Widow secures mesothelioma compensation
After years of battling her husband's former employers, a widow
has finally secured compensation for his untimely death.
June Bickle has been awarded a confidential settlement, thought
to be over £50,000, from cigarette manufacturer, Filtrona, after
her husband, Alan Bickle, contracted mesothelioma after his time
with the company. Mr Bickle worked as a turner and grinder at the
factory for more than 30 years and was often left exposed to
asbestos.
While Filtrona initially denied any liability for his fatal
condition, they changed their tune just days before a High Court
hearing into the conditions surrounding Mr Bickle's death was due
to take place.
"This was never about the money. It's important that the use of
asbestos is highlighted. The company denied it, and that made me
really mad," said Mrs Bickle.
According to the National Cancer Institute, approximately 70-80%
of those diagnosed with mesothelioma have come into contact with
asbestos at some point in their working lives. However, the nature
of the disease means it could easily be passed on to family
members. The disease affects the cells lining the lungs which
become abnormal and divide, often controllably.
If you or your loved ones have contracted mesothelioma and feel
former, or current employers are to blame, please contact our
solicitors today and see what compensation is available.