COPD

COPD compensation may be available if your symptoms are linked to your past or present working conditions. If you believe that your employer could have done more to prevent the onset of your symptoms, you could be entitled to maximum personal injury compensation. Contact us today for your FREE no-obligation consultation.


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What is the COPD claim time limit

We advise speaking to us as soon as you believe that you may be entitled to personal injury compensation. Any cause for delay in beginning your COPD compensation claim may be taken into account regarding your personal injury claim time limit. Even if you have since retired or changed career, we may be able to help. For further information, please see What is the personal injury claim time limit? or contact us today for instant answers and peace of mind.

I received an exemplary service from start to finish. I was kept fully informed of the claim’s process, the staff were responsive and helpful throughout and I am delighted with the outcome of my case.


– Laura H

Symptoms of COPD

If you recognise a mixture of the symptoms associated with chronic bronchitis and emphysema, your condition may have progressed towards COPD.

Chronic bronchitis (Inhalation difficulties)

  • Chest infections
  • Frequent coughing
  • Excessive mucus build up

Emphysema (Exhalation difficulties)

  • Lack of mental clarity
  • Shortness of breath at rest
  • Lips/fingernails turn blue with exercise

Causes of COPD

COPD is caused by the long-term presence of irritants in the lungs. Airborne particles become lodged within the delicate lining of the lung tissue, leading to swelling and scarring over time. Depending on the nature of your employment, you may be at risk of long-term exposure to a variety of irritants.

Irritants linked to COPD

  • Dust
  • Toxic fumes
  • Chemical fumes
  • Air pollution (e.g. car fumes)
  • Cigarette smoke & second hand smoke

COPD is also closely associated with asthma. If you feel that your symptoms of COPD are linked to asthma, and if you believe that your asthma symptoms are directly linked to your past or present working conditions, speak to our expert solicitors today to discover whether you have a claim.

COPD – specialist legal support

If you believe that your COPD symptoms are linked to your past or present working conditions, speak to our dedicated team of industrial disease solicitors today.

Depending on the circumstances of your COPD claim, we may be able to help you to access expert medical care and tailored rehabilitation support as part of your claim. For further information on the types of rehabilitation that may be available, please see my rehabilitation

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