Mesothelioma Claims

At Claimtime Solicitors, we believe that everyone should have access to justice, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we handle all mesothelioma claims on a No Win No Fee basis.

This simple arrangement means you can pursue your claim without any financial risk. Here’s how it works:

• No upfront costs – You don’t pay anything to start your claim.
• No hidden charges – We’re transparent about all costs from day one.
• No fee if your claim doesn’t succeed – If we don’t win, you don’t pay us a penny.

If your claim is successful, you’ll keep the majority of your compensation, ensuring you receive the financial support you need for treatment, care, and security for your family.

Our No Win No Fee agreement allows you to focus on what truly matters, your health and wellbeing, while we focus on achieving the justice and compensation you deserve.

To make a mesothelioma claim, you must show that you were exposed to asbestos due to an employer’s or another party’s negligence. Most mesothelioma claims and mesothelioma compensation claims must be started within three years of the date you were diagnosed or first became aware that the illness was linked to asbestos.

A solicitor will gather medical evidence and employment history to support the mesothelioma claims process and identify the responsible insurer. If the employer no longer exists, you may still be able to make a mesothelioma compensation claim through their insurers or apply under the Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme. Mesothelioma claim solicitors can advise on how to make a mesothelioma claim in these circumstances.

Yes, you can. If your loved one has sadly passed away as a result of mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness, you may still be able to make a compensation claim on their behalf.

At Claimtime Solicitors, we understand how deeply these cases affect families, emotionally, financially, and personally. Our experienced team can help you:

• Claim compensation for your loved one’s pain and suffering, as well as any financial losses resulting from their death
• Represent you at the inquest to help establish the circumstances of exposure and ensure accountability
• Seek justice and an apology from those responsible for the asbestos exposure

You may be eligible to claim if you were the spouse, civil partner, child, or financially dependent relative of the person who passed away.

In most cases, you’ll have three years from the date of death to start a claim. If a post-mortem confirmed that asbestos exposure caused or contributed to their death, the three-year period starts from the date you were informed of those findings.

If your loved one had already begun legal proceedings before their death, you may be able to continue their claim. This usually must be done within three years of their passing.

At Claimtime Solicitors, we handle these cases with sensitivity, expertise, and respect, ensuring your family’s rights are protected and that you receive the justice your loved one deserves.

Mesothelioma is a serious and life-limiting cancer, and there is currently no cure. Most cases are eventually fatal, although treatment can help manage symptoms and may extend life.

Survival times vary depending on factors such as the stage at diagnosis, overall health, and response to treatment. Your medical team can provide more specific information about prognosis in individual cases.

• We’ve got 20 years of experience in handling personal injury and medical negligence claims throughout the UK, so you can be sure you’re in good hands.
• Our Mesothelioma Support Team is here to support and guide you every step of the way.
• We have a successful track record of securing large settlements for those who’ve been badly hurt and their families.
• We care, and we want to make sure your well-being is the top priority.
• We represent clients nationwide; wherever you are in the UK, our solicitors can visit you in person or arrange a video consultation for your convenience.

In the UK, you usually have three years to start mesothelioma claims or compensation claims for mesothelioma. The time limit runs from the date you were diagnosed, or from when you first knew the illness was linked to asbestos exposure.

If the person has died, the family can bring a mesothelioma claim after death UK within three years from the date of death or the date of knowledge. Court permission is required to proceed outside this period, and claims for mesothelioma must normally show that the illness was caused by someone else’s negligence.

There is no fixed average payout for mesothelioma in the UK, as compensation depends on factors such as age, severity of illness, financial losses, and whether the mesothelioma compensation claim is made during life or as a mesothelioma claim after death.

Awards in mesothelioma compensation claims are often substantial because the condition is serious and usually linked to asbestos exposure at work. To claim compensation, you must show that negligent asbestos exposure caused the illness, and court claims are generally subject to a three-year time limit from the date of diagnosis. If the employer no longer exists, claims for mesothelioma may still be possible through insurers or government schemes.

Yes. In the UK, mesothelioma will normally meet the definition of a disability because it is a serious, long-term condition that has a substantial effect on daily activities. People diagnosed with mesothelioma may be eligible for benefits such as the Personal Independence Payment or Attendance Allowance, depending on their age and care needs.

These benefit claims are separate from mesothelioma claims or mesothelioma compensation claims, and entitlement is based on how the condition affects you, not just the diagnosis itself.

Yes. If someone dies from mesothelioma, their estate or certain dependents can bring a mesothelioma claim after death. This is usually done by the executor or administrator of the estate, and close family members may also claim for financial dependency.

In most cases, mesothelioma claims after death UK must be started within three years of the date of death or the date the cause of death was known. Compensation claims for mesothelioma generally require proof that the illness was caused by asbestos exposure due to another party’s negligence.

If a person with mesothelioma dies before or during mesothelioma claims, the case can continue through their estate. In most cases, a grant of probate or letters of administration is needed so the personal representative can deal with the mesothelioma compensation claim.

The usual time limit is three years from the date of diagnosis or the date of death, depending on when the claim is made. Mesothelioma claims generally require proof that asbestos exposure was caused by negligence or breach of duty.

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