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Silica is a natural mineral which is found in rock, therefore any worker coming into contact with dust from stones, rocks or sand will be at risk of inhaling silica dust. The industries most at risk are construction, quarrying, stone-working, grinding, mining, as well as sand-blasting and glass manufacturing.
When silica dust is inhaled over a prolonged period of time, the particles cause damage and scarring to the lung tissues, preventing the lungs from working properly. This condition is called Silicosis, of which there are three different types, Chronic Silicosis, Acute Silicosis and Accelerated Silicosis.
Chronic Silicosis is an industrial disease and is normally found in people who have been inhaling silica dust for twenty years or more.
Sufferers of chronic silicosis will likely experience breathing difficulties after the silica dust has caused inflammation and damage in their lungs and chest lymph nodes.
If you or someone you know has developed chronic silicosis or any other industrial disease, telephone us now for accurate claim advice.
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Thompsons Solicitors are experts in all personal injury matters. We will be able to advise you whether or not you have a valid claim for compensation. Our specialist personal injury lawyers will be happy to talk you through the process of making a claim in plain English and will be happy to answer any questions or queries you may have. If you do have a valid personal injury compensation claim and you decide to instruct Thompsons Solicitors to deal with the matter for you, we will recover our legal fees from the person responsible for your injury, ensuring that the entire procedure is cost-free for you. Telephone us now on 08000 224 224 or complete one of our online compensation claim forms.