Asbestos Cancer judgment may help thousands in the future

Asbestos cancer claim specialists Corries highlight a recent case which may help asbestos cancer victims in the future. The case of Heynike v Birlec Limited (1) Mod(2) and Special Metals Wiggin Limited 2018 will make a real change to cases where someone was exposed to asbestos as a contractor on another employers site. Call the Experts…

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Carillion collapse & asbestos victims – could they be the losers?

Carillion asbestos victims may be the big losers following the company going into liquidation. The collapse of construction giant Carillion will have far-reaching effects. We consider how this may affect asbestos victims who worked for Carillion. Carillion – Company background Carillion has, over many years, taken over a large number of different companies. These have…

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Asbestos papers judgment may open Pandora’s Box

An important asbestos papers judgement could have wide ranging support for asbestos victims. The Asbestos Papers Case A claim was heard in the Royal Courts of Justice between insurance companies who had previously paid compensation to dying asbestos cancer victims. These victims were employed by Cape Distribution Ltd and it’s subsidiary companies. An argument was raised…

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Asbestos cancer victims take heart following claim win

An asbestos cancer case decision has shown the difficulties facing mesothelioma victims if they other health conditions. The High Court recently handed down its judgement on McGill v Panel systems (DB) Ltd.  In this case the main issue was over life expectancy. The case may have broader implications. Asbestos Cancer Claim Issues The late Mr…

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Asbestos Cancer & Women -Good news on the horizon?

Asbestos cancer in women is increasing not only in the UK but abroad too. We consider those affected and how an upcoming appeal in UK courts might turn the tide in their favour. Mesothelioma is a cancer of the lining of the lung. it can develop when a person breathes in asbestos in life. There…

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Pleural Plaques some free advice for you and your family

This is our simple guide and advice if you have been diagnosed with pleural plaques. Pleural plaques are a scarring to the lining of the lung due to asbestos exposure. Here are some practical tips if you have been diagnosed with pleural plaques. The Law Unfortunately since 2006 compensation for pleural plaques is no longer available.…

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Asbestos claims -"Sea change" in the law may make claims easier

Asbestos claims could be easier if a recent case is used by asbestos victims and their lawyers. Corries asbestos team welcome a common sense decision by a court for a claim for asbestos compensation. It is hoped this will help other asbestos victims in the future. Asbestos claims – case law Corries asbestos claim team…

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