Asbestos Exposure: Who does it affect?
Asbestos may effect anyone in a position or work environment where breathing in of asbestos fibres could have been an issue. Such as those who worked extensively with asbestos (e.g. repairing boilers, demolishing buildings, and asbestos removal workers), or even those who have lived close to asbestos factories.
Further information on: Asbestos & Asbestos related disease from the Health & Safety Executive.
What should I do if I am suffering from an Industrial Lung Disease such as Asbestosis or Mesothelioma?
- The first step if you are suffering from an Asbestos related lung disease would be to contact us so we can assess your claim for compensation and advise you on whether you will be eligible to claim.
- It is vital to establish a relationship between your symptoms and possible exposure to asbestos. If you have not done so already the second step will be to see your doctor who will be able to establish a link to asbestos.
- Breathlessness and crackling of the lungs are key symptoms of Asbestos related lung diseases. To confirm Lung function tests will probably be performed alongside a CT scan, chest X-ray or biopsy if Mesothelioma is expected.
- Further to this any medical(s) instigated by our solicitors will cost you nothing, they will be paid for by the solicitor and claimed back as a disbursement from the other side.
