Monthly Archives: February 2012
Landmark asbestos ruling from High Court
Potential for higher mesothelioma compensation after High Court ruling
A ruling in the High Court last week over a mesothelioma compensation claim could have a widespread impact for other people affected by the fatal asbestos-related cancer. …
Bus company employee accident leads to prosecution
The Health and Safety Executive has prosecuted a company after one of its employees suffered serious injuries when he was crushed underneath a bus. Continue reading
Hip replacement faults could lead to compensation claims
100 compensation claims have been launched by patients fitted with hip replacements manufactured by medical company DePuy after they suffered from serious side-effects. Continue reading
Cumbrian drivers warned after freezing rain causes nearly 100 accidents
Emergency services in Cumbria have issued warnings to motorists not to venture onto roads unless absolutely necessary after freezing rain on road surfaces caused nearly 100 accidents overnight and into today. Continue reading
Circular saw work accident leaves man without fingertips
A manufacturer of air conditioning systems has been fined by the Health and Safety Executive after one of its employee’s was involved in an accident at work in which he lost the tips of his fingers. Continue reading
Stoke on Trent school accident compensation
Accidents affecting pupils and staff in schools continue to be a problem for parts of Stoke-on-Trent and Cheshire according to figures released recently. Continue reading
Cold weather creates dangerous driving conditions on UK roads
This weekend’s cold spell has created hazardous conditions on roads across England, Wales and Scotland, with widespread snow and black ice on several key routes. Continue reading
