Compensation for Family of Mesothelioma Victim

Exposure to asbestos at work caused mesothelioma

The family of a Newcastle man who died from an asbestos-related disease, have received £149,000 in compensation.

Mr X tragically died in April 2008 after being diagnosed with mesothelioma, a terminal cancer of the lining of the lung caused by exposure to asbestos.

Mr X’s condition was critical when first diagnosed. He had started to have severe chest pains and became increasingly breathless. After a series of tests at the hospital he was told that he had only 6 months left to live.

Mr X worked for A&B Painters Limited preparing and painting boilers in schools' boiler rooms. He was exposed to vast amounts of asbestos dust when he was sent by his employer to fix pipework off-site.

The claim was settled before going to trial by Lucy Proctor of Irwin Mitchell.

If a family member has been a victim of mesothelioma, we can help. Please take a look at our information regarding mesothelioma compensation following the death of a loved one here.