Pleural plaques are visible on the chest x-ray and usually develop in the region of ten to twenty years after exposure.
They are a marker of exposure to asbestos. Exposure to asbestos gives rise to the risk of developing a more serious asbestos related illness in the future.
For the past 20 - 30 years, it has been possible to claim for compensation through the Courts if you had pleural plaques in order to compensate people for having developed pleural plaques and the worry that comes with this condition.
Due to a recent decision of the House of Lords, those with asbestos related pleural plaques are no longer entitled to claim for compensation through the Court.
Pleural plaques are an indication of exposure to asbestos and could demonstrate the risk of contracting and developing a more serious asbestos related disease in the future. Should you develop any asbestos related condition you should not hesitate to contact us.