In a recently reported out of court settlement a school teacher was paid compensation by the local authority following a claim that his illness was caused as a result of inhaling deadly asbestos fibres during the course of his employment. The victim alleged he had been exposed to asbestos fibres during his teaching career with […]
Since 2010 Julie Winn, our York-based legal specialist on asbestos, has been Chair of the national Joint Union Asbestos Committee (JUAC). Below is Julie’s submission – on behalf of JUAC – to the government consultation on reforming mesothelioma claims…
Since 2010 Julie Winn, our York-based legal specialist on asbestos, has been Chair of the national Joint Union Asbestos Committee (JUAC). With the aim of making all UK schools safe from the dangers of asbestos, JUAC works closely with the Department for Education steering group, Asbestos in Schools (AIS).
Julie Winn, our York-based legal specialist on all things asbestos, is appalled at the level of ignorance indicated by the Government’s proposed consultation on mesothelioma claims. With a consultation this flawed, what hope can we possibly hold out for any resulting legislative changes?
Modern Law | Asbestos campaigner and specialist lawyer in education sector claims, Julie Winn, joins Pattinson & Brewer.