Dust Disease Diaries: Real lives, real stories of asbestos & beyond8 Maj 2024

Silicosis: navigating the legal compensation process

If you or someone you care about has received a diagnosis of silicosis or is worried about potential exposure, knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. To help with that, in this episode we’ve got Jacqueline Hughes, a Partner at Turner Freeman Lawyers in Sydney, who specialises in compensation law, particularly focusing on dust diseases like silicosis.

In our chat with Jacqueline, hosted by James O’Loghlin, we dive into the compensation process specifically tailored for individuals dealing with silicosis. With her wealth of experience and passion, Jacqueline shares how she takes the weight off her clients' shoulders and fights for the best possible outcomes on their behalf.

Jacqueline is dedicated to helping a younger demographic affected by silicosis, many of whom are supporting young families – and this is what drives her to ensure that they receive the support and compensation they deserve.

This conversation is a goldmine for understanding how lawyers navigate compensation claims, how ‘pain and suffering’ is awarded in different states around the country, and how Jacqueline prioritises her clients' needs above all else.

But beyond the legal jargon, what truly shines through is Jacqueline's empathy and determination to tirelessly advocate for her clients. So, if you're seeking insight into the compensation process for silicosis, or just want to be inspired by someone making a real difference, this episode is a must-listen.

Note: On 13 December 2023, the Federal Government committed to a national ban on engineered stone to come into effect 1 July 2024.

Read more about Jaqueline Hughes here: https://www.turnerfreeman.com.au/team/jacqueline-hughes/

You can listen to the interview with Dr Stephen Kao here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dust-disease-diaries/episodes/A-medical-oncologists-perspective-on-mesothelioma-management-e2ij41j

You can listen to Armando Gardiman’s episode here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dust-disease-diaries/episodes/I-will-carry-you--Meet-one-of-the-pioneering-lawyers-of-asbestos-litigation-in-Australia-e2eohma

To find out more about ADDRI, visit our website: www.addri.org.au

Thank you to our Podcast Interviewer and host James O’Loghlin and Producer Rod Morri from Sydney Podcast Studios.

If you have any questions or comments, please email info@addri.org.au

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