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Worldwide, there is increasing evidence of a growing mesothelioma claim rate among brake and vehicle mechanics.
This is because many brakes manufacturers used asbestos as a friction material. Indeed, until the 1970s this was common practice and in some countries actually continued to be so until the 21st century.
However, because of the long latency period, usually 30 to 50 years, of asbestos-related diseases it is only now that the deadly effects of contaminated brake pads are being felt.
For example, in March 2007 a car mechanic here in the UK received a no win, no fee compensation payout of £300,000 after making a mesothelioma claim for the cancer he developed as a result of working with asbestos brake pads in garages in the 1970s and 80s.
Following the resolution of his claim, he commented, "I was pleasantly surprised at how quickly it was resolved. I could have ended up with nothing. It has made a significant difference to my family."
And the UK is not the only country to have settled cases like this; in the United States a family was awarded $53 million after it was proved that their relative died after developing the deadly cancer as a result of exposure to asbestos brake linings.
It is difficult to gauge precisely the mesothelioma rate among mechanics, and not only because of the long latency period.
A spokesperson from workplace compensation specialist YouClaim comments, "Workers who've been exposed to asbestos while working with brake pads and linings, clutch facings and gaskets must always carry the heavy burden of knowing that they one day might develop a terminal illness.
"In the event that they do become ill, it is possible to launch a claim for compensation, though sadly for many this may come too late. In such cases families may claim for their loss instead."
Mesothelioma claims no cuts, no charges
Here at YouClaim we can advise you on your eligibility to make a claim and the likely steps that you will need to take along the way.
Should you decide to proceed with our service, we will then secure you the representation of a leading personal injury lawyer.
Rest assured, win or lose, you will be protected from all possible charges associated with your claim; you will never have to pay even a single penny to fund the cost of your litigation.
Additionally, we never take a cut; our 100% compensation promise.
To find out more about how our mesothelioma claim service may benefit you, echat with an advisor, complete an online claim form or call us today, on 0800 10 757 95.
