$547,137
Asbestos Disease Compensation
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Case Details
Margaret Dawson, a 64-year-old grandmother, diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma due to exposure from washing her father's and husband's asbestos-laden work clothes (James Hardie employees). Awarded damages including for lost capacity to provide services for grandchildren.
Additional Notes
Record award for grandmother. Test case under Section 15B of the Civil Liability Act, 2002. Upheld by the Court of Appeal.