Mesothelioma Claims in Nottingham

What is mesothelioma?

An aggressive form of cancer, mesothelioma affects the mesothelium, the thin layer of tissue that surrounds and protects some of the body’s organs. While treatment can help control the disease and ease its symptoms, there’s currently no cure, with patients typically facing a poor prognosis.

Asbestos exposure is the main known cause of mesothelioma, having been used extensively in Great Britain for many years before its ban in 1999. As the disease can take decades to develop, many people diagnosed today were exposed to asbestos years ago and are only now experiencing the effects – alternatively, you may have encountered asbestos later in life, as asbestos-containing materials can still be found in older buildings and products.

Some of the main ways exposure can occur include:

• Exposure at work – patients may have handled asbestos as part of their job or worked in an environment where asbestos-containing materials were being used or disturbed. This was particularly relevant in industries such as construction, shipbuilding and manufacturing, as well as occupations including plumbing, electrical work and carpentry.
• Exposure through a family member – fibres could have been carried away from a workplace on contaminated footwear, clothing, or equipment and taken into the person’s home, potentially exposing other members of the household to the material.
• Exposure in the home – asbestos was used in various materials found in domestic properties, including some insulation, roofing and cement products. That means that an individual could come into contact with asbestos if they disturb materials while carrying out repairs, alterations or other work on their property.
• Exposure in other buildings – asbestos was also used in places such as schools, hospitals, offices and other public or commercial premises. Someone working or spending time in one of these buildings could be exposed if asbestos-containing materials were damaged or disturbed.

How can our mesothelioma claims solicitors in Nottingham help you?

Every mesothelioma claim in Nottingham is different, which is why learning as much as possible about your unique circumstances is so essential. To do this, our specialist solicitors begin every case with an initial consultation. This gives us the opportunity to assess what you or your loved one has experienced, and determine whether you can pursue a claim. It’s also a chance to begin highlighting the key details, answering any questions and explaining the process in detail, so you know exactly what to expect going forward.

Next, we’ll start to build your case – this can mean looking back through your employment history, identifying the workplaces and employers involved, and establishing how you may have been exposed to asbestos. Evidence plays a key role here, and may include employment records, information from former colleagues and documents that provide an insight into the working conditions at the time. Our mesothelioma claims solicitors in Nottingham can also gather evidence about your condition, treatment and prognosis, collecting relevant medical records and information from the specialists involved in your care.

From there, we’ll present your case to the responsible party and their insurers, and begin negotiating a fair settlement that reflects your suffering. In many cases, this approach is successful, and we can resolve the claim at this stage. With that said, it can sometimes be necessary to go to court. We appreciate that this could be an added source of stress in an already difficult time, but our industrial disease team will be by your side from start to finish, providing expert representation and continuing to fight for the compensation you deserve.

Why choose us to handle your mesothelioma claim in Nottingham?

When you’re dealing with a mesothelioma diagnosis, knowing where to turn or what to do next can feel daunting, and from your health and treatment to finances and future, there’s so much to think about. At Nelsons, we believe that seeking justice shouldn’t add another layer of uncertainty at this time – and with that in mind, our mesothelioma claims solicitors in Nottingham are committed to keeping everything as straightforward as possible, taking care of the paperwork, investigating your claim and dealing with the other side on your behalf.

As members of the Law Society Personal Injury Panel, a client-focused approach is at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves on treating everyone who comes to us with compassion and tact. For many of our clients, making this claim will be their first legal experience, but fortunately, there’s no need to navigate this process alone. We’ll explain what’s happening at each stage, answer your questions and make sure the legal side of your claim is clear and accessible, without unnecessary jargon. It’s exactly this transparency, support and expertise that has earned our firm recognition from both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.

Get in touch with our mesothelioma claims solicitors in Nottingham

Conveniently accessible via public transport, our Nottingham office is located at Pennine House, 8 Stanford Street, NG1 7BQ, ideal for clients visiting us for a face-to-face appointment.

For more information on pursuing a mesothelioma claim in Nottingham, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 0800 024 1976 or complete our online enquiry form today.