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.