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One thing that is clear with the tragedy of asbestos is that there are no easy answers. Despite the fact that strict restrictions on the material's use have been in place for several decades, both the death rate and the no win, no fee asbestos claim rate continue to rise.
And, despite obvious risks and the very clear causal link between asbestos exposure and industrial illnesses such as asbestosis and mesothelioma, it is a fact that (as of 2010) the deadly fibre exists in thousands of public buildings across the UK, with 75% of all schools thought to contain it.
Fortunately, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) maintains that if asbestos is "properly managed, remains undamaged and undisturbed, then its presence alone should not be a cause for concern".
However, this does not mean that the future is clear. After all, the substance cannot sit in public buildings indefinitely and there is conflict among experts about the best way to manage it in the future, as any shortcomings in this management could easily result in the asbestos claims of the next half to full century.
Robin Howe, a member of Watch, the government advisory committee on science is just one such dissenting voice. He told The Guardian newspaper, "HSE's reported assurance that asbestos in good condition in buildings poses 'absolutely no risk' is scientifically incorrect. All asbestos in schools, specifically including those in good condition, can constitute a risk."
Some things are less open to debate though, such as the terrible fear and pain caused by asbestos-related illnesses.
Those who have suffered exposure live with a "time bomb mentality", knowing that fatal illness could strike them at any time. While those who are diagnosed with asbestos illness live with the both the knowledge and the reality of a swift and painful demise.
It is a frightening situation, which makes uncertainty about the future of asbestos an issue in urgent need of serious consideration and, eventually, action.
An asbestos claim for 100 per cent compensation
Here at YouClaim we believe in taking both the risk and the stress out of the asbestos claim process.
Whether you are claiming for asbestosis, mesothelioma or lung cancer, our specialist personal injury lawyer panel provides a completely fee-free, cost-free and disbursement-free legal service, win or lose – no small print, no nasty surprises.
In addition, this commitment to the claimant is further underlined by our 100 per cent compensation promise – we never take a cut.
It is almost inevitable that if you are claiming compensation for an asbestos-related illness, you and your family are experiencing a dark and emotionally painful time.
We always look to support claimants as much as possible through a sensitive and thorough legal representation that both protects and fights their interests.
To find out more about our service and how it may benefit you, echat, complete an online claim form or call us, on 0800 10 757 95.
