Whilst it is healthy to experience some levels of stress in our daily lives (which can motivate us to achieve), excessive or prolonged exposure can result in burn-out and psychological disorders such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. A work stress solictor can advise on whether or not there is a viable compensation claim. Mental illness can be caused by:
Work stress solicitors are very busy. The annual number of stress at work claim settlements is increasing year by year with one in five workers having mental problems caused by their employment. Your employer has a duty of care to provide and maintain a working environment that is safe to your health. Under existing health and safety legislation employers have a duty to undertake risk assessments and manage activities to reduce the incidence of these problems.
If you are suffering from any of the following symptoms, then you should seek medical advice as to whether you may be suffering from a psychological illness. You should also discuss the matter with a work stress solicitor :
If you have been diagnosed with a psychological condition caused by your employment, including depression, anxiety or any other mental illness, you may be entitled to make a stress at work claim for compensation if your employer has failed to keep you safe from psychological harm.
Compensation may include damages for loss of earnings, pain and suffering, medical, pharmaceutical and counselling expenses. We can help you get the compensation you deserve.
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The author of the substantive medical writing on this website is Dr. Christine Traxler MD whose biography can be read here