Could you be eligible to make an asbestos claim?

As a fibre combustible material that was used to make fireproof materials, asbestos was widely used in the building industry until the 1980s, with common places where it can be found including some floor and ceiling tiles, lagging around boilers and pipes, insulation boards and materials and heat resistant materials such as roofing felts and fire blankets. Serious diseases can be caused by the inhalation of asbestos fibres. These include malignant lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis, and all use of asbestos and the extraction, processing and manufacture of asbestos products has been banned by the European Union.

According to the HSE, asbestos is the UK’s greatest single cause of work related deaths. Those at risk naturally include those who were engaged in the asbestos production industry, in addition to, to a lesser extent, those involved in its removal if proper precautions are not taken.

Some of the occupations that are not directly involved in the production of asbestos that pose the highest risk of mesothelioma for males include vehicle body builders, carpenters, electricians, production fitters and plumbers and gas fitters.

Making an asbestos claim

Those who have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related condition may be eligible to bring a civil claim for compensation against their employers, even if they no longer trade. By finding the right firm that allows you to make an asbestos claim, you can have legal staff gathering evidence on your behalf so that the insurers of your employers can be pursued and compensation obtained for you and your family.

The right firm that makes it possible for you to make an asbestos claim will be completely free of charge to use, whilst it will also ensure that you receive 100% of your compensation. The right company with whom to make an asbestos claim will have experienced case managers who can guide you through each stage of the claims process, gathering all of the evidence relating to your claim so that a strong case can be made for compensation.

The company that you choose should give your enquiry immediate attention, with no queues and call centres to deal with, and will also put you under no obligation whatsoever to make a claim.


The National Asbestos Helpline gives you all of the information and support you need to make an asbestos claim . Visit their website now to find out more.