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Pleural Thickening Claims

Pleural Thickening

Thompson & Co. have acted for clients in many Pleural Thickening Claims over the years.

Pleural Thickening is sometimes referred to as “pleural fibrosis”. Either term may be combined with the word “diffuse” (e.g. “diffuse pleural fibrosis”). This simply means that the area affected is widespread.

What Causes Pleural Thickening?

When microscopic asbestos fibres become lodged in the lungs they can cause inflammation of the “pleura” (i.e. the thin, transparent membrane that covers the lungs and lines the inside of the chest walls). Even with long-standing or severe inflammation, often only a slight amount of scar tissue remains after complete healing. However the lung occasionally becomes encased in a thick fibrous layer that limits chest wall motion and impairs the function of the lungs.

Pleural Thickening – Symptoms

You can become breathless and suffer pain as a result of this condition. It might deteriorate over time.

Pleural Thickening can affect one lung or both lungs, and can result in significant disability if it is extensive. It will generally take 10 years after first exposure to asbestos to develop. Alternatively it may not prove disabling or produce significant physical symptoms but is the cause of great anxiety.

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Pleural Thickening – Diagnosis/Treatment

Pleural thickening can be detected by chest x-rays, ultrasound and a special scan called a CAT or CT scan.

The presence of pleural thickening can indicate that you are at risk of developing a more serious asbestos related disease such as asbestosis, mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer.

Pleural Thickening – State Benefits/Compensation

Provided your job involved working with asbestos or being exposed to asbestos after 4 July 1948 then Department for Work and Pensions (“DWP”) Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit can be claimed.

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Provisional Damages

You have two options in relation to any compensation that may be recovered should your claim be successful:-

1. You can seek a Provisional Award of compensation.

This is an award now for the injury you currently have. You would then reserve the right to return to court at a later date for further compensation in the event you develop asbestosis, mesothelioma, lung cancer or an increase in disability due to diffuse pleural thickening.

Your family would also be able to return for further compensation if you were to die of an asbestos related illness. They may also be able to recover funeral costs.

2. You can seek a Full and Final award now.

Such an award will include an extra amount to reflect the risk that the future conditions (mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, progression of pleural thickening) may develop. This extra amount will usually not be significant as the risks of future injury are usually low. The additional compensation from seeking a final award tends to be as little as ÂŁ3,000 to ÂŁ5,000. This is because any compensation likely to be due to mesothelioma, lung cancer etc must be discounted to reflect the chance that you will not develop these problems in the future.

If you settle the claim on a full and final basis then you would not be able to return in the future for any further compensation even if your illness worsened or you were to develop a fatal asbestos related condition such as mesothelioma or lung cancer.  It would also prevent your family from pursuing a claim for asbestos related illness if you were to die of an asbestos related illness.

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Compensation Claims

We can help you recover compensation by suing your previous employer/s or other person or company who exposed you to asbestos. Awards of compensation will vary, depending on the degree of disability you suffer and whether you settle your claim on a full and final or provisional basis.

What if my Opponent no Longer Exists?

If you are unable to sue your former employer because, for example, they have ceased to trade(and you are unable to trace their insurers), then you still may be able to claim under the Pneumoconiosis etc. (Workers’ Compensation) Act 1979 which provides a scheme under which qualifying employees are entitled to a one-off lump sum payment.

Just wanted to say a huge “thank you” Jacqui for everything you’ve done. I was so reluctant at the the beginning, to undertake a claim, fearing a daunting process but your assistance, advice ( & patience!) ensured it wasn’t so and I’ll always be grateful for that.

With very best wishes and sincere thanks,

“..very good contact from day one until case closed. Everything explained along the way, very helpful in all departments…cannot fault the level of service I have had during my time with Thompson & Co.”

Mrs M

“Helen at all times was very understanding and explained very clearly what was going to happen in our case. Very easy to talk to and very patient. I would have no problem in recommending Helen to someone else.  The level of service was excellent. We would like to pass on our thanks to Helen for her support and professionalism.”

I was at ease after our first meeting… We would like to thank Mark and all the team at Thompson & Co for everything they have done for us. The professionalism, dedication to detail was second to none. I would recommend Thompson & Co to anyone. They do a great job. Thanks again Mark for all the help you have given me.

Mr & Mrs P, Durham

“We would like to thank you for everything you have done for us. For your kindness and consideration whilst dealing with the claim. We will never forget your dedication and hard work on our behalf”

Mr & Mrs C

I would like to say a massive thank you for everything you have done for me regarding my claim… I have now received an apology from the hospital and have been reassured that lessons have been learned……I have been one hundred percent happy with the service and professionalism I have received from you. … I felt like I was chatting to a friend..Once again, thank you so much

Mrs N

The whole service I received throughout the process was very professional, informative and very clear every step of the way. The firm was recommended to me by a family member…The service throughout was exceptional.

Mr R

I found you willing to be patient with me at a very traumatic time in my life. You showed great empathy towards me and helped me resolve my claim for which I will be forever grateful.

Mr C

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Anonymous

I can never thank you enough for supporting me and my family in finding out what actually took place and holding out most importantly…..  for the truth and a apology….

Speaking on behalf of my family I can only say ” we are indebted to you for all your help”  and that we welcome any opportunity to promote not only your professionalism,  but the genuine kindness you afforded to us.

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