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Tuesday 30th January 2024

A New HSE Campaign to Ensure Your Safety: ‘Asbestos - Know Your Duty’.

In an effort to safeguard the well-being of individuals in their daily environments, Rundlewalker Solicitors is proud to support the Health and Safety Executive's (HSE) recent campaign - Asbestos: Your Duty, launched on Monday, 15th January. Despite the ban on the use of asbestos in construction 25 years ago, this hazardous material may still be present in buildings erected prior to the year 2000.

The HSE campaign emphasizes the legal obligations associated with managing asbestos, urging those with responsibilities for buildings, including museums, schools, hospitals, places of worship, offices, and factories, to be vigilant and compliant with the law. Exposure to asbestos can have severe health implications, and the campaign seeks to enhance understanding about the legal duty and obligations of managing this dangerous substance effectively. 

Industrial & Occupational Injury or Disease: Your Right to Compensation.
At Rundlewalker Solicitors, we recognise the profound impact that exposure to asbestos can have on individuals' lives. Our experienced team is dedicated to assisting claimants seeking compensation for industrial and occupational injuries or diseases.

Key Points:

• Asbestos Ban: Despite the ban 25 years ago, asbestos may still be present in buildings constructed before 2000.
• Legal Duty: The legal duty to manage asbestos extends to various buildings, including workplaces, schools, hospitals, and more.
• Campaign Emphasis: The HSE campaign stresses the importance of compliance with legal duties to prevent exposure to asbestos.
• Our Commitment to You: Advocating for Compensation in Industrial Disease Claims.

Industrial & Occupational Injury or Disease:
Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, vibration, and excessive noise can lead to debilitating injury or disease. These conditions may develop rapidly or over months and even years, profoundly affecting your life.

Why Choose Rundlewalker:

• Experience: We have a proven track record of successfully pursuing claims for industrial disease and work-related asbestos cases.
• Expert Collaboration: Our team collaborates closely with engineering and medical experts to substantiate your claim effectively.
  
• Evidence Gathering: In cases like these, evidence gathering, and investigation take time. We are committed to proving poor working conditions and employer negligence to secure the compensation you deserve.

If you or a loved one have been affected by asbestos-related illnesses, it is crucial to know your rights. Rundlewalker Solicitors is here to guide you through the legal process, offering expertise, compassion, and unwavering support. Don't wait - take action today and let us fight for the compensation you deserve. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities. Let us stand by your side on the path to justice.

There are several ways in which a personal injury claim can be funded, including a “No Win, No Fee” agreement (CFA), which we will discuss with you during your initial assessment.

How can a specialist solicitor help?
Our specialist personal and criminal injury lawyers will help you gather and organise the evidence you need to prove your case, refer you to a medical expert to assess your injuries and the effect they have had on your life, and strive to win you the financial compensation you deserve.

For more information, call Roger Henderson on 01392 209218 or email roger.henderson@rundlewalker.com

This article is for general information only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Please note that the law may have changed since this article was published.