Michael Wolstencroft RWK Goodman

Michael Wolstencroft

Senior Associate

Injury

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About Michael

Michael Wolstencroft is a senior associate in our Industrial Disease team and is based in our Bath office.

Michael specialises in asbestos related diseases and represents asbestos sufferers throughout the UK and abroad who have been diagnosed with asbestosis, lung cancer, mesothelioma and pleural thickening conditions. Michael also represents the families of asbestos victims who have sadly passed away as a consequence of asbestos related disease.

Michael has experience of bringing successful claims on behalf of asbestos victims who lived close to asbestos manufacturing factories and also for partners of people who worked with asbestos who have contracted asbestos related diseases through washing their partners’ asbestos contaminated overalls.

He is a member of the APIL and solicitor regulated by the SRA, and is an APIL accredited asbestos disease specialist.

Michael undertakes all work relating to asbestos litigation including:

  • Advising on complex issues of foreseeability and legal liability
  • Guiding clients through the litigation process in an understanding and approachable manner, avoiding jargon
  • Progresses claims quickly to conclusion

I find it immensely rewarding and an absolute privilege to be able to assist asbestos sufferers and their families obtain justice.

Michael Wolstencroft

Relevant services

Asbestos and mesothelioma claims
If you have developed mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, we can help you seek compensation.
Accident at work claims
If you have suffered an accident at work you may be worried about more than your health. You will be worried about the effect on your income and your family, and want to obtain compensation at the earliest opportunity. That’s where we come in.
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Amputation claims
You may have had to undergo an amputation following a traumatic impact resulting from an accident, or as a result of medical negligence. If so, we can help you secure compensation to get your life back on track.
Animal injury claims
If you have been injured by an animal, our team of specialist animal accident solicitors are here to help you. The law is complex, and many lawyers brush off animal accidents as ‘just one of those things.’ But not us.
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Brain injury claims
The emotional turmoil and distress following a brain injury to a loved one is felt by not only the injured person but also wider family and friends. So if you’re considering a brain injury compensation claim, you’ll want to make sure you have all the necessary support and advice from an expert team of solicitors who understand what you might be going through.
Chronic pain claims
You’ll know chronic pain can affect every area of your life. Doctors, insurance companies, employers and even lawyers, may misunderstand your condition. Getting specialist legal advice for a chronic pain claim is therefore essential.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) claims
CRPS compensation claims are often complex, and not many lawyers understand the condition – or have even heard of it. We have a team of CRPS specialists, who understand what you’re going through and will treat your situation with sensitivity and empathy.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) compensation PPC
CRPS compensation claims are often complex, and not many lawyers understand the condition – or have even heard of it. We have a team of CRPS specialists, who understand what you’re going through and will treat your situation with sensitivity and empathy.
Cycling accident claims
If you have been injured whilst cycling, we can provide specialist legal advice to get you the compensation you deserve. Our team of specialists are all cyclists and bring that passion and insight to your compensation claim following an accident that was not your fault.
Denied Permanent Health Insurance (PHI) claims
If you have experienced a long-term illness or injury, taking measures to safeguard your income when you are ill is essential for you and your family. If the insurer won’t pay, or decides to terminate your claim, we can help.
Holiday accident claims
If you, or a family member, have had an accident whilst abroad, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Our specialist travel and foreign claims team can help you to understand what you are entitled to claim in compensation.
Road traffic accident claims
Road traffic accidents are all too common. Whether you’ve been injured as a driver, pedestrian, passenger, motorcyclist, rider or cyclist, you may be entitled to compensation to help you get your life back on track
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Spinal injury claims
However you came by your spinal injury, our specialist injury solicitors can help you get the compensation you deserve. As dedicated spinal cord injury claims solicitors, we can advise you on securing compensation which will help with your immediate and long term needs.

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