Asbestos bodies, asbestos compensation, and expert industrial disease solicitors

When seeking asbestos compensation, one of the signs that may be mentioned by a claimant's doctor or personal injury solicitor is the presence of asbestos bodies.

Asbestos bodies are the result of the body's defences against the potentially-deadly fibres; the body may recognise a fibre that it cannot expel, and provides it with a protein layer. The coated fibres are then known as asbestos bodies.

The presence of these in the lung tissue is not enough to launch a compensation claim, but it is enough to show serious exposure to the mineral and thus a sign that the subject is a high-risk candidate for lung cancer, asbestosis or mesothelioma.

A 2002 scientific study showed that there was a positive correlation with the presence of asbestos bodies in the sputum (phlegm from the lungs) of subjects and their exposure to the mineral, which was unaffected by a history of smoking or by gender. This research concluded that there was a possibility for such sputum to be used as a diagnostic tool for doctors considering screening for serious respiratory diseases.

In some mesothelioma compensation claims, the defending lawyers have argued that, without a sufficient level of asbestos bodies being discovered in the victim's lungs, the causation of the disease cannot be shown. This defence will be fiercely opposed by the victim's mesothelioma solicitor.

Knowledgeable asbestos compensation solicitors
It is important to ensure that any no win, no fee solicitor you appoint to your industrial disease compensation claim is aware of the issues surrounding your particular case. Here at YouClaim, we ensure that every solicitor on our panel is fully trained in their area of expertise, and that their professional conduct is governed by the rules of the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

We also use only lawyers who can offer you a free service in your asbestos claim. Through our payment model, you are protected from our fee, your opponent's fee, and all costs that can arise in an asbestosis or mesothelioma claim, whether you win or lose. You will not be expected to make any payments, whether directly on the claim or for ATE insurance premiums, and our 100 percent compensation guarantee means that any damages awarded to you in a successful claim will pass directly to you.

If you want to explore your options regarding an industrial disease compensation claim, our advisors are available to you. Simply complete an online claim form, chat to us online, or call our free UK hotline - 0800 10 757 95. We will strive to meet your needs regarding your search for asbestos compensation.