Pleural plaques are scarring of the lung tissue and do not usually cause physical impairment/symptoms. They are however a sign of changes to the body as a result of asbestos. This can mean that the individual is at a small but significantly increased risk of developing a more serious asbestos related condition. Until relatively recently it was possible to claim a modest sum in compensation for contracting pleural plaques.
The Court of Appeal recently decided that it is no longer possible to claim solely for pleural plaques, however the Court of Appeal decision is subject to an appeal and the House of Lords will make a final decision about whether pleural plaques can be compensated for in June/July 2007.
If you have been diagnosed with an asbestos related disease please contact our solicitors or fill in our online claim form to discuss your own case and our team will guide you through the claims process.
