An asbestos death of a 93-year-old “keeper of the books” has given a stark warning of the dangers of asbestos exposure. The Asbestos case Dr Dennis Shaw worked at the Oxford Bodleian library when major refurbishment and underground building work was taking place in the early 1970’s. During this work he was exposed to asbestos…
Read MoreAsbestos deaths continues to create a sad legacy in a new report. Figures released by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) confirm that in 2015 there were 12,000 lung disease deaths linked to past exposures to dust at work. Asbestos – The Numbers The headline parts of the report included:- 1. There were 2,542 asbestos…
Read MoreAn 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…
Read MoreAdult injuries sustained during sexual activities are more common place than you would think. This is our adult guide to those who have suffered such injury. As Solicitors we are often asked what it is that we do. The answer is usually simple – we help people who are injured.In all sorts of ways. Adult…
Read MoreEssure Implant advice if you have been affected by this product. Essure is a form of permanent female birth control akin to sterilisation. It has been used in the UK since 2009. The product was suspended from UK use in August 2017 due to concerns about performance. Essure – The Background It is thought that…
Read MoreAsbestos 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…
Read MoreSilicosis is a silent killer that many people may suffer with but few are diagnosed. Many people will be aware of the dangers of asbestos dust. Asbestos was widely used in the construction industry. The dust and fibres given off mean it is the biggest killer of UK construction workers. But what about other dusts…
Read MoreA hip implant court trial is to start at the Royal Courts of Justice which will affect hundreds of hip operation patients. Corries Solicitors have the second largest number of cases in what is considered to be the one of the largest UK product liability trials ever. The cases are brought for over 300 patients…
Read MoreVaginal mesh is sometimes picked up and discussed in the media but is there hope for those who have suffered due to problems with it? We often hear of men suffering from a stubborn injury or unexplained symptoms yet reluctant to attend his GP until persuaded to do so by his partner. The failure of…
Read MoreThe Smoking“Stoptober” campaign to try and encourage people to stop smoking by using e cigarettes has raised the issue of the unknown dangers of vaping. Public Health England will be running a series of 30 second television adverts shortly in support of the Stoptober campaign. The campaign has been successful in reducing the numbers of…
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