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6th January 2010
Grandfather disabled by asbestos related disease receives compensation
Compensation for Pleural Thickening
A former plasterer, who worked for Chester College, has received £45,000 after developing an asbestos related disease.The provisional settlement for pleural thickening will allow Anthony Martin, from Blacon, Cheshire, to re-open the claim at any point, as he now stands at risk of developing the fatal cancer mesothelioma.
The 65-year-old grandfather, who struggles to breathe and walk, was exposed to asbestos while working as a trained plasterer at Chester College, now Chester University.
The UNISON member worked at the college for 36 years before he retired.
No protection from asbestos or warnings of danger
During this time, he helped a joiner insulate the college theatre roof, using asbestos, but was not given any protection, or warned of the dangers to his health.
Mr Martin said:
“The compensation is a relief, but I’d rather have my health back.
“The most important thing for me is knowing that my wife and family will be able to claim compensation if the worst does happen.
“I try not to let my disability affect my day-to-day life, but it does leave me breathless.
“I know that there is a risk I could get cancer and I try to push that to the back of my mind, I am trying to deal with it the best I can.”
Thompsons Solicitors recovered compensation for asbestos victim
UNISON’s General Secretary, Dave Prentis, said:
“We are pleased that Mr Martin has received some compensation to help him and his family cope living with this disease.
“But the money will never make up for his disability, or increased risk of developing cancer.
“The employers put his health and safety in serious jeopardy by exposing him to asbestos with no protection.”
Steven Dickens, of Thompsons Solicitors, added:
“The settlement enables Mr Martin to have the benefit of some compensation now, while preserving his right to re-open the claim in the future.
“This means that he will be compensated if he should sufferer serious deterioration, due to progression of his pleural thickening, or other asbestos related conditions, including mesothelioma and asbestos induced lung cancer.”
Pleural Thickening Compensation
If you or someone you know has developed Pleural Thickening or any other asbestos related disease, telephone us now for accurate claim advice.
There are strict time limits in place to make any personal injury claim including pleural thickening claims. For further information, contact us or visit our Questions Answered page.
Thompsons Solicitors are experts in all personal injury matters and specialise in helping victims of asbestos make compensation claims. We will be able to advise you whether or not you have a valid claim for pleural thickening compensation. Our specialist personal injury lawyers will be happy to talk you through the process of making a pleural thickening claim in plain English and will be happy to answer any questions or queries you may have. If you do have a valid personal injury compensation claim and you decide to instruct Thompsons Solicitors to deal with the matter for you, we will recover our legal fees from the person responsible for your illness, ensuring that the entire procedure is cost-free for you. Telephone us now on 08000 224 224 or complete one of our online personal injury compensation claim forms.
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