Tribunal statistics for 1995/96

Article Abstract:

UK industrial tribunals handled 9.1% more cases in 1995-95 than the previous year, rising to 67,235 cases. The numbers of unfair dismissal and redundancy pay claims fell 7% and 1.6%, respectively, and sexual discrimination claims also declined. By contrast, unlawful wage deduction, breach of contract, and racial discrimination claims all rose. Applicants' success rates generally fell, although legal representation was beneficial to success in many instances. Discrimination compensation, pre-hearing reviews, and appeals to the Employment Appeals Tribunal are also discussed.

United Kingdom, Statistics, Labor courts, United Kingdom. Employment Appeal Tribunal

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Astma treatments - A to Z

Article Abstract:

Bronchodilator and anti-inflammatory agents are the two broad classification of drugs for treating asthma. The bronchodilator category includes anti-cholinergic agents, beta-agonists, corticosteroids and theophylline. The anti-inflammatory category includes cromolyn, nedocromil and the leukotriene modifying agents. The proper application, characteristics and effects of each agents are presented.

Usage, Drug therapy, Asthma, Anti-inflammatory drugs, Anti-inflammatory agents, Bronchodilator agents

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How secret settlements endanger you

Article Abstract:

Secret settlements in products-liability cases may be endangering the public's health. Most settlements also contain confidentiality clauses which prevents access to evidence and information on the case.

Compromise and settlement, Cases, Settlements (Law), Pharmaceutical industry, Product liability, Ethical aspects, Aircraft industry, Automobiles, Products liability, Implants, Artificial, Prostheses and implants, Seat belts

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