Expertise And Understanding With Your Tinnitus Claim
Tinnitus is a condition that affects the hearing, typically causing either an intermittent or permanent "buzzing", "whistling" or "ringing" noise in the ears. The sounds can vary in pitch and can affect either one or both of your ears.
Tinnitus is often caused by exposure to excessive noise in the workplace. In recent years there has been a notable increase in the number of employees suffering from hearing problems such as tinnitus and acoustic shock. The condition can affect anybody who works in a noisy environment, such as a construction site, entertainment venue, factory or call centre.
If you feel that you may have developed tinnitus or any form of hearing condition as a result of your working conditions, you could be entitled to compensation.
Irwin Mitchell's industrial illness solicitors have specialist expertise in dealing with tinnitus claims. We know what positive action to take to make a difference to you and we can give you expert advice on making a tinnitus compensation claim.
Reassurance And Understanding With Your Tinnitus Claim
Tinnitus is a condition that can be caused by a number of issues in the workplace, including:
- Noisy industrial or factory machinery
- Call centre equipment and telephones
- Loud music or public address equipment
- Noisy construction tools or equipment, such as pneumatic drills
Employers have a duty to protect their employees from the risk of hearing problems such as tinnitus. In most cases, this requires them to provide some form of protective equipment, such as ear plugs or ear muffs but the protection varies depending upon the work environment. Where this duty is neglected, the implications for employees can be severe and long lasting.
The effects of tinnitus can be extremely distressing and in more serious cases the condition can be both constant and permanent. Tinnitus can affect your hearing as well as disrupting your sleep patterns and general quality of life.
Our Committed Approach To Your Tinnitus Claim
Irwin Mitchell's specialist solicitors are fully committed to you and your tinnitus claim. No matter what the extent of your condition, we can provide you with the advice and support that you need.
To see how Irwin Mitchell could help you with a tinnitus claim, call our advisors today on 0800 056 4110 or request a call back by completing our online contact form.