Examples of Recent Cases Settled By Us

An 81 year old former electrical fitter exposed to asbestos, working in a Power Station for thirty three years, developed asbestosis and settled a claim for damages for £19,000.00 on a provisional basis.

A 72 year old man, who developed pleural thickening and asbestosis as a result of exposure to asbestos in the 1960s, working in an Iron and Steel Works, settled a claim for damages for injuries in the sum of £45,000.00 on a full and final basis.

A 73 year old former maintenance fitter, exposed to asbestos for two years from 1959 to 1961, in a factory which manufactured asbestos board settled a claim for £55,000.00 on a provisional basis for pleural thickening.  Damages included a sum to cover the cost of care provided by his wife and to enable him to purchase various items of equipment, including an electric scooter.

A former electrician diagnosed with mesothelioma at the age of 67 had been exposed to asbestos working at an Aluminium Extrusion Plant.  His claim was settled during his lifetime for £152,542.00.  This sum included damages for injuries, nursing care, aids and equipment and damages to compensate him for the loss of enjoyment of his future pension income.