PCB - Polychlorinated biphenyls

PCB is a compound with a high degree of heat and electrical resistance, but which is difficult to destroy.

The nature of the compound is such that it has been used in the past in some electrical and heating equipment including refrigerators. PCB's are no longer manufactured for commercial purposes

There is now some evidence that it may cause cancer, and stronger evidence of damage to the environment. As well as the possibility of cancer, the substance is known to cause chloracne ( a type of dermatitis) and liver function abnormalities.

Exposure can occur for example to firefighters from transformer fires, and to workers generally from leaks.

If you are unlucky enough to suffer an illness, disease or injury as a result such exposure, it is possible that you may be able to bring a claim for damages, otherwise known as compensation.

Detailed evidence will be necessary to establish that the exposure you suffered is capable of causing the injury complained of, that it did in fact cause your injury, that there was a foreseeable risk of such injury occurring and that the person or body responsible was negligent or in breach of statutory duty in allowing or causing the leak or discharge to occur. This will require a considerable body of expert evidence from technical experts in different fields.

Clear Answers lawyers are experts in all aspects of personal injury work and in how to pursue claims for damages. They will be able to advise you whether a claim for damages is possible, give guidance and assistance on how the claim can be pursued and ensure that all the correct evidence is obtained to secure the best result for you.

If you do have a valid personal injury compensation claim and you decide to instruct Clear Answers to deal with the matter for you, we will recover our legal fees from the person responsible for your injury, ensuring that the entire procedure is cost-free for yourself. Telephone us now on 0800 783 9019 or complete one of our online compensation claim forms.