However, it’s not just heavy industry professionals that suffer from asbestos-related diseases: working in public buildings, schools and even hospitals can put you at risk.
Get specialist support for asbestos compensation claims in Newcastle and the North East from Beecham Peacock.
“Sarah Watson dealt with my claim from start to finish in a professional but caring and understanding manner. She offered expert advice throughout.” – Kelly, W.
“Excellent service from Vicki Wanless about a claim for asbestosis. Her advice was clear, concise and robust.” – Graham, F.
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Asbestos compensation Newcastle
The importing of asbestos has been banned in the UK since its extensive use in the construction and building industries throughout the 1950s and 60s. However, symptoms of asbestos-related diseases can take as long as 60 years to develop after initial contact.
Pleural plaques are the most common form of asbestos-related diseases, which take the form of small scars that form on the outer lining of the lung 10 to 15 years after exposure. Pleural plaques cause no long-term complications and are now NOT considered for compensation.
However, asbestos exposure can also lead to contracting far more severe diseases, which are eligible for asbestos compensation claims.
What is an asbestos-related disease?
Asbestos-related disease is an umbrella term which covers all diseases contracted as a result of exposure to asbestos, a group of fibrous minerals used in construction, insulation and shipbuilding throughout the 20th century.
Asbestos-related diseases can often take decades to manifest themselves – and the industrial past of Newcastle and the North East means there’s a high level of regional incidence here.
Our team offers extensive expertise in supporting asbestos-related disease claims across the North East.
Claiming asbestos compensation in the North East
If a medical specialist determines your condition was caused or worsened by your working environment, you are able to claim compensation.
The North East has a heritage of ship-building, textiles and construction and has seen a rise in the number of cases of Asbestosis and Mesothelioma in recent years.
Any work involving asbestos, such as the removal and/or inspection of the material, must follow the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
Our decades of experience fighting for industrial illness claims in Newcastle means we have won cases concerning all manner of industrial illnesses, from asbestos-related diseases to work-related cancers, occupational asthma, dermatitis and musculoskeletal disorders.
Talk to our friendly industrial illness solicitors for an in-person or over-the-phone meeting and start making your asbestos claim today.
Why choose Beecham Peacock for your asbestos claim in the North East?
For almost 70 years, Beecham Peacock LLP has had a dedicated team of personal injury professionals with specialised expertise when it comes to dealing with asbestos-related diseases.
While we appreciate that no amount of money will compensate for the damage to your health and wellbeing, our team will ensure that patients and their families are given justice and remain financially secure, helping to cover the cost of past and future medical care.
Our team are trusted by some of the largest trade unions in the country and work closely with asbestos support groups to provide the best results for families affected by asbestos diseases, never working for employers or insurance companies.
Beecham Peacock solicitors have extensive experience dealing with claims as a result of asbestos exposure, we also have a formidable reputation in handling clients with care and empathy to win the compensation they deserve.
Asbestos compensation claim experts
Our Newcastle asbestos compensation claim experts can help you get the compensation you deserve.
Get in touch today and claim what you are owed following your injustice.
Call on 0191 232 3048
Email enquire@beechampeacock.co.uk
Visit: 2nd Floor South, New England House, 10 Ridley Place, Newcastle, NE1 8JW
Making a compensation claim
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Is my employer or ex-employer liable for my exposure to asbestos?
The answer is yes – employers are responsible for maintaining a safe working environment and must protect their employees from exposure and inhalation of asbestos.
Even if you are no longer employed by the company, compensation can still be claimed to make up for the suffering of you and your family, and in cases where the employer no longer exists, a case can be made by tracing their insurer.
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How will I pay for my asbestos-related disease claim?
Trade unions may cover the costs through the legal assistance system if you are a member, but in the first instance, our advice and assessment process is free, with several financial options available to pursue the claim, such as ‘no win, no fee’.
Claiming compensation can be a legal maze, so it is important to choose a solicitor who specialises in asbestos claims in the North East.
If your case is successful, we seek to recover the legal costs from your opponents; if you lose, we will not charge you.
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Where were you exposed to asbestos?
Symptoms of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related illnesses can take a number of years to appear following exposure.
Common roles at risk include:
• Joiners
• Carpenters
• Builders
• Boilermakers
• Plumbers
• Electricians.When you contact us, our personal injury lawyers are available to look into all employment where you believe you were exposed.
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Is there a timeframe for pursuing an asbestos claim?
As standard, a claim for compensation against an employer should be made within three years of diagnosis. It is important to start the claim as soon as possible to adhere to idealised timeframes and get a quicker award.
However, this does not mean that exposure to asbestos must have taken place within the last three years, as symptoms of asbestos-related diseases can take years to manifest.
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How long does it take to settle an asbestos compensation claim?
Cases vary in length considerably, depending on the severity of the illness and the conditions involved.
Claims can take anything from a few months to a few years, but our expert team of North East asbestos solicitors are on hand throughout for advice and support and promises to resolve the case as soon as possible with the best result.
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How much will I be awarded for my asbestos compensation?
The amount you will be rewarded in an asbestos claim against an employer will mainly depend on the severity of the asbestos-related disease, taking into account factors such as:
• Pain and suffering
• Care costs
• Financial loss
• Disability.Our team have a proven track record of obtaining the maximum award possible to cover past and future losses and ensure our clients and their families have some financial security going forward.
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Why Choose Us
- Over 180 years experience within our team of experts
- Highly qualified staff
- Industry recognition as a leading firm
- Extremely high customer satisfaction feedback
Contact our personal injury specialists today on
0191 232 3048
“My Dad’s asbestos illness was a real shock, the way you handled us, and the claim was just fantastic“
Daughter of a mesothelioma client
“David Dewar is a shrewd tactician with excellent judgement and exceptional client skills, he is an outstanding lawyer”
Legal 500
Beecham Peacock’s practice head Kirsten Scott is praised both for her “calm and measured approach when dealing with clients” and “tenacity with litigation”
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