Bronchitis And Emphysema Claims

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a persistent obstruction of the airways, occurring with either emphysema or chronic bronchitis.

We are experts at collating the necessary evidence to prove employer negligence. We achieve this by examining medical records, garnering expert opinion, and investigating your employer’s health and safety policies and procedures.

Bronchitis and Emphysema Claims Solicitors

If you have been diagnosed with an COPD or another respiratory-related illness, you may be able to claim compensation. A successful claim requires you to prove that your illness was caused by negligent acts or omissions by your employer. We are experts at collating the necessary evidence to prove employer negligence.

We offer no win, no fee arrangements (also known as Conditional Fee Arrangements or (CFAs) for our clients. This means if you do not receive compensation, you will not have to pay any legal fees.

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COPD, Bronchitis & Emphysema

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a persistent obstruction of the airways, occurring with either emphysema or chronic bronchitis.

If your working environment has caused COPD symptoms, it is likely you could claim for bronchitis or emphysema compensation, if you were exposed to harmful airborne substances in your place of work and are now suffering as a result.

What causes COPD?

COPD is a chronic inflammatory lung condition which involves the airflow to the lungs being obstructed. It can be caused by smoking cigarettes or by long term exposure to gases or matter such as dust that can irritate the lungs.

Unfortunately for victims, the symptoms of COPD often do not occur until significant lung damage has already taken place.

Symptoms of COPD include:

Shortness of breath and wheezing
Chest tightness
Lots of mucus in your lungs
A chronic cough that may produce mucus
Blueness of the lips or fingernail beds (cyanosis)
Frequent respiratory infections
General fatigue
Swelling in ankles, feet, or legs

The difference between emphysema and bronchitis

Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the two most common conditions that contribute to COPD. Chronic bronchitis is inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs. Symptoms include a daily cough and mucus (sputum) production.

Emphysema is a condition in which the alveoli at the end of the smallest air passages (bronchioles) of the lungs are destroyed because of damaging exposure to cigarette smoke and other irritating gases and particulate matter that affect the respiratory system.

How can we help?

We want to see that you are not only compensated for any suffering and inconvenience caused but want to help recover any medical costs and income lost as a result of your condition, on a no win, no fee basis.

A successful claim requires you to prove that your illness was caused by negligent acts or omissions by your employer. We are experts at collating the necessary evidence to prove employer negligence.

To find out more about how we can advise you on a bronchitis or emphysema compensation claim, please give us a call today, or fill in an online enquiry form and someone will be in touch.

Call: 01429 225200

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Hartlepool: York Chambers, York Road, Hartlepool. TS26 9DP
Stockton: 11 Bridge Road, Stockton-on-Tees. TS18 3AD
Wynyard: 12 Evolution, Wynyard Park, Wynyard .TS22 5TB
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