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What is mesothelioma?

Mesothelioma is a tumour which affects the mesothelium, most commonly in the lining of the lung, but can also affect the abdominal cavity, heart or testes.

Mesothelioma is almost always caused by exposure to asbestos and has a long latency period of typically between 20 and 50 years.

The disease is often associated with a rapid and significant weight loss combined with heavy and sudden sweating, particularly at night.

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How can Boyes Turner help mesothelioma suffers to bring a claim?

Our highly experienced mesothelioma and asbestos claims solicitors are skilled in supporting those with asbestos-related diseases and their families. We understand the difficulties that being diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease can create.

We have helped recover over £77 million in compensation since 2005 for those with asbestos related diseases. Read about our previous mesothelioma cases to find out how we have helped others like you.

We are happy to put you in touch with a charity who can assist you in making any appropriate applications for government benefits such as Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit and under the Pneumoconiosis etc (Workers’ Compensation) Act 1979, Diffuse Mesothelioma Scheme 2008 or Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme 2014. 

Many of our lawyers have dedicated their careers to acting for those affected by asbestos-related disease.

The UK’s leading legal commentators, Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession and The Legal 500, continue to rate us as one of the leading firms in the country for helping people who have suffered an industrial disease get maximum compensation in the minimum amount of time.

How much will it cost to bring a mesothelioma claim?

We offer Conditional Fee Agreements (CFAs or "no win no fee") and as a client with mesothelioma you will receive 100% of your compensation.

We always provide an initial interview free of charge, without any obligations to take matters further. At that meeting we will discuss how to fund your claim and the benefits available to mesothelioma sufferers. 

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Meet your specialist team

Our specialist Mesothelioma compensation claims solicitors team are considered leaders in the field and have a significant amount of expertise.
Laura Magson

Laura Magson

Partner

Kim Milan

Kim Milan

Senior Partner

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Melloney Harbutt

Senior associate - solicitor

Martin Anderson

Martin Anderson

Associate Solicitor

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Roshni Patel

Paralegal

Laura Magson
Kim Milan
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Martin Anderson
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Awards & accreditations

Our medical negligence and personal injury teams have been nationally recognised for over 20 years because of their expertise, empathy and commitment to securing maximum compensation for our clients.

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What our clients say

"A good company with great staff"

I selected Boyes Turner from a list given to me by an asbestos charity, on the strength of the CV’s of the specialist solicitors. It was a wise choice, I feel.
Melloney Harbutt has been great from day one, despite my occasionally disappearing into hospital for emergency treatment. Very supportive, very knowledgeable and very friendly.


The whole process has been made easier for me thanks to their great communication skills and knowledge of the process. Thank you

Mr Webster

"We finally settled our claim with Laura’s help"

When my dad was diagnosed with mesothelioma we were contacted by a charity based company called HASAG which put us on to Boyes Turner, and we met Laura. Laura managed to speak to dad virtually whilst he was still with us, but unfortunately he passed away very soon after. Laura advised that I become an executor to dads claim.Laura was so easy to deal with and also showed the family a personal touch whenever we spoke.


We finally settled our claim with Laura’s help.


The family would definitely recommend Laura and Boyes Turner to anyone needing a representative for a mesothelioma case as Laura’s knowledge is vast

Boyes Turner Client

"The final result was very satisfactory"

After much hesitation regarding making a claim and speaking to HASAG. I found Boyes Turner one of HASAG's approved solicitors, I met Melloney who explained the process in plain English, and we started the ball rolling, some of the reports were difficult to come to terms with, but all through the process Melloney was supportive and understanding.


As there were multiple parties involved the process took some time which was frustrating, but the final result was very satisfactory.

Mick V

"I would not hesitate to fully recommend their services"

After my diagnosis and starting my treatment for asbestosis I chose the services of Boyes Turner LLP to help me and my family through the claim system.


I had the good fortune to be introduced to Melloney Harbutt as my lead solicitor. At a time when I least wanted additional stress and anxiety, her clear compassionate, honest legal knowledge and personal guidance prevailed throughout.


 

Mr Fletcher

"Mesothelioma Claim"

Absolutely delighted with the speed, efficiency and clarity of the support provided by Laura in my claim against my former employer. She cut through the legalese jargon and explained everything in detail making my decision making easy.

Additionally, she handled my grim prognosis details with compassion and showed a great understanding of, not only the legal aspects, but also the complex medical details and options. The prompt settlement negotiated by Laura has ensured I can "enjoy" the benefits while still fairly mobile and also she ensured the defendants would fund any future treatments not funded by the NHS should I need them.


It was a pleasure working with Laura and I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending her to others.

Alan
Rated Excellent 4.8/5