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Folkestone man appeals for information following his asbestos-related diagnosis
A former construction worker and theatre stage attendant from Folkestone, Kent, is appealing for information following his diagnosis with an asbestos-related illness.
Inquest into the deaths of Reading murder victims, James Furlong, Dr David Wails and Joseph Ritchie-Bennett
The inquest into the deaths of James Furlong, 36, Dr David Wails, 49, and Joseph Ritchie-Bennett, 39, who were murdered by Khairi Saadallah in Forbury Gardens, Reading, in June 2020 began at the Old Bailey today.
Family of James Atkinson calls for better regulation of food apps after inquest finds he died of anaphylaxis after eating a takeaway pizza which contained peanuts
The inquest into the death of James Atkinson, who died after eating a takeaway pizza, has found that he suffered an anaphylactic reaction because the pizza contained peanuts, to which he was allergic.
Dale Vince launches legal challenge to government axe of active travel policy guidance
Dale Vince has launched a legal battle against the government’s decision to axe policies to boost walking and cycling in England.
Kabwe lead poisoning Claimants remain committed to securing justice as they seek leave to appeal in case against Anglo American South Africa
Claimants have filed an application for leave to appeal a December judgment that dismissed the certification of a class action on behalf of an estimated 140,000 Claimants, effectively blocking their access to justice.
Family of James Atkinson pay tribute to him on opening day of inquest into his death
The parents of 23-year-old former Newcastle University student James Atkinson read a heartfelt tribute to their son at the first day of the inquest into his death after he suffered an allergic reaction to a takeaway pizza.
Student suffered foot crush injury during temporary warehouse role
A student who suffered a foot crush injury while working as a temporary warehouse assistant was left unable to walk for several months.
Food safety team investigates E. coli infection claim following recall of Lancashire cheese products
Leigh Day food safety team is investigating a claim on behalf of a client following the E. coli outbreak over the Christmas period that it is reported may be linked to the recalled Mrs Kirkham’s Lancashire cheese products.
Pre-inquest review into the death of Marta Elena Vento, aged 27
A pre-inquest review (PIR) into the death of Marta Elena Vento, aged 27, will be held at Dorset Coroner’s Court, at the Civic Centre, Bourne Avenue, Bournemouth on Tuesday 9 January 2023 at 10:30am.
Grove House criminal abuse is a shocking but familiar story say human rights lawyers
Abuse inflicted by Surrey carers who have been jailed this week is a familiar story, say human rights lawyers.
Sharps Bedrooms fitter fights for rights after being denied holiday pay and Statutory Sick Pay
Huddersfield fitter David Lockwood, who has been classed as a subcontractor by Sharps Bedrooms Limited is taking legal action against the company to be classed as a worker and receive benefits such as holiday pay and Statutory Sick Pay.
Lancashire cheese recall issued following E. coli outbreak
A product recall for Mrs Kirkham’s cheese has been made after health experts warned some products may be contaminated.