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Family of former Derby plasterer appeal for information following his asbestos-related death
A family whose dad was a local authority plasterer are appealing for information following his death from the asbestos-related disease, mesothelioma.
Football players past and present need more support and education on dementia
A solicitor who has represented people suffering from brain injuries has backed the call from ex-footballers for the authorities to establish a fund to support former players who are suffering from neurodegenerative disease, including dementia.
High Court approves settlement for a six-year-old who was sexually assaulted by a classmate
A boy, known as Joel to protect his identity, has been secured compensation following alleged failures to prevent a sexual assault from taking place in school.
Gosport War Memorial Hospital deaths inquest lawyer to meet with more families
A lawyer who has secured permission for inquests into the deaths of people who died while in the care of shamed Gosport War Memorial Hospital will be available to meet with more families locally to explain their call for a Hillsborough-style inquest.
Family calls for better coordination between mental health, social care and drug and alcohol services in Kent
A failure to communicate between services and provide appropriate care were factors in the death of 31-year-old Kent man Hadley Savory, an inquest has concluded.
First consumer class action green light welcomed by group claims lawyers
A tribunal ruling authorising Britain’s first consumer class action has been welcomed by lawyers heading group claims against car manufacturers over diesel emissions.
Cygnet Wast Hills hospital put into special measures
Cygnet Wast Hills private hospital for autistic people and patients with learning difficulties has been put into special measures after Care Quality Commission inspectors rated it inadequate.
Disabled swimmer wins permission for judicial review of ‘discriminatory’ charges at Hampstead ponds
A disabled swimmer has been granted permission for a judicial review of the new charging regime for Hampstead Ponds which she claims is discriminatory.
ATTUNE knee replacement investigated by product safety lawyers
Product safety lawyers are investigating potential issues with an ATTUNE Knee Replacement.
John’s Campaign and the Relatives & Residents Association will apply for Core Participant status at pandemic inquiry
John’s Campaign and the Relatives & Residents Association will apply for Core Participant Status at the public inquiry into the UK Government’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Next store workers claim victory in first stage of equal pay battle
Store workers employed by Next are one step closer to equal pay after the retail giant conceded that they can compare their roles to that of colleagues in distribution centres and warehouse.
Dustman’s family appeal for memories of EH Bentall Ltd, in Maldon, Essex
A man who spent three summers in the 1960s working as a dustman has died of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos.