World Mesothelioma Day: Remembering, Raising Awareness, and Standing Together
Every year, World Mesothelioma Day serves as an opportunity to remember those who have sadly lost their lives to mesothelioma, support those currently living with the disease, and raise awareness of a cancer that remains one of the most devastating consequences of asbestos exposure. For many families, a mesothelioma diagnosis changes everything. It often arrives […]
26 Years Since the UK Asbestos Ban: A Milestone for Justice and Safety
Reflecting on the 1999 Ban 26-years ago today, 24th of November 1999, the UK officially banned all forms of asbestos. This decisive action came after decades of scientific research had linked asbestos exposure to serious illnesses such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related diseases. For people now pursuing asbestos disease claims or mesothelioma compensation, this […]
October 2025: 65 Years Since Wagner’s Groundbreaking Paper on Asbestos and Mesothelioma
Why This Anniversary Matters This October marks 65 years since Dr. J.C. Wagner published his landmark 1960 study linking asbestos exposure to mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer affecting the lining of the lungs. For people living with asbestos-related illnesses today, this anniversary is more than a historical milestone—it represents the moment when science first […]
Asbestos Justice at the 12KBW Annual Conference 2025
A Focus on Learning, Insight, and Legal Excellence On 10th July 2025, Grace Lenaghan, Felicity Parry, and Bronwen Hutchinson travelled to London to attend the 12KBW Annual Conference, held at the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn. This prestigious event brought together legal professionals from across the country for an afternoon of judicial developments and discussions. […]
The Hidden Danger: Asbestos in Talc Products and Its Impact in the UK
At Asbestos Justice we have long understood the dangers of asbestos-contaminated talc and make up products which has sparked significant public health concerns globally, particularly in the US. Talc is a mineral widely used in cosmetic and hygiene products and is often mined near asbestos deposits, leading to potential cross-contamination. The presence of asbestos, a […]