Thousands of people have suffered from bronchitis and emphysema as a result of their working conditions. This is particularly relevant in the North East, due to our legacy of heavy industry, particularly in the coal mining industry. However, it can be prevalent in a number of other industries which expose you to airborne substances including; paint spraying, engineering and dry cleaning.

Your employer has a duty to protect your health whilst you are at work. If you are exposed to airborne substances which are hazardous, then your employer must take steps to protect you for example by providing you with facemasks and properly ventilated working areas.

If you are suffering from bronchitis or emphysema and you believe that your work has caused this or made the problem worse, then you may have a claim for damages against your employer. We have dealt with a number of successful claims relating to bronchitis and emphysema,