Sometimes difficult to detect, carbon monoxide is a colourless, tasteless gas which causes hundreds of injuries each year in the UK alone. Many cases are not diagnosed until it is too late. Health and Safety laws exist to protect you from carbon monoxide poisoning, but faulty or defective equipment at work, at home or even on holiday can cause serious problems
If you think you have suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning, you may be able to claim compensation. Symptoms you may suffer Mild poisoning is likely to result in dizziness, shortness of breath and sickness. Carbon monoxide poisoning can have long term effects which would disrupt your everyday life. As it is difficult to detect, many people have suffered for months or even years without knowing why. Carbon monoxide can also increase hearing loss, caused by working in noisy conditions.
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