A sudden or gradual hearing loss can significantly impact your quality of life. Noise-related hearing loss can affect how you discern different sounds when there’s a lot of background noise, making it difficult to hold conversations in a crowded or busy environment. It is often accompanied by tinnitus, which is a ringing in the ears.

Unfortunately, many workers in manufacturing, construction, and other industries are affected by hearing loss injuries due to the high noise levels they are regularly exposed to. Those who work with heavy vehicles, gardening equipment like lawnmowers and chainsaws, and in amplified sound settings such as entertainment venues are all at risk of hearing loss.

WHAT IS INDUSTRIAL DEAFNESS OR HEARING LOSS?

WorkSafe considers industrial deafness caused by exposure, continued exposure, or periods of continuous exposure to industrial noise. If you have acquired industrial deafness in the workplace, you could be eligible for loss of income, hearing aids, and other medical expenses, as well as a lump sum payment.

WHAT COMPENSATION CAN COVER

• Loss of wages
• Medical and hospital expenses
• Travelling expenses
• Rehabilitation expenses
• Medical devices or equipment
• Return to work services
• Permanent impairment

Every industrial deafness claim is different. The workers’ compensation experts at Carbone Lawyers will help you submit and pursue your compensation claim.

IMPORTANT: Never sign anything or accept any compensation offer until you’ve received proper legal advice. You may be entitled to a lot more than you’ve been offered. Don’t settle for less.