Boyes Turner continues to represent sofa burn victims
Boyes Turner solicitors in Reading is continuing to deal with hundreds of cases on behalf of injured sofa burn victims.
The "toxic sofa" story became front page news in the summer of 2008 when it was discovered that imported leather sofas from China were treated with an anti-mould chemical (Di Methyl Fumarate "DMF") leading to a number of allergic reactions ranging from rashes and blistering to blood poisoning and respiratory problems. From 1 May 2009 products containing DMF are banned across the EU.
Argos, Homebase, Land of Leather and Walmsley's have all admitted liability in respect of a number of ranges and models of furniture.
Reading-based Tracey Hayes is one of the victims whose furniture has been identified by Argos as containing the contaminate DMF.
Specialist personal Injury lawyer Julia Appleton from Boyes Turner said: "An appropriate system for payment of compensation to the victims is being considered by the Court. It has ordered that a series of 40 test cases be taken to trial in the early part of 2010 to assess appropriate compensation levels.
Whilst there have been reports of a number of cases against smaller retailers being settled, the majority of the victims have still not been paid any money in respect of their distressing injuries. It is hoped that payments to the majority of the affected individuals, where liability has been admitted, will take place early next year."
For more information please contact Julia Appleton on 0118 952 7260.
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