If you use vibrating power tools in your work, and have been experiencing pain, tingling, numbness or lack of dexterity in your hands or fingers, you could be suffering from vibration white finger, also known as hand arm vibration syndrome (HAVS).
Prolonged use of power tools such as chainsaws, drills, grinders and jackhammers can lead to a variety of unpleasant symptoms which can sometimes be life changing. Employers in industries where such tools are used, and where there is a risk of HAVs occurring are legally required to follow strict guidelines to prevent workers suffering from vibration white finger. These include making sure regular breaks are taken and providing adequate protective equipment. If these guidelines have not been followed, and you are suffering as a result, you could be entitled to vibration white finger compensation.
Vibration white finger can be incredibly debilitating and in some cases, sufferers will be prevented from undertaking many everyday tasks. Many vibration white finger victims will be unable to continue with their work which will obviously bring with it serious financial implications. You only have a limited time to bring a claim and it is essential that you do not leave it until the last minute; for this reason, if you think you might have this condition, it is vitally important to take legal advice immediately. The industrial disease lawyers at Winclaim have extensive experience in bringing claims for vibration white finger.
Specific expertise is required to deal with these cases because many sufferers have been exposed to vibrating tools over many years and with various different employers. If you are in a similar situation, we’ll meticulously investigate your work history and see if we can pinpoint the employer who was responsible, or compile evidence for cases against multiple employers if necessary. And if the company has since ceased trading, it is possible to have it reinstated so that we can proceed with your claim.
Start your Claim for Vibration White Finger Compensation with the Help of Experts Winclaim
If you are suffering any symptoms related to vibration white finger, even if you have not yet been diagnosed, get in touch today. If we feel you have a good claim, we’ll get things moving straight away for you and arrange a medical consultation with a specialist in industrial diseases. It really is very simple to start claim proceedings so give us a call today; you’ll be put through to a qualified lawyer who will give you all the advice you need.
