Workers with pleural plaques on their lungs resulting from their exposure to asbestos, but who have not yet contracted an illness or symptoms from the pleural plaques, have been denied compensation following a ruling of the highest appeal court in England and Wales, the House of Lords.

This is a devastating blow for pleural plaques victims. The Courts have refused to recognise the trauma and suffering caused by pleural plaques, despite the fact that victim's bodies have been invaded by asbestos and each day they are faced with the worry that the pleural plaques may develop into more severe symptoms, even asbestos related cancer.

Aegis Legal, who are accredited personal injury Solicitors, have Solicitors who specialise in asbestos related illness claims. Claims for pleural thickening, asbestosis and mesothelioma are unaffected by this decision.

If you have any queries regarding this decision, please speak to Rachel McKenna on our usual number 0161 927 3800.