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Noise Induced Hearing Loss claim upheld

A man has been awarded a five figure sum in compensation after he suffered Noise Induced Hearing Loss. He was exposed to high levels of noise from pneumatic jack hammers and heavy construction machinery without the use of ear protection. As a result of the noise exposure, he was left with partial deafness and tinnitus.

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