The Legal and Medical magazine has reported on a new development in the ongoing legal wrangles over compensation for pleural plaques sufferers which has taken place in Northern Ireland.  Lawyers acting on behalf of some of those affected by their exposure to asbestos have called for the Executive to launch a consultation into the issue, with a view to establishing a compensation scheme for sufferers.Since the House of Lords ruling… read more

One of the hot topics that we have been following at Camps Solicitors is the compensation of people suffering from pleural plaques. In the past, if you were unfortunate enough to contract pleural plaques, then you would be able to claim compensation, usually from the owners of the building you were in when you were exposed. Unfortunately, last October, the House of Lords delivered a blow to these people when… read more