Mrs Jones was exposed to excessive levels of noise, whilst working for Swantex Celebrations Ltd, which later became Swantex Party Creations Ltd, for a period of around 5 years. Mrs Jones was employed at the site at Hirwaun Industrial Estate, Hirwaun, Mid Glamorgan. She was employed as a machine operator throughout this period and exposed to the noise of packing machinery, paper making machinery and conveyors, for the duration of her shifts.

During Mrs Jones’ employment, she was never provided with hearing protection and nor was she ever made aware of the risk that working in excessive noise poses. Mrs Jones now suffers from mild noise induced hearing loss and moderate noise related tinnitus, which was confirmed following a medical assessment of Mrs Jones’ hearing condition, arranged by WE Solicitors. This was presented to the defendant’s representatives, as part of the evidence, to support Mrs Jones’ claim.

Some of Mrs Jones’ noise exposure could not be claimed for, as some took place prior to 1963, which is the date of guilty knowledge.

Despite this, WE Solicitors were able to negotiate an out of court settlement of just £1,292.50 for Mrs Jones. Mrs Jones has had a previous successful claim for her hearing condition against the company Tower Housewares Ltd (Midland Metal Spinning Ltd), for which she was awarded just over £2,700.00. She has an ongoing claim, the outcome of which is awaited.

Both Mrs Jones and WE Solicitors are very pleased with the outcome of this claim.