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Anxiety From Asbestos Exposure: French Compensation Model Extended to Other Toxic Substances - The French Supreme Court (Cour de Cassation) continues to demonstrate its openness to compensation for anxiety-related claims.

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In April 2019, the French Supreme Court opened the way for all workers exposed to asbestos to claim compensation for emotional distress, or "anxiety," caused by the fear of contracting a serious disease, even if claimants cannot demonstrate any...
By: Jones Day
Source Url: https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/anxiety-from-asbestos-exposure-french-82655/

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