Compensation awarded after chemical exposure
A printer who suffered serious damage to his kidneys after many years working with toxic chemicals has won compensation from his employer.
The man was diagnosed with kidney disease after working with a printing chemical called toluene. The printer had previously visited a GP who said it would be fine to continue working near the substance but after seeking a second opinion from a specialist it was found that he had developed the disease.
After becoming too ill to continue to work, the man took early retirement in 2001 and then began his search for compensation from the company.
“Many workers are unwittingly being exposed to hazardous substances through breathing in fumes at their workplaces. Fumes from noxious chemicals can cause a variety of diseases including bladder cancer, lung disease and damage to internal organs,” said his personal injury lawyer.
Updated on 26/05/2009