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Mesothelioma Claims Solicitors Essex
A diagnosis of mesothelioma is life-changing and often comes with shock, uncertainty, and concern for the future. Our Personal Injury team provides clear, compassionate legal advice to help you understand whether a compensation claim may be available and how it could support you and your family.
Have you or a loved one been affected by mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is one of the most serious asbestos-related diseases. It can take decades to develop, meaning many people are only diagnosed long after their exposure occurred. At this stage, it is natural to feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or unsure where to turn.
You may be wondering whether a claim is still possible, what evidence is needed, or how legal action fits alongside treatment and care. Our role is to guide you through this process carefully, helping you understand your rights while reducing the burden at an already difficult time.
Historic Work Exposure
You were exposed to asbestos at work many years ago and are now experiencing serious symptoms
Recent Diagnosis
A recent diagnosis has left you unsure about financial support or legal options
Family Illness
A family member has become ill following historic asbestos exposure
Future Financial Concerns
You are concerned about future care costs and loss of income
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Martyn Trenerry
Consultant
Janeet Jawanda
Solicitor
Holly Minney
Head of Dispute Resolution
Aaron Burkett
Dispute Resolution Solicitor
Mesothelioma claims services
We support individuals and families affected by mesothelioma with clear, practical legal advice. Our role is to reduce pressure at a difficult time, explain your options calmly, and handle the legal process so you can focus on treatment, care, and your family.
Assessing Asbestos Exposure
We help identify when and where asbestos exposure may have occurred, often many years ago. This includes reviewing work history, sites, and products to establish a clear picture of potential responsibility.
Establishing Liability
We investigate whether employers or other parties failed in their duty to protect against asbestos exposure. This may involve tracing insurers or historic records, even where businesses no longer exist.
Compensation Claims
We advise on claiming compensation for pain and suffering, loss of income, care needs, medical expenses, and financial security for your family, explaining what may be included and why.
Claims for Family Members
If a loved one is too unwell or has passed away, we advise family members on bringing a claim on their behalf, including dependency claims and key time limits.
Negotiation and settlement
Many claims are resolved without court proceedings. We manage discussions with insurers to achieve fair outcomes efficiently, keeping you informed and in control throughout.
Court Proceedings
Where court action is required, we provide clear representation and guidance, focusing on minimising stress and explaining each stage of the process in plain English.
Holly Minney
Head of Dispute Resolution
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Understanding mesothelioma and asbestos exposure
What is mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer caused almost exclusively by asbestos exposure. It commonly affects the lining of the lungs (pleural mesothelioma), but can also affect the abdomen or other areas. Symptoms often include shortness of breath, chest or abdominal pain, fatigue, weight loss, and fluid build-up.
The disease has a long latency period, typically developing between 10 and 50 years after exposure. As a result, many people are diagnosed later in life, often without having realised they were ever at risk.
How asbestos exposure happens
Exposure most commonly occurred in workplaces where asbestos was widely used, including construction, shipbuilding, power stations, manufacturing, boiler rooms, schools, hospitals, and public buildings. In some cases, people were exposed without adequate warnings or protective measures.
Mesothelioma can also arise from secondary exposure, for example where asbestos fibres were brought home on work clothing, affecting family members.
When a claim may be possible
If your illness can be linked to asbestos exposure caused by an employer or organisation that failed to protect you, you may be entitled to compensation. Claims can sometimes be brought even if the company no longer exists, and in some circumstances on behalf of a loved one who has died.
Why choose Mullis & Peake
Mesothelioma claims require sensitivity, experience, and a clear understanding of complex industrial disease law. We focus on providing practical guidance, not pressure.
Specialist experience
Specialist in asbestos and industrial disease claim
Clear advice
Clear explanations at every stage of the process
Strong dispute capability
Support for families as well as individuals
Essex based experience
Local solicitors with a strong track record in contract disputes.
Frequently asked questions
Claims typically rely on medical evidence confirming diagnosis, employment records showing where exposure may have occurred, and supporting witness or documentary evidence. We help gather and assess this information carefully.
In most cases, claims must be started within three years of diagnosis. Where a claim is brought after death, the three-year period usually runs from the date of death. Early advice is important.
Compensation can reflect pain and suffering, loss of earnings, medical and travel costs, care needs, home adaptations, and support provided by family members.
Timescales vary, but claims can take up to 18 months or longer, depending on complexity. In some cases, interim payments may be available earlier.
You may still be able to claim through their insurers, or through the Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme if no insurer can be traced.
The scheme provides compensation to individuals diagnosed with mesothelioma who cannot trace an employer or insurer. Eligibility criteria apply, and we can advise whether it may be suitable.
Yes. Claims can often be pursued on behalf of someone who has died from mesothelioma, subject to time limits and circumstances.
Get in touch with our Mesothelioma Claims team
If you or a loved one has been affected by mesothelioma, we are here to listen and provide clear guidance.
Specialist asbestos claims solicitors
– Dedicated solicitors with deep experience.
Confidential, sensitive advice
– Clear guidance when you need it most.
No-obligation consultation
– Understand your options before you decide.
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