Asbestos compensation right restored-in Scotland only

Posted on March 30th, 2009 by Editor

It is good news that the Damages (Asbestos - Related Conditions) (Scotland) Bill made its way through the Scottish Parliament restoring the right of those suffering from asbestos related pleural plaque to pursue claims for compensation, assuming they have been negligently exposed to asbestos.
The Bill had strong support, being approved by a majority of 98 […]