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PH2  
#1 Posted : 28 March 2012 11:02:44(UTC)
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PH2

On the BBC News website. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-17535887 Clarity at last?
bilbo  
#2 Posted : 28 March 2012 11:22:45(UTC)
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bilbo

I wonder if that is "clarity" for the time being - pending further appeal. I am sure this is not the end of this.
boblewis  
#3 Posted : 28 March 2012 20:37:10(UTC)
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boblewis

Finally turning full circle after insurers had tried to create a fallacy of a disease only being initiated once it is visible. I think they will find it necessary to change the law now if they wish to wriggle out of liability. Given my past exposure I can think of no more Right decision Bob
jde  
#4 Posted : 29 March 2012 16:48:43(UTC)
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jde

For once it seems as if the legal profession has used common sense. It has been known for many years that it is exposure to the acm that leads to the disease. Knowing the insurers they will appeal and try and get out of it.
boblewis  
#5 Posted : 29 March 2012 22:38:33(UTC)
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boblewis

jde No appeal on this as it is a Supreme Court decision. A landmark and was raised in general conversation by a barrister today and recognised as an important landmark bringing reality back to the insurers. For too long hav insurers tried to slide out of responsibility for employees of defunct companies by trying to claim it is covered only by current insurance policies of existing companies. Its a bit like taking profits even when a company is known to be bankrupt. Perhaps there is a case for malfeasance of directors here? I bet Company House do not follow it up.
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