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Asbestos Fiber
Industrial disease Asbestos Mesothelioma

Mother's search for answers after asbestos-related cancer diagnosis at 50

A mother is appealing for help after being diagnosed with mesothelioma, an incurable cancer primarily caused by exposure to asbestos, aged just 50.

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Cycling Consumer law Product recall

Ridgeback bicycles could cause serious injuries if tyres fail, cautions product safety lawyer following recall

A product safety solicitor has expressed concern after the UK's consumer goods regulator announced a recall of certain Ridgeback bicycles due to defective bicycle tyres.

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Leigh Day Legal 500

Legal 500 2027: Leigh Day secures Tier 1 rankings across key claimant practice areas

Leigh Day has again been recognised as a Tier 1 law firm by Legal 500 across a broad range of claimant-focused practice areas.

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