INTRODUCTION TO THIS GUIDE
Anthony Carlton, our mesothelioma client
This guide aims to be a reliable companion for individuals and their families grappling with the repercussions of asbestos exposure and navigating legal claims for asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma.
It is designed to provide clear and concise information on asbestos, its history in the UK, the diseases it causes, and the available legal support and treatment options.
This guide is intended for: Individuals unlawfully exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with an asbestos- related disease.
Families and loved ones of those affected who are seeking understanding and exploring avenues for support and compensation.
Anyone looking to deepen their understanding of asbestos-related diseases and the legal pathways available for victims.
Anthony’s story
The guide aims to educate and inform: To provide clear, accurate, and comprehensive information on asbestos, its impact, and the diseases it causes.
His granddaughter, a nurse, was concerned about his shortness of breath and persuaded him to see his doctor. Following further tests, the great grandfather of 11 was diagnosed with the asbestos cancer, mesothelioma, and was told he had six months to live. He contacted our asbestos disease solicitors who secured compensation for Tony, as well as costs of immunotherapy treatment at home, as part of the settlement. The treatment has helped ease his symptoms and increased his life expectancy, with his consultants commenting on how well he has reacted to the treatment.
Anthony Carlton was exposed to asbestos while volunteering as a firefighter. He developed an asbestos cancer nearly 40 years later and was told he had six months to live. Between 1969 and 1979, the now 82-year-old worked as a planning manager by day, but by night, volunteered as a firefighter. Originally from Kent, before moving to Aberdare in South Wales, he was based in a rural area and attended many barn fires, which were constructed using corrugated asbestos sheeting. He was exposed to the deadly fibres while extinguishing the fire but had no idea about the dangers of asbestos. Alongside his volunteering, Tony was also involved in charity work, which included running a charity that organised trips for children from the Ukraine to visit the UK, and through boot sales and fayres, raised more than £500 for cancer charity Macmillan.
To empower and support: To offer guidance and support to the victims and their families, empowering them with knowledge and helping them make informed decisions.
To help you navigate the legal process: outline the legal procedures of claiming compensation and highlight the victims’ rights with a step-by-step guide to legal recourse.
It is also here to highlight our expertise: To underscore our unparalleled experience, commitment, and success in representing victims of asbestos exposure, reinforcing our role as advocates for the rights of the injured and mistreated.
“The service I had from my solicitors was second-to-none. Without the settlement, I wouldn’t have been able to have the treatment, which is improving my quality of life, or hold those responsible to account for their neglect.”
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