How Much Compensation For Lung Disease
Lung disease is quite often a deteriorating and chronic condition; how much compensation for lung disease depends on what the future prognosis is.
Before reading our guide on how much compensation for lung disease, remember that the details encompass all conditions relating to the lungs apart from asthma which is detailed separately.
In addition, there are some instances where fees paid can be increased if there is evidence of a psychiatric illness relating to lung disease. A person’s age will also be considered.
Compensation figures for lung disease
Level of lung disease |
Potential compensation |
A young person with severe disabilities and a lung condition that is likely to worsen and result in an early death | £80,250 – £108,370 |
Lung cancer and your pain and suffering seriously affect your quality of life and the ability to function | £55,830 – £77,580 |
Lung diseases such as pneumoconiosis, emphysema or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder where there is a significant impairment of lung function and breathing | £43,670 – £55,830 |
Breathing difficulties requiring fairly frequent use of an inhaler, where there is an inability to tolerate a smoky environment and an uncertain prognosis | £24,950 – £43,710 |
Minor symptoms relating to bronchitis and wheezing which have not impacted your job or quality of life but may have caused some anxiety | £16,580 – £24,950 |
Slight breathlessness with no effect on your ability to work and a good chance of recovery | £8,480 – £16,580 |
A temporary aggravation of bronchitis or other chest problems resolving within a few months | £1,760 – £4,240 |
Your lung disease claim with Jefferies
Lung diseases are serious conditions and can be distressing times for victims and their families. If you or a family member have suffered this type of illness through the fault of someone else and you are looking into how much compensation for lung disease then please contact our team at Jefferies as soon as possible.
You have 3 years from the date of the injury in which to make your claim. We operate on a no win no fee basis and will be happy to help you claim the compensation amount you deserve. Please call us on 0333 358 3034 or contact us online.
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