Personal injury advice from
Thompsons Solicitors
Compensation Claim for Respiratory Condition Caused by Welding Fumes
26th September 2011
Our specialist industrial disease lawyers recently secured compensation for a man suffering from a respiratory condition because of his exposure to hazardous fumes at work.
Work-Related Illness
In his job role, our client was required to operate automatic welding machines and carry out hand welding. Through this work he was exposed to welding fumes and he developed respiratory problems as a result.
No COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) risk assessments had been carried out before his symptoms began, there was no air monitoring within his work area, and there were inadequate ventilation / extraction systems to remove the fumes.
Because of his symptoms our client had to take time off work and he therefore lost earnings.
Industrial Disease Claim
Our client felt that his employer was responsible for his health problem, so he sought assistance from our lawyers, who are experts in all areas of personal injury and industrial disease.
We began a compensation claim on his behalf. His employer refused to accept liability however, so we had to pursue the case to Court. The Judge heard evidence from engineers and medical specialists and agreed that our client’s health had been affected by his working conditions. He was awarded damages in excess of £8,000 in respect of his illness and loss of earnings.
Expert Legal Advice
If you or a member of your family is suffering from a work-related illness caused by exposure to a hazardous substance, you may be entitled to make an injury claim.
Contact The Legal Line on 0800 0328511, or by completing a claim enquiry form online, for cost-free, confidential advice from our specialist lawyers.
Contact us
Testimonials
"It wasn't realistic for me to work any more and the loss of my income placed an additional strain on us."
Jane Evans
Mother of Rebecca
Personal Injury News
