One of them got it right
Language: English Series: Building ; 271(8421) 10 March 2006, 62(1)Publication details: 2006Subject(s): Summary: Considers "Rothwell v Chemical and Insulating Co Ltd and another" ([2006] EWCA Civ 27, unreported), where two out of three CA judges ruled that claimants whose lungs had been damaged by exposure to asbestos were not entitled to compensation. Argues that the decision was based on public policy grounds, rather than legal considerations, and will encourage the insurance industry to continue to resist claims based upon employer's negligence.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L132854 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 132854-1001 |
Considers "Rothwell v Chemical and Insulating Co Ltd and another" ([2006] EWCA Civ 27, unreported), where two out of three CA judges ruled that claimants whose lungs had been damaged by exposure to asbestos were not entitled to compensation. Argues that the decision was based on public policy grounds, rather than legal considerations, and will encourage the insurance industry to continue to resist claims based upon employer's negligence.