Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) affects numerous people in Northern Ireland every year. It is caused by repeated movements over a long period which damages tendons, nerves and muscles and body tissues and may have been caused by work related activity.

CAUSES OF RSI

RSI normally starts with a lower level ache or pain which people may sometimes ignore however as time passes it continues and becomes more severe. As well as repetitive activities, RSI can be caused by general body posture and work stress not limited to one form of occupation; it can cover not only office workers who may work at a computer but also people work in factory assembly lines.

If you suffer or believe you may suffer from RSI caused by your work, you may be able to claim compensation.

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Dermatitis/skin conditions is unfortunately quite a common problem within Northern Ireland and can lead to ongoing difficulties with future employment due to restrictions in the types of work which are capable of being undertaken. If you have developed a skin condition or dermatitis at work you may be able to claim compensation. You should consider if you have had symptoms such as red or inflamed skin which is itchy and blistering and may not just be placed on the hands or face but may have spread to other body parts. Common causes of dermatitis include:-

(i) Epoxy Resins;
(ii) Solvents;
(iii) Chemicals;
(iv) Detergents including products;
(v) Oils;
(vi) Rubber/Latex.

If you work in one of the following occupations you may potentially be at risk of dermatitis:-

(i) Engineers;
(ii) Lay-up workers in factories,
(iii) hairdressers;
(iv) kitchen workers;
(v) cleaners;
(vi) nurses;
(vii) painters.

It is your employers duty to minimize the risk of you coming into contact with dermatitis and you should be given suitable protective clothing to avoid skin exposure such as gloves, overalls and/or medical testing to ensure that you are not experiencing difficulties.

If you have suffered or believe you are suffering from any of the conditions listing above, it may be helpful for you to discuss the symptoms with our Personal Injury Solicitors who can advise you on whether you have a claim and what service steps your employer is obliged to put in place for you in order to assist you.

If you feel that you have a skin condition or dermatitis condition claim now.
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Asbestosis related illnesses such as Mesothelioma is a common complaint suffered within Northern Ireland and can develop where someone has been in heavy contact with asbestos which was prevalent in many workplaces throughout the fifties, sixties and seventies. Once you have been diagnosed with the condition you can make a claim even though it has been a long time since you have been in contact with the asbestos. Symptoms include a shortness of breath, abnormal chest sounds and a condition called “clubbing” of the fingertips. Diagnosis is usually undertaken by chest x-ray or CT scan and tests of the lungs and the condition can worsen to become very disabling.

Mesothelioma is a tumour normally in the lining of the lungs which is fatal and can appear between ten and fifty years after being in contact with asbestos. Presently, there is no cure for Mesothelioma.

We have successfully taken action on behalf of a number of individuals in respect of Mesothelioma and asbestos related injuries and we would be happy to provide assistance for a claim in this regard.

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Hand/arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) is an industrial condition caused by working with vibrating tools. It can cause tingling in the hands, numbness and sometimes aching joints in the wrist or forearm.

At times, HAVS is also called Vibration White Finger (VWF) although white fingers are not always prevalent and are just one of the many potential symptoms.

If you are continuously exposed to vibrations then symptoms are likely to continue and could potentially become permanent. There is little effective treatment and the symptoms can affect your daily activities both around the home and in the workplace. Potentially, symptoms could have a long term affect on your ability to work.

In Northern Ireland HAVS is normally suffered by workers in the engineering industry. You should consider if you have worked with any of the following machinery:-

(i) Percussive tools e.g. riveting, rivet guns;
(ii) Grinding including pedestal or handheld grinders;
(iii) Pneumatic drills and hammers;

Employers are under a duty to prevent their employees from having to use vibrating machinery or attempt to limit its use in their employees’ occupations. If your employer is not taking these steps then they could potentially be held to be negligent. In addition, your employer should undertake medical checks to make sure that you have not been exposed to HAVS.
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Accidents at work happen every minute of every day and while some of these are minor in nature there are also other more serious accidents which may have consequences for you both on a financial basis due to loss of earnings but also on a longer term basis as a result of restrictions in the job market. Claims NI can assist you in making a claim for workplace accidents as a result of employers negligence and seek recovery both for compensation for your injuries and recoupment of any wage loss suffered as a result of an accident at work.

In relation to accidents at work, you should consider if your injuries have been sustained as a result of any of the following circumstances:-

(i) Unsuitable or unsafe equipment;
(ii) An unsafe system of work;
(iii) Dangerous working practice;
(iv) Exposure to dangerous substances or materials;
(v) A lack of health and safety equipment;
(vi) A lace of training.

Your employer is required by legislation to have insurance in place to cover their liabilities in respect of accidents which happen in the workplace therefore if you have an accident in work you are able to make a claim which will usually be dealt with by your employer’s insurance company.

In addition, employers are vicariously liable for the actions of other employees in the workplace and therefore if your injuries have been sustained as a result of the negligent actions of other employees in the workplace then you will also be entitled to recover.
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