Asbestos was banned in 1999, long after the harmful effects of this material were known. Asbestos was widely used in building materials as it has fire resistant properties. Exposure to significant quantities of asbestos dust however, can lead to serious illness several decades later. Significant exposure to asbestos is responsible for: 2,515 mesothelioma deaths in…
We recently secured £85,000 for a client who sadly developed the cancer mesothelioma in her right chest several decades following significant exposure to asbestos at work for the then General Post Office.
Working as a telephonist from the early 1950’s to 1970, her employer was at the time providing both a postal service and telecommunications before the GPO was abolished in 1969 to eventually become BT and Royal Mail.
Below are some of the more common questions we are asked by asbestos victims and their families. Please click on the questions below to find out more.
The following links may be useful for sufferers of asbestos related diseases and their families. These external websites provide information and advice on asbestosis, mesothelioma, lung cancer and related industrial diseases Cancer research British Lung Foundation Gov.UK – information about benefits and allowances Health and Safety Executive – asbestos advice NHS Choices Greater Manchester Asbestos…
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