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Our expert mesothelioma 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

Receiving a diagnosis of mesothelioma will have a devastating effect on you and your family. A disease that is almost impossible to pronounce (mee-so-thee-lee-oma) and, in most cases, has been caused by going to work is about to turn your life upside down. We passionately believe that our clients deserve the best medical care and specialised support following a diagnosis of mesothelioma.

Our extensive experience of mesothelioma compensation claims has made us aware that it is essential that you not only receive the best possible legal service but that it is delivered with sensitivity and knowledge of the support that will be needed in the months ahead.

Seeing the effects of the disease at first hand so often has led us to be at the forefront of the campaign for research into the disease to improve the quality of treatment available to mesothelioma victims, which includes active support for the establishment of a National Research Centre for Asbestos Related Diseases. It is proposed that the Centre would create a much needed network for existing and new research groups around the UK and Ireland, to enable them to work closely together as a virtual centre.

At Irwin Mitchell we fight fearlessly to achieve the best outcome for your mesothelioma claim. We’re renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family due to mesothelioma, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.

Our lawyers offer the highest level of professionalism and expertise in mesothelioma claims, combined with dedication and sensitivity.

Above all, we put you first.

Handling Mesothelioma Cases With Expertise And Sensitivity

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that most commonly affects the lining of the lung (pleura) but can also occur in the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) and the heart (pericardium).

The only known cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos, which usually happens at the workplace. Employers have a duty to protect workers from hazardous substances and if you develop an asbestos related disease as a result of exposure at work, such as mesothelioma you may have a claim for compensation.

Mesothelioma, which can take 20 to 50 years or more to develop, is strongly linked to asbestos and as a result, many people who may have worked with or near asbestos substances have contracted the illness.

Irwin Mitchell is one of the UK’s leading specialist teams working specifically on clients with mesothelioma claims.

Video - Living With Mesothelioma: Roger's Story

Roger was diagnosed with mesothelioma back in 2007 and, with the help of mesothelioma lawyers at Irwin Mitchell, fought a successful legal battle against the company for which he worked in the 1970s, where he was exposed to asbestos. This is his story:

Proven Expertise In Mesothelioma Claims

Irwin Mitchell is also 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 mesothelioma claims.

Irwin Mitchell has supported mesothelioma claims for thousands of people who have contracted asbestos-related diseases. Many claims have been on behalf of individuals exposed to asbestos in the workplace, as well as in less common situations such as through washing overalls containing asbestos, working in schools whose fabric contains asbestos or living near factories that manufacture asbestos.

Irwin Mitchell’s Commitment To Making A Difference

Irwin Mitchell’s first commitment is to you, and to achieving the best outcome for your mesothelioma 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, injury and illness where possible, and improve the quality of life and levels of compensation for those who have suffered injury and illness.

Irwin Mitchell supports research into the condition through fund raising work with, and providing administrative support to, the June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund.

We also campaign alongside the Asbestos Victim Support Groups and the medical profession for new and improved treatments to be made available on the NHS.

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. These have also included campaigning for the safe removal of asbestos.

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.

Select Related Client Stories

Out Of Time Does Not Always Mean Out Of Luck

Irwin Mitchell were instructed in connection with a claim for damages following a family’s loss of a father in late 2005 after he developed the asbestos related disease, mesothelioma,

Regrettably, the family were unaware of the fact that their father even had mesothelioma until a post mortem had been carried out as there was a sparse amount known about his potential history of asbestos exposure.

Following initial investigations it quickly became apparent that there was only one potential employer that could be responsible for exposing their father to asbestos. However, as the company was no longer trading, the family had another hurdle to overcome in order to establish who the relevant employer’s liability insurer was for the company. An application was made to the Association of British Insurers (“ABI”) in August 2006 but the ABI responded in May 2007 stating that no employer’s liability insurance policy for the company could be found.

Nicola Handley of Irwin Mitchell solicitors said “it was with great regret, that I had to advise the family that it would not be possible for a claim for compensation to be brought. This was of course, very difficult for the family to come to terms with following the sudden loss of their father as a result of another party’s negligence.”

In 2010, Irwin Mitchell were then notified by the ABI that a policy of insurance for the company was in fact held by an insurer and full details were provided with the notification.

Mrs Handley was extremely pleased about the fact that they were now able to contact the family and advise them that a claim could be brought. However, it was necessary to advise the family that as previously, there would again be difficulties in pursuing a claim. Limitation had expired in late 2008 and under the Limitation Act 1980 a claim for personal injury must be brought within 3 years from the date of knowledge. The family’s claim was more than 2 years out of time.

Discussions were commenced with the company’s insurers and a firm stance was taken by Irwin Mitchell in relation to the fact that the insurers failure to notify the ABI of their policy of insurance for the company would not be to the detriment of the family.

Initially there were arguments raised in relation to limitation being expired and these were successfully dealt with by Irwin Mitchell and the matter of compensating the family for their loss could be dealt with.

Medical evidence was obtained in support of the asbestos exposure that the family’s father had sustained and settlement negotiations were commenced. The claim was successfully settled a year after the ABI notified Irwin Mitchell of the relevant employer’s liability insurer.

Nicola Handley commented that “claims such as these illustrate the need for there to be a central register of employer’s liability insurers so that families do not have to endure unnecessary and protracted litigation”. “It is also essential that families always seek advice from a specialist lawyer when they are considering pursuing a claim for personal injury following a diagnosis or death as a result of an asbestos related disease”.

We have lawyers with the expertise and experience needed to help you with your claim. Choose from the list below to learn more about our experts in this area.

Name	Location	Job Title	Telephone
Helen Ashton	Sheffield	Partner	0114 274 4545
Ian Bailey	Leeds	Partner	0870 1500 100
Satinder Bains	Birmingham	Partner	0870 1500 100
Adrian Budgen	Sheffield	Partner	0870 1500 100
Alida Coates	Birmingham, Bristol	Partner	0870 1500 100
Geraldine Coombs	Manchester	Partner	0870 1500 100
Guy Darlaston	London	Partner	0870 1500 100
Colin Ettinger	London	Partner	0207 421 3889
Roger Maddocks	Newcastle	Partner	0191 279 0095
Elaine Russell	Glasgow	Partner	0870 1500 100
Helen Grady	Bristol	Associate	0870 1500 100
Hayley Hill	Birmingham	Associate	0870 1500 100
Isobel Lovett	Newcastle	Associate	0191 279 0104
Iain Shoolbred	Birmingham	Associate	0870 1500 100
David Bell	Glasgow	Solicitor	0870 1500 100
Ruth Moore	Sheffield	Other Legal Expert	0870 1500 100

Guidance With Strength And Sensitivity

We understand that contacting a lawyer might seem like a big step - especially if you have not done so before and we have therefore made it easy for you to contact us for free initial advice about your claim.

At Irwin Mitchell we understand the real impact of personal injury. Our team of specialists have the skills and experience to give you clear advice about the chances of pursuing a successful claim and to guide you through the claims process. You can then decide if you want us to pursue your claim on your behalf.

We are renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.

At Irwin Mitchell we will fight fearlessly to give you the greatest chance of winning your case, with the best possible outcome, and we will support you every step of the way.

Find out whether you have a claim today. Simply complete our online claim form or call us with details of your accident on 0800 056 4110.