Our expert asbestosis lawyers will handle your claim at no cost to you* and in the vast majority of cases you will receive 100% of your compensation**.
Expertise And Understanding From Irwin Mitchell
If you’re suffering from asbestosis, you may be able to make a compensation claim against your employer. As leading UK lawyers in asbestos illnesses, Irwin Mitchell can help you pursue an asbestosis claim and provide you with all the support you need.
At Irwin Mitchell we fight fearlessly to achieve the best outcome for your asbestosis claim. We’re renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family due to asbestosis, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.
Our lawyers offer the highest level of professionalism and expertise, combined with dedication and sensitivity.
Above all, we put you first.
Handling Asbestosis Claims With Expertise And Sensitivity
Asbestosis is caused by inhaling large amounts of asbestos dust or fibres and means that excess fibrous tissue develops in your lungs. This can scar the lungs and cause abnormal chest sounds, known as ‘crackles’. The lung scarring can result in serious breathing problems.
Employers have a duty to protect their workers from hazardous substances and if you develop asbestosis as a result of your working conditions then you may be able to make an asbestosis claim for compensation.
If you have already made an asbestosis claim, hopefully your condition will not deteriorate.
If it does and you develop a serious asbestos-related condition such as lung cancer or mesothelioma after already experiencing problems, then it is possible to return to court for a further award of compensation. This is known as provisional damages.
Proven Expertise In Asbestosis Compensation Claims
Irwin Mitchell is one of the largest and most experienced personal injury law firms in the country.
Our team includes many of the country’s finest personal injury lawyers. They operate in highly specialised teams, offering the highest level of legal expertise in asbestosis claims.
We are recognised as leading the field in asbestosis compensation claims thanks to our team of asbestos experts.. We have been involved in many UK landmark cases in asbestos litigation, including:
- The first successful environmental claim in this country
- A current test case against insurers who are refusing to pay out asbestos claims to Mesothelioma (an asbestos-related disease) victims by relying on policy wording
- The highest ever award of compensation in the UK for a Mesothelioma victim
Irwin Mitchell’s Commitment To Making A Difference
Irwin Mitchell’s first commitment is to you, and to achieving the best outcome for your asbestosis compensation claim.
We also have a long history of campaigning with leading organisations in numerous personal injury fields. Together with those organisations we seek improvements in health and safety, prevent accident and injury where possible, and improve the quality of life and levels of compensation for those who have suffered illness.
Our asbestosis solicitors have links to a number of charities and support groups related to asbestos, including the June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund. Our staff also regularly take part in a number of charitable events to raise money for research into asbestos related diseases.
We have also pursued many leading legal cases in order to improve the prospects of success of claims for various forms of personal injury, and to obtain fairer compensation.
The above information relates to the law and procedures in England and Wales
* Subject to entering a ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreement with us and complying with its terms.
** Does not apply to group actions, criminal injuries or accidents and illnesses outside England and Wales and is subject to compliance with the terms of your funding arrangements.
All Scottish cases will be handled by the Scottish law firm with which we are associated, Irwin Mitchell Scotland LLP. The law relating to funding is different in Scotland and you will receive separate advice about what that means as well as a separate funding agreement.