Victims of low-level asbestos exposure succeed at the Supreme Court
However, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the award of £240,000 in compensation arising from the asbestos. Dianne Willmore, a wife and mother of two, was only 49 years old when she died.
Inquest finds former factory worker’s death was due to asbestos exposure
On April 4th, 2021, the Dublin Coroner’s Court gave a verdict of death due to occupational-related disease following the inquest into the death of Mr. Patrick Byrne (85), a former.
Legal Case Continues for Air Corps Staff Exposed to Dangerous Chemicals
Due to social distancing during the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Irish Army has said that it is not in a position to give a completed affidavit to the legal representative of a former.
Man sues Facebook over having to watch ‘extremely disturbing content’
The work included: “repeated and unrelenting exposure to extremely disturbing, graphic and violent content”. Facebook Ireland is in the process of being sued by a former content.
Facebook moderation firm Cognizant quits
A professional service firm, Cognizant has been requested to cease moderations of objectionable content regarding social media platforms; Facebook in particular.
Workplace fatality in Dublin Port
An investigation is currently being carried out by An Garda Siochana into the circumstances of the workplace fatality. The sudden death of a male in his 30’s occurred in Dublin Port.
Lariam side effects update
Although used to prevent the threat of malaria, there are many known side effects of the drug, including, inter alia, depression, anxiety, night terrors, hallucinations, insomnia.
Monaghan and Cork deaths following workplace accidents
Gardai have reported the death of a man in County Monaghan yesterday morning after a workplace incident led to him falling off a roof. The 50 year old male’s body was removed.
Baldonnel Toxic Chemical Exposure Claims
As was recently reported in a Journal. i.e., an online news article and a recent disclosure to the Minister for Defence have further highlighted the drastic effects experienced.
Irish Defence Forces Investigations into Toxic Chemical Injuries
Aengus O Snodaigh TD has raised certain questions regarding the allegations made about the health and safety regime of the Irish Defence Forces.
Noise- induced hearing loss
Noise induced hearing loss occurs most commonly in the workplace environment, where workers are exposed on a regular basis to noise levels of over 80dBA.