Lung Disease
For a young person with serious disability where there is a probability of progressive worsening leading to premature death. The amount of compensation awarded could be in the region of £58,500 to £79,000.
For lung cancer in an older person which is causing severe pain and impairment both of function and quality of life the amount could be in the region of £45,800 to £58,500. The amount will vary depending on the amount of pain and suffering.
Diseases such as emphysema, which causes significant and worsening lung function and impairment of breathing, frequent coughing, sleep disturbance and restriction of physical activity and employment, the amount could be in the region of £32,000 to £46,300.
Breathing difficulties which require frequent use of an inhaler and where there is an inability to tolerate a smoky environment the amount could be in the region of £18,325 to £32,000. The compensation awarded will also take into consideration an uncertain prognosis and a significant effect of social and working life.
Bronchitis and wheezing without serious symptoms and little or no permanent effect on social or working life the amount, would be in the region of £12,200 to £18,325.
For some slight breathlessness with no effect on working life and the likelihood of substantial or permanent recovery within a few years the amount of compensation awarded is likely to be in the region of £6,100 to £12,200.
For even less symptoms where the person is not at risk of malignancy, the amount awarded could be in the region of £3,175 to £6,100.
Temporary aggravation of bronchitis or other chest problems with resolve with a few months the amount awarded would be in the region of £1,300 to £3,175.
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