Noise-induced Hearing Loss Claims and Compensation

Hearing loss or tinnitus can have a huge impact on quality of life. Both conditions can make it difficult to even hold regular conversations, let alone enjoy a night out at the theatre or spend an evening in front of the television.

There are related problems as well, such as difficulty sleeping, anxiety and depression, particularly with tinnitus – a continual buzzing noise in the ears.

If the problem was caused by your working conditions you could make a noise-induced hearing loss claim.

Often, deafness and hearing problems develop gradually and because they may take months or even years to come on, people do not always realise how the issue began.

They can be the result of noisy working environments and if your employer did not take the necessary steps to protect your hearing you could be entitled to make a claim.

Noise-induced Hearing Loss Compensation

Noise-induced hearing loss compensation may be awarded if it is shown that your condition is a result of your working environment and that your employer did not properly protect you against the risks.

All employers have a health and safety responsibility towards their staff, and these duties cover things such as providing suitable ear defenders and monitoring noise levels.

If your hearing problems have been caused by your job, compensation may be available, and this could help with any treatment or equipment to help you deal with the condition.

Can I make a noise-induced hearing loss claim?

Our experts can advise whether you are entitled to compensation, based on your situation.

If you think you can make an industrial disease claim having suffered an injury or getting ill through your work, contact us for advice.