Asbestos lawyers and compensation claims
Have you been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease such as asbestosis or mesothelioma? Asbestos exposure can lead to a range of dust diseases. You may be eligible to make an asbestos claim for compensation.
Asbestos exposure risks
When asbestos dust and fibers are inhaled, it can lead to several asbestos-related diseases. These diseases may not reveal their symptoms until years later. When inhaled, asbestos fibres accumulate in the lungs and can cause scarring and inflammation. Repeated exposure to asbestos increases your risk of developing an asbestos-related disease, the most common of which are outlined below.
Asbestos related diseases
Asbestosis
Asbestos related pleural disease
Lung cancer
Asbestos diseases are commonly found in professions and workplaces detailed below.
Asbestos-related professions and workplaces
Construction workers
Laborers
Builders
Carpenters
Plumbers
Mechanics
Boilermakers
Shipyard workers
Power station workers
Asbestos removalist and insulation workers
Demolition specialists
Miners
If you are suffering from an asbestos-related disease, it’s important to:
Seek legal advice from experienced asbestos lawyers
Document your asbestos exposure in case you need to make a future asbestos claim
We can help with asbestos claims for compensation
The asbestos claims process is not always straightforward – from navigating the legal process to gathering the required asbestos compensation medical evidence.
Helping you to navigate this difficult time is where our expert asbestos lawyers shine.
Shine Lawyers pursue claims Australia-wide and have a proven track record as far as the High Court of Australia. Our asbestos claims are run on a No Win, No Fee* basis. This means you only pay for our legal fees if we are successful with your asbestos claim. We can provide obligation-free advice about your potential asbestos claim, but we recommend reaching out sooner rather than later as strict time limits can apply.
Eligibility to make an asbestos claim
If you have an asbestos-related disease you may be able to make an asbestos claim, even if:
You’re no longer working at the place of exposure
Your employer is no longer in business
You were self-employed or a contractor
You have multiple organisations employing you
You suffered second-hand exposure (contact with someone who was exposed to asbestos)
You are, or were, a smoker
You could also make an asbestos claim, even if your asbestos exposure:
Was not work-related
Was unknown to you
Happened more than 50 years ago, interstate or overseas
Despite the circumstances around your asbestos exposure, Shine Lawyers are here to help you understand your rights regarding asbestos claims.
Why claim asbestos compensation?
Claiming for asbestos compensation helps to cover you for financial costs such as:
Income loss that you have now and will have in the future
Related immediate and future illness
Medical and hospital expenses
In some states, if you were exposed to asbestos during your employment, it’s also possible to claim under the workers’ compensation scheme for that state.
Find out if you're eligible for compensation
We’re here to make the claims process as simple and stress-free as possible.
How Shine Lawyers can help
We offer access to affordable legal advice including on a No Win, No Fee* basis and an obligation-free initial consultation so you can understand your rights to make an asbestos claim and know where you stand.
*Conditions apply
We are ready to act to get you the support and compensation you're entitled to and right wrong.
Asbestos claims FAQs
How long does an asbestos compensation claim take?
It’s possible to speed up asbestos claims. This is to make sure an asbestos claim is finalised in the sufferer’s lifetime.
In some cases, the asbestos claim may be finalised in a few weeks or months, but this depends on your particular situation and the facts of your case.
Why trust Shine Lawyers with my asbestos claim?
Shine Lawyers is one of the biggest personal injury and asbestos litigation firms in Australia. We have the asbestos claims experience to go up against the big insurance companies and get you the result you are looking for.
At Shine Lawyers you will have your own go-to team, who are always available to chat and who understand that explaining things in plain English is important.
We provide of our asbestos legal services on a No Win, No Fee* basis, which means you won't have to pay our legal costs unless we win your claim at the end.
*Conditions apply
Can I make an asbestos compensation claim for a deceased relative?
If someone close to you has passed away from an asbestos-related disease, you may be able to make an asbestos claim for compensation on behalf of their estate or as a dependent.
We can help you with this on a No Win, No Fee* basis so you don’t have to worry about upfront costs and can focus on getting yourself and your family back on track.
*Conditions apply
Are there asbestos lawyers near me?
With more than 40 branches across Australia and 1000+ team members, location is no barrier when it comes to accessing Shine Lawyers’ asbestos legal advice and support.
If you’d like to speak to our toxic exposure, silica and dust diseases team in person, you can see our full list of locations here.
If you can’t find a location near you (or wish to meet away from an office location), we can easily arrange an obligation-free virtual appointment or discuss the option to meet at a location that’s comfortable and convenient for you. No matter where you’re located, we’ll always provide the same, expert advice and manage your asbestos claim with the same level of quality and commitment.
Can’t work due to illness? You may be entitled to Superannuation and Disability Insurance
If you can’t work due to your dust disease illness or injury you might be entitled to benefits through your superannuation or other insurance policies. We recommend speaking to one of our asbestos legal experts for a quick, obligation-free analysis of your situation to determine your rights and ability to make a claim.
Learn more about superannuation and disability insurance claims.
