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Make a compensation claim for mesothelioma
Claiming for mesothelioma, particularly if you’re worried about claiming against your employer. Our expert legal team will guide you through the process and give you all the advice you need to put you at ease.
We’ve helped thousands of people recover compensation following illness and injury – we’ll even take on cases that other law firms wouldn’t. We’re committed to helping you get the compensation you are entitled to.
Mesothelioma claims we can help with
If you’re among the thousands of people who were exposed to asbestos while at work, you may have grounds to claim mesothelioma compensation. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos, and can affect the lining of the lungs, abdomen or heart.
You can claim for mesothelioma up to 3 years after you were exposed
You should keep medical records and statements as evidence
You will need evidence from a respiratory specialist
You can claim on a no win, no fee basis
Why should you choose us?
100% No-Win-No-Fee
Contact us with the comfort of knowing you’ll never be at financial risk when you claim with us. We cover all legal costs, never charge upfront fees, and we only get paid if you do.
Advanced payments available
We understand how an accident can affect your financial position. We always look to collect an early compensation (interim) payment where possible.
We can take over your case
With legal specialists for every type of accident claim, we can take over your claim at any stage from another solicitors. We take pride in winning cases other firms turn down.
The claim process
We are completely transparent with our clients. Not only do you know exactly how we’re representing you, you’ll also know exactly where you are in the claim process.
Consultation
Get impartial no win no fee legal guidance with a free initial no-obligation consultation.
On your side
We’ll use our experience and expertise to build the strongest legal argument for your claim.
Supporting your claim
Including medical assessments to ensure your claim is valued correctly.
Litigation
We negotiate the maximum amount of compensation for you, representing you in court if needed.
Why you should trust Express Solicitors with your mesothelioma claim
As members of the Mesothelioma UK Legal Panel, Express Solicitors understands the complex mesothelioma claims process. We are proud to call ourselves the experts in mesothelioma compensation claims, and offer expertise in fighting for the rights of asbestos victims.
Our specialist industrial disease lawyers work closely with asbestos support groups to help both victims and their families. Contact our accidents at work specialists today for confidential, expert advice on funding, safety and prevention, as well as asbestos compensation claims.
We have also signed the Mesothelioma Patient Charter, which promotes the highest standards of care and legal advice for mesothelioma patients and their families. You can call us for a free consultation, where we will discuss how to make a mesothelioma claim sensitively.
Recent successful claims
Even though we take on cases other firms won’t, we win 9 out of 10 cases.
Work-related accident leads to thumb amputation
We recovered £115,000 in compensation for a man after his original law firm told him the case had no prospects of success.
Teaching Assistant paid £400,000 after slipping at work
A special needs teaching assistant was awarded £400,000 compensation after a serious knee injury following a slip at work.
Defective chair accident results in £650,000 payout
We recovered £650,000 for a council worker after taking on the claim from another firm who wanted to settle for just £8,000.
Find out about your claim
We’ll instantly tell you if you have a legal right to claim.
We know that making a claim for compensation can feel daunting. We work hard to make it as simple and straightforward for you as possible. We’ll guide you throughout the whole process.
Here are some of our most frequently asked questions about claiming.
How long will my mesothelioma claim take?
Due to the nature of mesothelioma claims, it’s quite normal for them to take 18 months to two years, particularly if your employer no longer exists. Please be patient with us, as we are doing all we can to get you the biggest compensation possible.
Can I make a mesothelioma claim if the company no longer exists?
You can still claim mesothelioma compensation even if the company no longer exists. This is often the case as many mesothelioma claims happen decades later. At Express Solicitors, we can research the company’s former insurers and make a claim that way. If this is not possible, we can pursue an asbestos exposure compensation scheme instead.
How much compensation can I claim for mesothelioma?
While there is no specific amount, we can look at the Judicial Board Guidelines for examples of previous mesothelioma compensation settlements. On average, mesothelioma claims alone can be worth between £53,00 and £96,000. If you’re adding care and treatment onto this, the compensation can be worth much more.
Will I lose my job if I make a claim against my employer?
Your employer cannot fire you if you make a claim against them for a genuine accident at work. If they did (or tried to) then you would likely have an unfair dismissal claim against them as well. We can advise you on your rights if you’re worried about this.
Will I have to go to court?
Only on very rare occasions would you need to go to court. Just 1% of all our cases end up in court – most of the time the other side agrees to settle before getting that far.
Can you take over my claim from another law firm?
We specialise in taking on cases that other law firms have rejected. We’re not afraid of hard work, and we don’t just take on easy cases – so get in touch if your claim was refused by another firm and we’ll see how we can help!
Treating our customers fairly
We’ve spent the best part of two decades refining our claim process to make it as easy as possible for you to claim. Here’s just some of the things you can rely on with us:
We have one of the highest ratios of support staff to lawyers in the UK. We’ve built our legal teams to support our solicitors so they can focus on your claim, ensuring it progresses as quickly as possible.
We’ll go to court if we need to. Unlike many firms, we won’t compromise on the value of your claim. We’ll never accept a lower offer just to speed up a claim.
We’ve invested heavily in IT to ensure the claim process runs as quickly and smoothly as possible.
We’re completely independent. Your best interests are always considered first.
We understand that your privacy matters. We’ll never share your data with anyone else.
We’re a fully authorised and regulated law firm, not a claims management company.
“Unlike many firms, all of our cases are managed by qualified solicitors. Handled with skill and great care, our solicitors provide unrivalled dedicated legal support through the claim process, ensuring you will always receive the maximum amount of compensation.”
Award winning customer service
Our client experience is built on our service pledge.
We will always treat you with honesty and politeness.
We will always take time to learn about your and the impact of your injuries.
We’ll prepare your case in a way that gives you the best possible chance of success.
We will always push your case forward.
We will always tell you where your case is up to.
We will always be responsive to you.
We will seek interim payments for you where possible and appropriate.
We will always act immediately if you raise any concern.
Express Solicitors was founded in 2000 to help injured people like you claim compensation you are legally entitled to.
Over the last twenty years, we’ve recovered over £160 million in compensation for more than 20,000 people and helped tens of thousands more with legal advice and support.
We’re known as a friendly and trustworthy company by our clients, and because we take on claims that other law firms have turned down, we really do show commitment to helping injured people get their lives back on track.
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