Mesothelioma Compensation

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer caused by toxic chemicals, usually asbestos. It is crucial, when dealing with mesothelioma, that you get all the help you need. This includes financial aid, as taking time off work and paying for medical bills can leave victims suffering financially as well as physically. That is where the National Accident Helpline can help. We have been helping people claim the mesothelioma compensation they deserve for the past 16 years on a no win no fee basis – which means you will take home 100% of your compensation.

We make the compensation process simple and straightforward by giving you all the advice and information you need about making a mesothelioma compensation claim, and finding the right solicitor to deal with your case on a no win, no fee basis, all free of charge.

If you’ve been exposed to asbestos and would like to find out if you could make a claim, call our helpline today – we will be able to assess your claim and put you in touch with one of our specialist mesothelioma solicitors. Alternatively, read on to find out more about claiming mesothelioma compensation.

What is Mesothelioma?

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer most often caused by exposure to asbestos, usually through inhalation of the toxic chemical. Asbestos occurs naturally, and was introduced into industry and home use because of its fire, electrical and chemical resistance, as well as being a good sound absorber. This made it popular for many practical home and industrial uses, including building insulation – which is one of the largest causes of asbestosis and mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that resides mainly around the lungs, but can occur in other organs too. The cancer attacks the cells surrounding these organs, which leads to chest pain and further serious complications.

Symptoms of Mesothelioma

Symptoms of this form of asbestos cancer often don’t appear until 20 to 50 years after exposure; and can involve coughing, shortness of breath and chest pain. Fatigue and weight loss are other signs that you might have mesothelioma.

In more serious situations, mesothelioma can lead to tumours, blood clots, and pneumothoraxs (collapsed lungs), as well as spreading to other areas of the body, including the heart.

Because asbestos has a history of being used in industry, mesothelioma is often a work related cancer, although the asbestos fibres can, in some cases, spread to family members. This means that workers and family members are unknowingly exposed – and this forms the basis for a mesothelioma compensation claim.

Asbestos use as an insulator also means that many schools, work places and homes run the risk of exposing people to the fibres and, in these cases, mesothelioma compensation could be paid out.

Diagnosing mesothelioma involves X-rays and CT scans – although diagnosis can prove difficult as symptoms can often point towards other causes.

Mesothelioma Compensation

If you’ve been exposed to asbestos and contracted asbestosis or mesothelioma as a result, you should speak to a solicitor about making a claim for mesothelioma compensation. National Accident Helpline has dedicated local solicitors all over the country, who will help you claim 100% of your compensation on a no win no fee basis. The sooner you call, the sooner you can start your claim.

We understand the sensitivity of the issue, and will ensure that discretion, sensitivity and expertise is maintained at all times during your claim.