Dust Disease Mesothelioma

Dust Diseases – Dockyard Worker with Mesothelioma | $500,000 in Compensation

The Incident

Frank took a job at a dockyard for six months after finishing his leaving certificate, before changing career trajectories completely and becoming an accountant. While working in and around naval ships in the yard for repair, he was exposed to asbestos dust and fibre, including asbestos lagging and other asbestos-containing materials.

Serious Injury and Medical Treatment

Nearly five decades later, Frank was diagnosed with mesothelioma and given a grim prognosis of only months to live.

The Long Road to Recovery

Frank faced a serious illness with very limited time remaining. His story highlights the devastating consequences of exposure many decades earlier.

Why Specialist Legal Advice Was Required

The case concerned Frank’s asbestos exposure during his brief period of dockyard employment. The seriousness of his condition and his limited prognosis made timely action particularly important.

Legal Support and Advocacy

Given the seriousness of Frank’s condition and the limited time he had left, we were able to expedite his matter and ensure he achieved compensation in his lifetime.

Securing a Life-Changing Outcome

Frank’s compensation outcome was $500,000, secured during his lifetime following his diagnosis of mesothelioma.

Our Commitment

At Garling&Co, we are committed to supporting clients through the impact of dust diseases. We provide the expert legal assistance our clients need to reset, reclaim and rebuild their lives.