Course description
Claims for noise induced hearing loss can sometimes seem daunting. Despite their comparatively low value, such claims are inevitably complex and the litigation lengthy. As such, a focused and proactive approach to case building at an early stage is absolutely essential when preparing a claim for NIHL, and awareness and foresight of the likely issues and arguments is vital.
This 1 hour introduction will explain the essential elements of NIHL claims, the most common areas of dispute, the factors to consider when instructing both medical and acoustic engineering experts, as well as identifying common pitfalls. Presenter Joseph Wynn is a barrister who specialises in industrial disease litigation and is co author of the Diagnosis, Limitation and Quantum chapters of the 2016 APIL Guide to Noise Claims.
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Introduction
Claims for noise induced hearing loss can, at first, sometimes seem daunting. Despite their comparatively low value, such claims are inevitably complex and the litigation lengthy. As such, a focused and proactive approach to case building at an early stage is absolutely essential when preparing a claim for NIHL, and awareness and foresight of the likely issues and arguments is vital.
This webinar will explain the essential elements of noise induced hearing loss claims, the most common areas of dispute, the factors to consider when instructing both medical and acoustic engineering experts, as well as identifying common pitfalls.
What You Will Learn
This webinar will cover the following:
- Assessing an audiogram
- The essential requirements of a medical report
- Lay evidence - what the court will need to know
- The essential requirements of an acoustic engineer's report
- Considering and presenting your case in relation to limitation
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