Estimates from the Health & Safety Executive indicate that absence from work due to stress costs the UK economy in the region of £5-7 billion pounds per year.

This is almost double the estimated figure from 2006.

And it continues to rise at unprecedented rates, particularly now with such a challenging economic environment.

If you have suffered a recognised psychiatric condition, such as clinical depression or an anxiety disorder as a consequence of your work, then you may be entitled to compensation.

Michael Lewin Solicitors have recovered thousands of pounds in compensation for people who have suffered from stress at work in England and Wales.

We have a very friendly team of highly qualified legal advisors who will help you every step of the way.

Established more than 10 years ago we have a superb reputation for customer service and speed of response.

Our promise to you is to get you the compensation you deserve as quickly as possible.

Since we operate on a "no win no fee basis" - our guarantee to you is 100% compensation.

Call us now on 0113 200 9720

Do you believe that you have suffered personal injuries as a result of work related stress?

If so, please contact us now on 0113 2009720 or by email at stress@michaellewin.co.uk for free and expert confidential advice.

The Law

Claims for work related stress tend to fall into two categories:

• Bullying and/or Harassment cases resulting in psychiatric illness.
• Cases involving employees who are overworked resulting in psychiatric illness.

If you case involves issues of bullying or harassment then you may be able to present your claim under the provisions of the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 and this removes the requirement to prove that the employer should have foreseen the possibility of an injury occurring due to their or their employees conduct.

Cases involving allegations of overwork are slightly more difficult and it may be necessary to prove the following:

• You have suffered a recognised psychiatric condition;
• That you have placed your employer on notice that unless your employer takes immediate steps to reduce your work load that you would suffer from psychiatric illness or injury.

We would always recommend that you retain the following:

• Email exchanges, particularly with line managers or any Human Resources department regarding your workload and the affect this is having on your health;
• Details of any complaints or grievances made by yourself or other members of staff regarding their workload;
• Contact information for any supportive witnesses;
• Staff appraisal forms;
• Dates of any meetings with your line managers regarding your work load together with a summary of the meeting.

It is extremely important that you notify your employer specifically that your employment is causing you ill health. We would always recommend that you document such complaints in writing.