injuries then you may be entitled
to make a claim.
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