Using the law to change lives for the better
We are the leading social justice law firm representing union members who have suffered injury or mistreatment.
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Fifty years on from House of Lords win
On 28 June 1972, we won the first successful asbestos case in the House of Lords. Since then, we’ve calling for greater awareness of the lasting impact of exposure.
A history of landmark asbestos litigation
Our timeline shows how the toxic substance has cost the lives of countless innocent people who should never have been put at risk in the first place.
Asbestos: past, but present
Our asbestos experts continue to campaign for those affected by asbestos exposure and highlight why the issue is #PastButPresent.
Services
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Spire Healthcare claims
If you are a former patient of breast surgeon Ian Paterson and have received a recall letter from Spire Healthcare, our experts can help you make a claim to the fund set up to compensate victims.
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Mesothelioma claims
Thompsons won the first-ever asbestos compensation case brought to the House of Lords back in 1972. Since then, we have been involved in every major fight against the asbestos insurance industry.
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Carol's Story
UNISON member, Carol King, dedicated decades of her career to the ambulance service, however she was left with no choice but to leave her job after facing sexism and bullying at work.
Find out moreOur award wins, accreditations and partners
Thompsons Solicitors is an award-winning law firm, recognised as one of the best personal injury, employment rights and medical negligence firms in the UK.
We’re proud to work alongside trade unions, charities and support groups to ensure union members across England and Wales receive all the professional and compassionate support they need to aid recovery following injury.
