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Diffuse Pleural Thickening Claims

If you have developed diffuse pleural thickening as a result of being exposed to asbestos at work, you may be eligible to make diffuse pleural thickening claims.  Pleural thickening is a form of industrial disease that is caused due to the exposure to asbestos over a prolonged period of time.  Those who have worked in environments where asbestos has been used may be at a risk of developing pleural thickening at some stage in their life.   In this condition, the linings of the lungs become scarred and as a result, the victim may have difficulty in breathing.

When asbestos fibers are inhaled into the lungs, the membranes surrounding the lungs may become affected causing it to thicken.  When this happens, scarring takes place and the victim starts experiencing symptoms such as shortness of breath, dry coughs and wheezing.  In most cases, pleural thickening affects both the lungs and once scarring has taken place over a wide area around the lungs, the condition is termed diffuse pleural thickening.

Claiming Compensation

If you are suffering from diffuse pleural thickening, you may be eligible to claim compensation for general damages as well as for special damages.  Usually, compensation is awarded in two parts.  Firstly, the victim may be able to receive compensation for the pain and suffering that he has gone through.  This means that the victim may be able to receive a compensation award for his inability to work, do things like before and loss of enjoyment of life.  Secondly, compensation for all the financial losses that the victim has suffered as a result of the disease may be awarded.  This includes medical bills, prescription costs, travel expenses and other expenses.

We Can Help You Make Diffuse Pleural Thickening Claims

At InjuryClaims.co.uk, we have specialist industrial disease claims solicitors who can help you make diffuse pleural thickening claims.  Our solicitors use a risk free No Win No Fee scheme and this means that you can start a claim with us without worrying about our legal costs and fees.  When you choose our solicitors to handle your claim, we will not just take the risk out of making a claim, but we will also make sure that you receive 100% compensation without any deductions if your claim is successful.

To get in touch with our experienced personal injury solicitors, simply fill out our online claim form.  Our expert solicitors will assess your claim without any cost to you and if you have a valid claim, we will be happy to handle your claim on your behalf.