Industrial respiratory diseases lead to the loss of full lung function and cause reduced physical performance in the sufferer and are a common cause of many people’s industrial injury claim or industrial disease claim. Over 200,000 people suffer with breathing and lung problems which have been caused by exposure to an irritant whilst at work. There are many substances used in the workplace which can cause health problems such as Asthma, Pneumoconiosis, Emphysema, Chronic Bronchitis and Obstructive Airways Disease. There are over 7000 new cases every year of occupational and work-related asthma and is one of the most frequently reported industrial respiratory diseases. It is estimated that it costs UK industry £1.1 billion over 10 years. If you are a sufferer of one of the many industrial respiratory diseases and would like to make a claim, just fill in our CLAIM NOW form or call us for free on Freephone: 0800 811844. |