Asbestos Related Lung Cancer Compensation Claims
Asbestos-related lung cancer is not the same as mesothelioma.
Asbestos-related lung cancer tends to affect the lung itself, whereas when mesothelioma develops in the lungs, it affects the lining of the lung.
A history of heavy asbestos exposure can be associated with an increased risk of developing lung cancer. We have dealt with a number of such cases involving laggers, asbestos factory workers and demolition workers.
Compensation can be claimed for asbestos-related lung cancer.
Compensation For Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
If you or a loved one have received a diagnosis of asbestos-related lung cancer, there’s a possibility we could assist you in pursuing compensation.
To initiate the process of exploring a claim, we must first verify your diagnosis and then determine if asbestos exposure has played a role in the development of your cancer.
The initial claim process takes just a few minutes, which once approved your attorney is assigned to your claim to begin the filing process.
This can be a complex undertaking due to the various potential causes of lung cancer.
To establish the connection between asbestos exposure and the risk of developing lung cancer, substantial evidence of significant asbestos exposure is necessary, such as that typically associated with all types of work-related hazardous environments or individuals employed in asbestos factories.
It’s important to note that if you are a smoker, this does not negate the possibility of your lung cancer being asbestos related. Smoking, combined with asbestos exposure, heightens the risk of developing lung cancer, so it is important to file a claim.
STEP 1
Diagnosis
This is not a problem as we the law firm can provide you with a form of consent to allow them to obtain your full medical records from your GP and any hospital you were treated and diagnosed.
The law firm will review your medical records in full and consider the diagnosis alongside your account of how you have been exposed to asbestos.
STEP 2
Employment History
The law firm will need to establish where, when and how you were exposed to asbestos.
The attorney who will handle your claim, will go through the employment history and help identify any companies that may have exposed the victim to asbestos.
This is a key part of the claim process, because it helps support the claim.
STEP 3
Evidence Of Exposure
Your attorney will then consider the extent of your asbestos exposure
STEP 4
Establishing The Defendant
Once your attorney has established the nature and extent of any asbestos exposure, they can start the company research, trying to find out if the relevant companies are still in business.
If not, they will use their experience to try and trace insurance for the time the victim worked there.
Unfortunately, sometimes the law firm is unable to trace an active company or insurer, and so a legal claim for asbestos disease compensation cannot be brought.
Once your attorney has confirmed your diagnosis, identified a potential defendant and sufficient exposure to asbestos, they can proceed with processing the claim and work on a
What Will Compensation be Claimed For?
General Damages
This includes an amount for the pain, suffering and loss of amenity caused by the asbestos-related lung cancer diagnosis.
To help value this, your assigned attorney will instruct an independent medical expert to write a report detailing how affected by the condition and what the likely prognosis is. This will not usually involve attending a medical appointment, because the law firm has the resources and experts on demand.
Generally speaking, the report will be compiled on the basis of medical records. The report will then be considered alongside the acceptable court guidelines, to value this part of the claim on the victims behalf.
Special Damages
This relates to any financial losses you have suffered as a result of your diagnosis.
- Loss of earnings - if you are/were still working at the time of your diagnosis and are no longer able to continue to do so you can claim loss of earnings.
- Care and assistance - if your condition has progressed to the point where you are no longer able to do some things for whether it be privately paid nursing care or care provided by a family member. This includes assistance with attending medical appointments, shopping, housework and gardening.
- Adaptation costs - including stairlifts, doctor appointments, medical staff aids etc..
- Travel expenses - including travel to and from medical appointments (make sure you keep a note of your appointments, mileage/taxi fares etc.)
Why choose us?
The law firm is a dedicated team who have over 30 years of collective experience working on asbestos disease compensation claims. You received efficient and personal service, securing maximum compensation with minimal stress.
We will talk you through every step of the claims process and can arrange for your attorney to visit you at home at the start of the claim if you would prefer.
Every year we help lung cancer victims claim the compensation they deserve, and we regularly receive positive feedback. Don’t just take our word for it; you can read their reviews yourself
Getting Specialist Help
Asbestos-related lung cancer compensation claims are complex and need to be dealt with by expert attorneys who specialize with many years of experience in this niche area of plaintiff law.
From day one, you will speak to our team; they will guide you through the process and make it as easy as possible for you to secure the justice and compensation you need with a law firm who has a history in winning lung cancer claims.
