Asbestos and Mesothelioma

Anyone exposed to asbestos is at risk of developing an asbestos-related disease, whether your exposure has been at a workplace, in the home, or in a building where the air is contaminated with asbestos fibres or from handling contaminated clothing.

We are leading asbestos and mesothelioma specialists, and our highly experienced personal injury team provides expert advice to clients suffering from illnesses caused by exposure to asbestos. We also help family members and loved ones of those diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease to bring claims against those responsible on their behalf.

Speak to Bridge McFarland LLP’s team of solicitors for asbestos related disease claims today on 0800 987 8800.

Asbestos Related Diseases

We have a lot of experience in representing people who have contracted asbestos-related illnesses, including claims relating to the following malignant (cancerous) conditions:

• Mesothelioma — A form of cancer that is caused by asbestos exposure
• Asbestos-Related Lung Cancer – Although most cases of lung cancer originate from smoking, asbestos exposure can also be a cause.

Usually, considerable asbestos exposure, both in frequency and amount, is required to cause mesothelioma and asbestos lung cancer.

We can also help if you have been diagnosed with other asbestos-related illnesses, including:

• Asbestosis — An illness resulting from significant exposure to asbestos fibres, with effects usually appearing 20 or more years after exposure.
• Pleural Thickening – also known as Pleural Fibrosis, is an asbestos-related disease caused by fibrosis to the pleura. Pleural thickening has other causes, but where there is evidence of asbestos exposure, it is reasonable to believe asbestos was the cause of the illness.

For more information, you can visit our dedicated website for Asbestos Related Illnesses: Asbestos Awareness

Asbestos Compensation Claims

Those who have worked in certain industries where asbestos use is commonplace are generally at more of an increased risk of developing a condition than the rest of the population. The disease, however, is indiscriminate and can affect office workers, teachers, and homemakers, and laggers or dock workers. It is important to note that many people exposed to asbestos will not develop any form of asbestos disease.

Typically, asbestos-related diseases are contracted through occupational exposure. Your employer has a duty of care to provide a safe working environment, the appropriate training and efficient safety equipment to keep you as safe as possible while at work. Do you believe you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos at work and were not provided adequate safety equipment and training, resulting in an asbestos-related illness? You may be entitled to bring a compensation claim against your employer, even if you no longer work for them. Our team can also advise you if the business your employer for no longer exists.

Various complex factors are involved in making an asbestos compensation claim. You should seek legal advice as early as possible to ensure your case has the best chance of a successful outcome.

Asbestos and Mesothelioma Solicitors Lincolnshire

Asbestos and Mesothelioma claims can seem daunting, but whatever the nature of your illness and your employment, you want to know that you will be compensated for what has happened to you or a loved one.

Bridge McFarland LLP has expert teams of personal injury lawyers in Lincoln, Hull, Market Rasen, Grimsby and Scarborough, helping clients locally and across the UK with asbestos exposure claims.

With specialist accreditations from The Law Society, Legal 500, the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers and Lexcel, you can be confident that the Personal Injury team at Bridge McFarland LLP will represent your case to the highest possible standard.

For clear advice about asbestos compensation claims, our sensitive, approachable accident at work solicitors are on hand to discuss your potential claim.

How to Start a Personal Injury Claim

Our personal injury lawyers understand that when making a compensation claim, you will have several questions about how the process works. We offer a free, no obligation initial discussion to discuss your case, where we can highlight your legal rights, the strength of your case to claim compensation, and the steps to making a claim.

In the most severe cases, other things must be considered for the person’s needs due to the nature of their injuries, such as rehabilitation, accommodation needs and benefits advice.

Find out more about the steps to making a personal injury claim.

Your personal injury lawyer will also ensure you fully understand the various funding options available, including conditional fee agreements (‘no win, no fee’) and the likely timescales involved in pursuing a claim.

Get in touch with our Personal Injury Lawyers today

For more information about how Bridge McFarland LLP can help you start a personal injury claim, please call 0800 987 8800 or email info@bmcf.co.uk and speak to our experienced team.

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Asbestos and Mesothelioma Frequently Asked Questions