Working in a noisy workplace without the right protection or guidance can cause serious damage to your hearing. There are a number of long-term effects associated with industrial deafness and it’s often difficult to know how to cope with them. Our solicitors specialise in noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) claims, so we know exactly how to help you get the support and compensation you deserve. We have years of experience holding employers to account, investigating claims that are sometimes decades old. We've helped clients to claim after they were exposed to excessive noise in a range of industries, including: Steel Engineering Construction Textiles/weaving Military - armed forces noise-induced hearing loss Importantly, you can still claim hearing loss compensation if the company you worked for is no longer in business. We’ll find out who your employer’s insurers were and will make contact with them about your hearing loss case. Call us today on 0800 056 4110 to discuss your case in an initial free consultation. Specialists in hearing loss claims since 1990 No Win, No Fee* Available in offices across the UK Work closely with the British Tinnitus Association Call us for a free initial consultation 0800 056 4110 Or we can call you back at a time of your choice Request a call back Mon to Fri: 8:00am - 8:00pm Sat to Sun: 9:00am - 5:00pm Contact us today For a free initial consultation Freephone 0800 056 4110 Prefer not to call Use our form Your name* Your email address* Your phone number* Your enquiry* Enquiry type Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Claims Industrial Disease Compensation Claims Acoustic Shock Claims Bursitis Claims Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Claims Chemical Poisoning Claims Coke Oven Workers Compensation Occupational Asthma Claims Occupational Dermatitis Claims Osteoarthritis Claims Repetitive Strain Injury Claims Silicosis Compensation Claims Tinnitus Claims Ulnar Neuropathy & Cubital Tunnel Claims Vibration White Finger Claims Mark Allen Associate Director Meet the team
Industrial Deafness Claims - More Info Are There Any Time Limits For Making A Claim? You have three years to make a compensation claim from the date you first became aware of your hearing loss symptoms, or if you believe they have been caused by your previous work environment. This means that you can start a claim many years after you stopped working at the company in question, as long as you didn’t notice the extent of your hearing problems until much later. Will I Lose My Job If I Claim Against My Employers? If you wish to make a claim against your current employer, then any compensation would be paid by their insurer. It has been compulsory to have insurance for many years, so it’s highly likely that they will have this in place. There are also legal safeguards in place to protect you from unfair dismissal. This basically means that your employer must be able to justify their reason for dismissing you in relation to your claim, which is highly unlikely. If you want to discuss this subject in more detail, our industrial deafness solicitors will be able to talk you through your rights and what you can expect. The Company Is Now Out Of Business. Can I Still Claim? Yes, even if your employer has gone out of business you could still make a claim. The company will have been insured to deal with claims like this, so it will be the insurer’s responsibility for any compensation payments. For more information, please visit our page on claiming if your employer has ceased trading. How Can Irwin Mitchell Help? We have a team of dedicated, experienced workplace illness solicitors who believe passionately that employees have the right to work in a safe environment. We fund most cases on a No Win No Fee basis, which means that you won’t have to pay any legal fees unless your claim is successful. Our specialist team has helped many clients to claim compensation for a range of hearing conditions, including noise-induced hearing loss, acoustic shock and tinnitus. We have a great deal of experience in handling claims of this kind and know the sorts of issues that you and your family may be facing. We also have a team of specialist employment solicitors who can advise you on your employment rights if you’re worried about taking your employers to court. Meet The Experts Our workplace illness department is one of the largest in the country and regularly praised by independent legal guides. You can rely on us to ensure that you receive the medical support and compensation that you deserve. Take a look at our team of hearing loss specialists. It was incredible, impressive and comforting how each member of the team was there to support us at different times." Mr R, Northumberland