Disease at work

Industrial disease covers many different conditions, some of which are only coming to light now. We are all familiar with the problems associated with asbestos, but that’s just the tip of the claims iceberg. Noise induced deafness, chemical poisoning, industrial asthma, vibration white finger and dermatitis are just a few on a rapidly growing list.

In many cases of industrial disease the sufferer may have contracted the particular ailment decades ago. This won’t necessarily have an adverse effect on your claim, providing you only discovered or became aware of the affliction within the last 3 years. If you feel your working environment has had a profound effect on your health, then don’t hesitate to talk to us.