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Helping the people of the UK for over 25 years.
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Which occupations are most at risk of developing asbestos-related lung cancer?
Asbestos was widely used in many industries up until the 1980’s. The occupations are wide and varied. Here is a list of some of the occupations of people we have brought successful claims for :
- Laggers
- Boiler workers
- Heating engineers
- Power station workers
- Pipe Fitters
- Dockers
- Shipyard workers
- Merchant seamen
- Teachers
- Roofers
- Shop fitters
- Construction/demolition
- Plumbers
- Electricians
- Factory workers
- Carriage works
- Storemen
- Vehicle assemblers
- Painters and decorators
- Consultant engineers
- MOD civilian employees
- Utilities employees
- Housewives
- Glaziers
- Carpenters/joiners
- Telephone engineers
- School caretakers
- Confectionary workers
- Chrome platers
- Engine drivers
- Fireman
- HGV fitters
- Brake part makers
- Steel erectors
- Metal plate workers
- Vehicle body builders
- Gas fitters
- Carpenters
- Painters
- Sheet metal workers
- Welders
- Asbestos factory workers
- Power Station workers
- Chemical factory workers
- Laboratory Staff
- Chocolate factory workers
- Mining
- Storage workers
- Pottery workers
- Foundrymen
- Hotel maintenance
- Textile workers
- Cement workers
- Painters and decorators
- Boiler workers
- Glass Factory workers
- Civilian workers for the forces
- Maintenance workers
- Car factory workers
- Aviation industry workers
- Printing Industry workers
- Ventilation Industry workers
- Air conditioning workers
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Gloria Langton, Thirsk.
“I don’t think I could have coped without you and your professionalism especially on the day of the final inquest which was particularly harrowing for me. Your kindness and patience towards my father, whilst he was ill, was also very much appreciated. I have and will continue to recommend you to friends, colleagues and family for your services."
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Mr Cawthon, Copmanthorpe.
“I thank you most sincerely for all the effort you put in on my behalf. I hope your employers are proud of the fact you work so efficiently and to such high standards.”
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Ms Meakin
“I am very happy that this claim is now finally settled and thank you so much for the service you provided. It was exemplary. And you have been most patient with my numerous phone calls.”
£130,000 - Asbestos Claim
June Abbott, York.
“Thank you for handling Peters claim and getting settlement.”
£19,000 - Work Accident Claim
Kevin Ashton, Huntington.
“Thank you for the cheque for £19,000 in settlement of my claim. Fingers crossed there will not be any further accidents; however I would like to thank you for the professional manner in which you dealt with my accident claim. The most important part of a solicitor's job is communication and I must thank you for the way you kept me updated on what was going on.”
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Ian Lawson.
“Just to update you. The cheque has arrived. Many thanks for all the hard work you put in to bring things to a positive conclusion. It was refreshingly straight forward and easy to work with you during a challenging time for us all. Thanks for your empathy, help and support.”
Asbestos Claim
Sue & Roy.
"I have to say the service provided by you was excellent, being able to keep in contact and have that professional support is not something we often see and from my experience not a service provided by all solicitors. The last 12 months have been difficult but having your support has made the journey easier. Please pass on our thanks to Howard."
Road Accident Claim
Lori & James.
"Thanks to you and your staff for all your work and time you have given our case. Thank you for your service and I would recommend your company to anyone who asked."
Pension Claim
Graeme.
"Thanks again for all your efforts and I am sure you will realise from my reaction how happy my family are with this fantastic outcome. Your service has been fantastic from start to finish"
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Walmgate
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North Yorkshire
YO1 9XF
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Corries Solicitors Ltd, Melroses Yard, Walmgate, York, YO1 9XF. Registered number: 5517012. Corries Solicitors Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number: 424101.