Silicosis compensation
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Silicosis is a lung condition caused by regular exposure to dust containing silicon dioxide crystals commonly found in rocks, sand and clay. It can take as long as 20 to 30 years for symptoms to develop in the form of a persistent cough and shortness of breath with associated tiredness.
In sectors where potentially harmful dust of this nature is part of the working environment It is the duty of employers to ensure that everyone is suitably protected from inhaling it.
Successful silicosis compensation claims can be made against a current or previous employer who has been negligent in providing sufficient protection even if the exposure occurred many years ago and the firm is no longer trading.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much compensation can I get for a silicosis claim?
The amount you could be eligible for will depend on a number of factors including the level of pain and suffering, loss of income, medical expenses already incurred and projected.
How long do I have to claim?
Silicosis compensation claims can be made anytime within three years of the condition being diagnosed and linked to working conditions. We recommend making a claim as early as possible so that we can work quickly to claim compensation to help finance treatment and support family. In cases where death has occurred, the family are able to make a claim from three years from the death or post-mortem results.
What Causes Silicosis?
Silicosis is caused by long term exposure to crystalline silica dust which affects the lungs. This can be the result of working conditions in environments such as quarrying, stone masonry, paving, construction, sand blasting, demolition, ceramics, mining and glass making.
How to claim for an injury as a result of the workplace environment
If you believe that an employer has been negligent in providing protection against silicosis, tell us about your circumstances and we can tell you whether or not you might be successful in making a claim for compensation. If we think that you are, we will gather together the evidence to support your case and present it professionally for legal judgement to help you get the financial recompense you deserve.
Call now on 01756 799977 for an informal chat.
No Win No Fee
Our ‘no win no fee’ arrangements mean that you don’t have to find money to cover your own legal expenses in advance. If you are not successful in your claim then we will not charge you for our time.