Our industrial disease solicitors handle a wide range of industrial disease cases, including:

• Cancer-related industrial diseases, such as lung cancer and mesothelioma, are often caused by asbestos exposure or other toxic substances.
• Respiratory conditions, including occupational asthma, COPD, emphysema, bronchitis, asbestosis, silicosis, and coal worker’s pneumoconiosis ("black lung").
• Musculoskeletal disorders, such as repetitive strain injury (RSI), Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), carpal tunnel syndrome, bursitis, and tenosynovitis.
• Dermatitis and skin conditions caused by exposure to harmful substances or chemicals.
• Hearing or vision impairment due to unsafe workplaces or prolonged exposure to excessive noise or light.

The value of industrial disease compensation claims varies widely. Minor industrial illness claims can be worth around £10,000, while complex asbestos claims or severe lung disease cases can exceed £1,000,000. Compensation depends on factors such as the severity of the occupational disease, the impact on daily life, medical costs, and your ability to work.

You generally have up to three years from the date you became aware that your symptoms may be linked to work. This 'date of knowledge' is crucial in industrial disease cases, as it determines whether you can seek legal advice and pursue a compensation claim. Our industrial disease solicitors can guide you on eligibility and help you navigate the claims process.

An industrial disease, illness, or injury is caused by work-related hazards, unsafe conditions, or employer negligence. Examples include asbestos-related illnesses like pleural thickening, mesothelioma, or asbestosis, as well as musculoskeletal conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome. Essentially, industrial disease encompasses both traditional factory-related conditions and workplace illnesses affecting office or white-collar workers.