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Our Community Campaigns

Helping injured people is at the foundation of our practice.

Local Campaigns

Justice for Asbestos Families

Thompsons Solicitors called for support in its campaign to achieve justice for asbestos families across the UK.

The firm demanded equality for families affected by mesothelioma in England and Wales after it was revealed that bereaved families in Scotland could claim thousands of pounds more in compensation.

Uninsured employers are getting away with murder - Thompsons calls for an insurance fund of last resort

When someone is exposed to deadly asbestos fibres at work and goes on to develop an often terminal disease, the least they or their family should expect is compensation from the employer or its insurer.

Because the fatal asbestos cancer mesothelioma takes many decades to develop, all too often the employer has long since disappeared by the time the victim or their family need to claim.

The records of who insured it against compensation claims by employees have often disappeared too.

Particularly reckless employers may have had no insurance at all.

If the insurer cannot be traced and the employer is no longer in business then the victim and their family get no compensation - even though there is no question that the employer was to blame.

Thompsons is calling on the Government to set up an Employers Liability Insurance Bureau (ELIB) – similar to the Motor Insurance Bureau which compensates the victims of uninsured drivers.

Read more about the Campaign for an ELIB

International Campaigns

Thompsons Solicitors is committed to working with unions, pushing the boundaries of employment rights and achieving justice for trade union members, not just in the UK but all around the world. In line with our vision and values, we strive to use our experience in this country to support and help workers elsewhere. Our strong affiliation with UK unions has been crucial to our achievements internationally.

To read more about our work around the world, visit our International Campaigns Page or read the PDF version (287KB).