Asbestos Compensation Claims Advice

Asbestos is linked to many areas where people work on a daily basis.  The exposure rate is very high but symptoms onset rate is very slow.  This is why there are special rules that apply for these types of workplace injury cases. Please click on the state that you where injured in for information about your State or Territory and limitation periods to claim.

QLD, NSW, VIC, WA, SA, NT, ACT, TAS

Workplace areas that may contain asbestos could be, just to name a few;

• Construction sites
• Older buildings
• Refineries
• Manufacturing plants
• Shipping yards
• Power plants

In this case it is important to think how many different types of trades people are working on these sites every day that are unaware of the risks involved.  Common trades that are more susceptible to exposure could be;

• Builders
• Electricians
• Carpenters
• Plasterers
• Brick layers
• Insulators
• Industrial workers
• mechanics and
• Any worker that works at the above sites

Asbestos being an airborne fiber danger is unsafe to anyone working around old buildings, building, walls, roofs also anyone who is not exposed to a construction site but, even family members.  Fibers can attach to anything part of clothing and can expose your family when they are simply washing work clothes.

As asbestos is not an instant or obvious disease, years can pass, employment can change but once exposed to the fibers they can take their toll on ones body.  Asbestos can cause either what is called Asbestosis’ which is scarring on the lung or ‘mesothelioma’ which is cancer of the lung lining. 

If you have been diagnosed with one of these diseases then you should contact us straight away to find out you individual rights.  Asbestos is a danger and people who have worked in these environments need to be compensated for what they will loose out of life in the future. 

You may be entitled to proceed with a claim if:

• You have ceased that employment
• Your exposure was many years or decades ago
• You have worked in different environments since
• You were sub contracts, contracted or self employed
• Your pervious employer does not run a business anymore
• You were a smoker
• You are not sure when, where or how you were exposed
• Your exposure occurred overseas or interstate.

When your health is involved it is important to seek compensation for the pain and suffering in your life and your families life.  By seeking legal advice we will make sure you are advised in an easy to understand manner and your claim is dealt with sensitivity.   

Disclaimer: Nothing on this website constitutes, or is meant to constitute, advice of any kind. If you require advice in relation to any legal matter you should consult an appropriately qualified lawyer.