FAQs
- How can you tell if my hearing problems are caused by noise?
- Can I claim if the company closed down years ago?
- Who do I make a claim against?
- Will I have to go to Court?
- How much compensation will I get?
- How long will it take?
- Will it take up a lot of my time?
- Will I have to go for a medical appointment?
- Can I claim if I worked for more than one company?
- How much will it cost me?
How can you tell if my hearing problems are caused by noise?
We will arrange a free hearing test that will tell us whether the hearing problems are related to noise.
Can I claim if the company closed down years ago?
Yes you can.
Who do I make a claim against?
Most employers have insurance dating back to the 1960’s, which cover them against claims such as these. Large insurers pay your costs and damages.
Will I have to go to Court?
In the vast majority of cases you will not have to attend court and only a very small number of cases ever go to a trial.
How much compensation will I get?
This will depend on many factors including the severity of your hearing loss, whether we can trace all of your employers
How long will it take?
A straightforward case can be settled within 12-18months although some cases can take longer.
Will it take up a lot of my time?
It should not take up a lot of time although we will write to you every month and give you an update.
Will I have to go for a medical appointment?
You will have to go and see a local Ear Nose & Throat Surgeon who will prepare a report on your deafness.
Can I claim if I worked for more than one company?
You can claim if you worked for more than one employer where you where exposed to high levels of noise.
How much will it cost me?
It will cost you nothing at all.