Court rules against SNCF Réseau

The Paris Court of Appeal ruled that SNCF Réseau, a French rail infrastructure company, failed in its duty of safety by exposing 39 employees to asbestos. The court found that the company did not adequately protect its workers from the hazardous material.

Employees awarded compensation

As a result of the court’s decision, SNCF Réseau will have to pay 8,000 euros to each of the 39 employees who suffered anxiety-related harm due to their exposure to asbestos. The compensation is intended to address the psychological impact of the exposure.

Source of the information

The details of the ruling were revealed by the newspaper L'informé, which reported that the court’s decision highlights the importance of workplace safety and the legal responsibilities of employers in hazardous environments.

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