Step 1: Initial Consultation We will gather information about your asbestos exposure, medical condition, and employment history during this consultation. We can visit you at home and at no cost, entirely at your convenience wherever you are in England, Wales or Northern Ireland. STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO THE LEGAL PROCESS OF CLAIMING COMPENSATION Step 2: Eligibility Assessment We will assess your case to determine your eligibility for compensation. We will explain your legal rights and discuss the potential avenues for compensation, including employer’s liability and government schemes. Step 3: Investigation If eligible, we will commence a thorough investigation to identify the responsible parties and gather the necessary evidence to support your claim. We will aim to trace the employers and insurers, even if the companies no longer exist.
Step 4: Medical Evaluation It is rare for these to be undertaken. We know that these
examinations can be exhausting and will only be needed if required by the defendant’s lawyers. In most cases, the initial diagnosis is enough evidence of your circumstances.
Step-By-Step Guide To The Legal Process of Claiming Compensation
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