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Tinnitus is an industrial illness which affects the lives of thousands of people every year. Loud noises or accidents can damage the hairs cells in the inner ear which, in turn, can cause a series of problems.
JMW is one of the UK ’s leading personal injury solicitor firms (see Chambers Guide To The Legal Profession) and we have been representing tinnitus clients since our establishment in 1966. We have an outstanding record in the legal representation of tinnitus claims with specialists trained in this field.
Each year we recover in excess of £10 million in personal injury compensation for our clients, who have been injured in all types of accident, including car accidents, accidents at work, industrial accident and illnesses and accidents in public places. We work on an ethical no win, no fee basis to help you claim compensation. We ensure that, win or lose you will not have to make any payment from your own pocket. If you win, your legal costs will be paid by your opponent. If you lose, your opponent’s costs will be fully insured.
It is crucial that anyone who has suffered tinnitus should seek advice as to whether a personal injury compensation claim can be made. Our staff are available to look at the details of any case and provide expert advice as to whether a claim for personal injury compensation could be brought.
If you are unsure whether to make a tinnitus claim or would just like to talk to a member of our legal team, please call our claim advice team on 0808 144 0043. Alternatively, you can complete the online claim assessment opposite and we will get back to you.
Tinnitus symptoms
Tinnitus is a condition which affects its sufferers in a number of different ways. The sounds of tinnitus, which are commonly described as a ringing in the ears, are heard only by the individual tinnitus sufferer and are thus described in a multitude of different ways. One person's tinnitus noise will be ‘a ringing in the ear’ whilst others might describe the tinnitus noise as ‘a high pitch chirping’.
Most often, tinnitus affects people over the age of 40, but it is now being seen more frequently in young people who are exposed to loud, amplified music. Tinnitus can occur in a single episode, temporarily for a few days or weeks, or permanently. It can occur in one ear (unilaterally) or both ears (bilaterally). Tinnitus is more common in both ears, however the rare unilateral ailment can be more serious.
Causes of tinnitus
Tinnitus can be caused by acoustic trauma, from noises such as loud music, concerts and gunshots. Noises that can cause tinnitus with long-term exposure usually occur in the home and workplace environments. These include noise from power saws, pneumatic drills, vacuum cleaners, lawn mowers and some kitchen appliances.
Other causes of tinnitus are allergies, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, ear wax buildup, tumors, Meniere's disease, medications (sometimes too much aspirin) and old age (the natural degeneration of hearing).
Treatment for tinnitus
Correctly identifying the root causes of the tinnitus is of vital importance in your quest for relief from this condition. If an underlying cause of tinnitus can be found it should be treated. For example, if the tinnitus is caused by loud machinery at work, this machinery needs to be avoided to enable the ears to rest and repair.
One simple treatment that tinnitus sufferers often find effective is to play background music while at home. This often blocks tinnitus and is especially useful when trying to fall asleep.
Tinnitus maskers are helpful to some. This device fits like a hearing aid and is tuned to play sounds at the same frequency as the person's tinnitus, thus producing a dampening effect on the unwanted noise.
These are just some of the treatments used by tinnitus sufferers. If you feel you may suffering from tinnitus it is vital that you seek medical advice. A doctor specialising in tinnitus will be able to advise you as to the best treatment available for your personal requirements.
If you feel your tinnitus may be the result of your working environment or an accident which was not your fault you may be entitled to personal injury compensation. For free, confidential advice without obligation call us on 0808 144 0043 or complete the claim assessment opposite.
Useful tinnitus resources
T-gone - www.T-gone.com
Hazards magazine - www.hazards.org
Health and Safety Executive – www.hse.gov.uk/hsehome.htm
Hsedirect – www.hsedirect.com
Call us now on 0808 144 0043 and we’ll start work on your tinnitus claim immediately.
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