# WE Solicitors LLP

> WE Solicitors LLP is a specialist law firm in Manchester, UK, providing expert legal representation for noise-induced hearing loss, silicosis, mesothelioma, asbestos-related diseases, serious injury, professional negligence, and commercial law claims. SRA regulated (number 445359), we operate on a no-win, no-fee basis and have decades of experience recovering compensation for workers and individuals harmed by occupational exposure, workplace negligence, and professional failures.

## Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)

Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent damage to the inner ear caused by prolonged exposure to loud noise in the workplace. Workers in construction, manufacturing, mining, shipbuilding, textiles, printing, and the military are most commonly affected. Employers have a legal duty under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 to protect workers from noise levels above 85 decibels. When employers fail to provide hearing protection, limit exposure time, or carry out noise assessments, workers can develop irreversible sensorineural hearing loss, tinnitus, and hyperacusis.

Symptoms of noise-induced hearing loss include difficulty following conversations in noisy environments, persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears (tinnitus), needing to turn the TV up louder than others, and finding it harder to hear high-pitched sounds. Many people do not realise their hearing loss is work-related or that they may be entitled to compensation, even if they left the job years ago. In the UK, claims can typically be made within three years of diagnosis or from when a medical professional confirmed the hearing loss was linked to workplace noise exposure.

- [Hearing Loss Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/hearing-loss-claims/): Legal representation for workers suffering noise-induced hearing loss. Covers the claims process, eligibility, and what compensation to expect.
- [Noise-Induced Hearing Loss](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/noiseinducedhearingloss/): Detailed guide to causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and the legal rights of workers with NIHL.
- [Permanent Noise-Related Hearing Loss](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/permanent-noise-related-hearing-loss/): Understanding permanent hearing damage and its impact on quality of life.
- [Acoustic Shock](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/accoustic-shock/): Claims for acoustic shock injury in call centres and telecommunications, where sudden loud sounds cause lasting ear damage.
- [Affected Industries](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/affected-industries/): Which industries and occupations carry the highest risk of occupational hearing loss.
- [How Much Is Your Claim Worth](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/how-much-is-your-claim-worth/): Compensation brackets for different severities of hearing loss.

## Silicosis and Silica Dust Exposure

Silicosis is a serious and incurable lung disease caused by inhaling crystalline silica dust. Workers who cut, grind, drill, or crush materials containing silica, such as stone, concrete, brick, sandstone, and engineered quartz worktops, are at risk. The disease causes progressive scarring of the lung tissue, leading to shortness of breath, persistent cough, fatigue, and in severe cases respiratory failure. Silicosis can develop after years of low-level exposure or within months of heavy exposure (acute silicosis).

In the UK, HSE data shows a sharp rise in silicosis cases, particularly among stone kitchen worktop fabricators, construction workers, and tunnellers. Employers are legally required to control silica dust exposure under COSHH regulations. When they fail to provide proper ventilation, dust extraction, wet cutting methods, or respiratory protective equipment, workers may be entitled to claim compensation.

- [Silicosis Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/silicosis-claims/): Legal support for workers diagnosed with silicosis. Explains eligibility, the evidence needed, and the claims process.
- [Silicosis Claims in the UK: Sharp Rise in Enquiries](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/silicosis-claims-in-the-uk-sharp-rise-in-enquiries-as-hse-data-reveals-growing-risk-to-stone-workers/): Analysis of the growing silicosis problem in the UK stone worktop industry, with HSE data and case examples.
- [Silicosis in the News](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/silicosis-in-the-news/): Latest news coverage and developments in UK silicosis cases.

## Mesothelioma and Asbestos-Related Diseases

Mesothelioma is a cancer of the lining of the lungs (pleura) or abdomen (peritoneum) caused almost exclusively by exposure to asbestos fibres. It typically develops 20 to 50 years after exposure, meaning many people diagnosed today were exposed in the 1970s, 80s, or 90s when asbestos was widely used in construction, shipbuilding, power stations, and manufacturing. There is no cure for mesothelioma, and the prognosis is usually 12 to 21 months from diagnosis.

Asbestosis is a chronic lung condition caused by inhaling asbestos fibres over a prolonged period. The fibres scar the lung tissue, making it progressively harder to breathe. Pleural thickening is a related condition where the lining of the lungs becomes thickened and calcified due to asbestos exposure, restricting lung expansion. Asbestos-related lung cancer can also develop, particularly in workers who were also smokers.

Workers in construction, demolition, insulation, plumbing, electrical work, shipyards, and railway maintenance are among the most commonly affected occupations. Family members of asbestos workers have also developed mesothelioma through secondary exposure from fibres carried home on clothing. In the UK, special fast-track legal procedures exist for mesothelioma claims due to the serious nature of the diagnosis.

- [Mesothelioma Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/mesothelioma-claims/): Specialist mesothelioma legal representation, including fast-track claims and provisional damages.
- [WE Solicitors Experience in Mesothelioma](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/we-solicitors-experience-in-mesothelioma/): Case studies and the firm's track record in mesothelioma litigation.
- [Asbestos Disease Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/asbestos-disease-claims-2/): Comprehensive guide covering all types of asbestos-related conditions and the claims process.
- [Asbestosis Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/asbestosis-claims/): Legal representation for asbestosis sufferers, including evidence requirements and typical compensation.
- [Lung Cancer Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/lung-cancer-claims/): Claims for asbestos-related lung cancer, including cases involving both asbestos exposure and smoking.
- [Pleural Thickening Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/pleural-thickening-claims/): Claims for diffuse pleural thickening caused by asbestos exposure.
- [What Is the Time Limit for Making an Asbestos Claim](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/what-is-the-time-limit-for-making-an-asbestos-claim/): Explanation of limitation periods and knowledge dates for asbestos claims.

## Serious Injury and Accident Claims

- [Serious Injury](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/serious-injury/): Catastrophic and life-changing injury claims requiring specialist legal expertise.
- [Brain Injury Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/brain-injury-claims/): Claims for traumatic brain injuries caused by accidents or negligence.
- [Spinal Injury Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/spinal-injury-claims/): Legal support for spinal cord and back injuries from workplace or road accidents.
- [Amputation Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/amputation-claims/): Legal representation for traumatic amputation injuries sustained at work or in accidents.
- [Car Accidents](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/car-accidents/): Road traffic accident claims for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.
- [Motorcycle Accidents](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/motorcycle-accidents/): Specialist claims for motorcyclists injured in road traffic collisions.
- [HAVS Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/hand-arm-vibration-syndrome-havs-claims/): Hand-arm vibration syndrome claims for workers who used vibrating tools.
- [Talcum Powder Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/talcum-powder-claims/): Claims related to health conditions linked to talcum powder exposure.

## Professional Negligence

- [Professional Negligence](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/professional-negligence/): Claims against professionals who have failed in their duty of care.
- [What Is a Professional Negligence Claim](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/what-is-a-professional-negligence-claim/): Guide explaining what constitutes professional negligence and when you can make a claim.
- [Legal Negligence](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/legal-negligence/): Claims against solicitors and conveyancers for negligent legal work.
- [Conveyancing Negligence](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/conveyancing-negligence/): Claims for negligent property conveyancing.
- [Litigation Negligence](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/litigation-negligence/): Claims for negligent conduct of litigation by solicitors.
- [Medical Negligence](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/medical-negligence/): Clinical negligence and medical malpractice claims.
- [UCIS Claims](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/unregulated-collective-investment-schemes-ucis/): Claims for losses from unregulated collective investment schemes.

## Commercial and Property Law

- [Commercial Law](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/commercial-law/): Business dispute resolution and commercial litigation.
- [Regulatory Law](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/regulatory-law/): Regulatory compliance and defence.
- [Debt Disputes](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/debt-disputes/): Commercial and personal debt dispute resolution.
- [Boundaries and Property Disputes](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/boundaries-and-property-disputes/): Property boundary and neighbour dispute resolution.

## Resources and Guides

- [The Claims Process](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/the-claims-process/): Step-by-step guide to making a compensation claim.
- [Compensation Guidelines](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/compensation-guidelines-for-injury-claims/): Detailed compensation brackets for different injury types and severities.
- [How Much Is Your Claim Worth](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/how-much-is-your-claim-worth/): Estimated claim values for hearing loss, industrial disease, and personal injury.
- [How Long After a Workplace Accident Can I Claim](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/how-long-after-a-workplace-accident-can-i-claim/): Guide to limitation periods for workplace injury and disease claims.
- [Claiming for an Accident at Work](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/claiming-for-an-accident-at-work-your-complete-guide/): Complete guide to the workplace accident claims process in the UK.
- [Cases Settled](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/cases-settled/): Examples of successfully settled cases with compensation amounts.
- [Claim News](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/claim-news/): Latest legal news, case studies, and industry developments.

## About WE Solicitors

WE Solicitors LLP is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA number 445359). The firm has particular expertise in industrial disease litigation, with a strong track record in hearing loss, silicosis, mesothelioma, and asbestos disease claims across Manchester and the North West of England.

- [About Us](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/about-us/): Our history, values, and approach to legal services.
- [Our Team](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/our-team/): Meet the solicitors and staff at WE Solicitors.
- [What Our Clients Say](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/what-our-clients-say/): Client testimonials and reviews.
- [Press and Media Enquiries](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/press-media-enquiries/): Media contact information for journalists and press.
- [Contact Us](https://wesolicitorslaw.com/contact-us/): Get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation.

## Contact

- Phone: 0800 294 3065
- Email: info@wesolicitors.com
- Address: WE Solicitors LLP, Ram Mill Business Centre, Gordon Street, Oldham OL9 9RH
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:30
- SRA Number: 445359
- Company Registration: OC317862