Occupational Dermatitis Claims

Below are types of skin-related diseases linked to occupation:

• Dermatitis – This is the most common form of an occupational skin related disease. Symptoms include itching and redness with skin that becomes raw and rough leading to cracked, broken and sore skin. Occupations linked to this are food processing, catering, cleaners and factory workers etc.
• Occupational Acne – Can be caused by overexposure to oil, coal-tar, chloracne.
• Pigmentary Disorders – Can be caused from exposure to hazardous agents such as UV, X-rays.
• Skin Cancer – Exposure to radiation in the workplace can lead to skin cancer.

Our experienced personal injury solicitors specialise in advice and representation for clients who have suffered as result of occupational dermatitis or other skin-related disease caused by exposure to harmful substances in the workplace. Like many other types of personal injury claims there are strict 3-year time limits to make a dermatitis claim, you must bring your claim forward within 3 years of the occupational dermatitis diagnosis.

As a well-established Law Firm, we offer No Win No Fee agreements on all types of personal injury claims, meaning you do not have to pay for your legal fees if your claim doesn’t succeed. If your claim is successful, then a small success fee will be deducted from the compensation awarded to cover the cost of your legal fees.

If you have been diagnosed with occupational dermatitis or other skin-related disease which you believe to be as a result of your occupation, contact our personal injury solicitors on 033 3344 9600 or complete our online enquiry form.