My Dad has mesothelioma, he was in the building trade for 40 odd years from the 1950's to the 1990's. I've instructed a solicitor who is an expert in this field and he's taken a statement from Dad. But he's also explained to me that after Dad passes there will need to be a Coroners Inquest and probably a Post Mortem on Dad. I'm a retired Police Officer (only retired last year) and I spent the last 16 years investigating murders, so I know exactly what happens at a PM. I've always said I wouldn't want one done on me if I died. But now I'm having to deal with this possibility all on my own (my husband is a good listener). The Solicitor explained it is because we need a definite verdict that the mesothelioma killed Dad. As he has a second lung cancer in the other lung, and the company we are seeking compensation from will argue that it wasn't the mesothelioma but the other cancer. He also has a heart condition and 3 stents fitted. Half of me says 'just forget the legal action' but then I think 'No they should pay', Mum's going to struggle financially as Dad brings in most of the money, even now. I can't discuss this with Mum & Dad and I think it's harder for me because I know too much about what happens! To be honest I don't know if I'm coming or going at the moment. Constantly having to keep Mum up, shopping, liaising with nurses and GPs and Dad is deteriorating daily. Has anyone else been through this at all?