Lancashire County Council has paid out £672,094 in compensation and costs over the last four years to people with conditions linked to asbestos.
Asbestos claims
It has been revealed in new figures that, since 2010, 17’people have contacted Lancashire County Council regarding asbestos claims. Of these 17 claims one of the cases was related to asbestos related cancer, one to asbestosis and 12 are related to mesothelioma. So far there have been three pay outs and six claims are ongoing- one of which has received a £50,000 interim damages payment.
All but one of the claimants were employed by Lancashire’s county council, with jobs including road workers, heating engineers, plasterers, factory workers and teachers- and all relate to time frames from 1950 onwards.
Asbestos related illness can present itself as early as 7 years after exposure or some 50 years later; if you have been exposed to asbestos and are concerned that you may be ill as a result you should consult your GP immediately. In the event of a diagnosis Harwood Solicitors will do everything they can to assist you.
