ASBESTOS EXPOSURE & MESOTHELIOMA
Strange Strange & Gardner provides specialist investigations and expert witness reports in cases involving all aspects of asbestos exposure and occupational respiratory disease. Our experts produce detailed, evidence-based reports suitable for medico-legal proceedings, insurance claims, and regulatory investigations. For more details of occupational hygiene services, please visit our dedicated occupational hygiene web page
Specialist Asbestos Exposure Investigation
We specialise in reconstructing and characterising historic asbestos exposure across a wide range of industries, occupations, and environments. Using a combination of occupational history analysis, technical knowledge of asbestos-containing materials, and industry exposure data, we provide detailed assessments of how and when exposure may have occurred and compare exposure to the relevant guidance and regulation and provide estimates on exposure dose and apportionment.
We are experienced in assessing historic occupational exposures and providing expert opinion in relation to asbestos-related diseases, including:
- Mesothelioma
- Asbestosis
- Asbestos-related lung cancer
- Pleural plaques
- Diffuse pleural thickening
In addition, we investigate a wider range of occupational respiratory diseases, including:
- Silicosis
- Occupational asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Hypersensitivity pneumonitis
Our work includes evaluating exposure arising from:
- Industrial workplaces
- Construction and demolition activities
- Shipbuilding and engineering environments
- Manufacturing processes
- Maintenance and repair work
- Environmental and domestic exposure
- Para-occupational exposure, including exposure from contaminated work clothing brought into the home.
Each report is supported by our extensive library of asbestos literature and experience, including peer-reviewed scientific research, regulatory guidance, historical industry practices, and epidemiological data.
Dose Assessment and Exposure Analysis
A key element of asbestos litigation is determining whether exposure levels were sufficient to materially contribute to disease. Our occupational hygiene experts undertake detailed dose assessment calculations, including:
- Calculation of Employment Contribution Dose
- Lifetime Dose estimation
- Background Dose evaluation
These calculations allow us to assess the relative contribution of occupational exposure compared with environmental background exposure, providing courts with clear, scientifically grounded evidence when considering causation. We can comment on likely fibre type exposure to further inform medical investigations as well as offer views on significance of exposure in material increase in risk considerations.
If you would like to instruct an expert or discuss a potential asbestos investigation, please contact Strange Strange & Gardner to speak with our team.
