Figures from The Health & Safety Executive reveal that in 2017/18 a total of 671,206 workers suffered an injury at work, with 144 of these ending in fatalities. This represents an estimated loss of 3.9 million working days. Whilst employers have a duty to keep employees safe within the working environment, accidents at work continue to happen and for a number of reasons such as:
- Failing to properly organise and/or supervise how the work is carried out;
- Failing to provide proper training for workers;
- Failing to maintain machinery, plant or equipment used for work;
- Failing to maintain the condition of the site or premises.
If you suffer an injury through an accident which occurred in the working environment, whether you are a full time, part time or temporary worker or an employed contractor you may be entitled to compensation. Such claims are dealt with by the employers Liability Insurance therefore bringing a claim will not affect your employment.
Our Accident at Work Team specialise in a variety of Workplace Accident Injury Claims such as:
- Working with defective equipment;
- Working without protective equipment;
- Falling from heights;
- Heavy and repetitive lifting;
- Construction Accidents;
- Unsafe work colleagues and systems.
In 2017/18 ‘falls from height’ were recorded to be the most common cause of fatal injuries to workers, whilst slips, trips and falls on the ground were the most common accident kind for non-fatal injuries. When a worker experiences an accident through the fault of another, which causes them to suffer, it is important that they claim compensation. By claiming compensation, your Solicitor will aim to secure funds which will reimburse you for any financial losses which may have been incurred as a result of the accident such as lost working days. If necessary, your Solicitor can also provide you with the necessary treatment and rehabilitation to ensure the best possible recovery is made.
From slips and falls to fatal injuries, our Team of specialist Personal Injury Solicitors have over 38 years of experience in this field of Law. Through their expert legal and medical knowledge, the team have successfully obtained compensation for victims in Skegness, Boston, Lincoln, Grimsby and beyond who have experienced a variety of workplace accidents.
Steve Hill, Head of the Personal Injury Department, previously represented an employee who suffered a fractured foot, causing the development of chronic regional pain syndrome, and successfully secured a settlement of £760,000.00 which demonstrates his ability to achieve maximum compensation in such claims.
Have you experienced an accident in the workplace through no fault of your own? If so and you have suffered as a result of this, book your free case assessment today by calling 01754 897150. If you would like more information about workplace claims visit https://www.hodgkinsons.co.uk/accidents-claims/personal-injury/work-place-accident-claims where you can also submit an online contact form, should you wish to get in touch with us.