How Can I Make Sure That I Will Receive Compensation for Workplace Injuries?

How do I know if I am eligible to claim compensation for an accident that I was involved in at work?

Many people are injured each year in accidents at work. Some of these accidents are the fault of the employee, however many accidents are the fault of the employer or colleagues. If you were involved in an accident at work in the past three years and you feel that you were not to blame for the accident or any injuries that you sustained then it may be possible to make a successful work accident compensation claim. In order to determine your eligibility to claim compensation, it is important to contact a dedicated claims expert who will be able to advise you by providing you with a free no obligation assessment of the details of your case. They will then investigate this and advise you on whether or not you will be able to make a claim.

How much compensation can I claim for the accident that I was involved in at work?

There are many different accidents and injuries that can be sustained whilst at work so it is not possible to give you an exact figure of how much accident at work compensation you are likely to receive if you are eligible to make a claim. If you would like further information about this please speak to a solicitor who will be able to advise you on the best options available with regards to your individual situation.

How do I go about claiming compensation for an injury that I sustained during an accident that I was involved in at work?

If you have sustained an injury whilst at work it is important to record it in your company’s accident book. All organisations that have 10 or more members of staff are required to have an accident book; however, if your organisation does not have one it is important to record the details of your accident and pass on a copy to your employer. You then need to seek any medical treatment that you require for your injuries, no matter how minor. Once you’ve done this, it is important for you to get in touch with a team of highly skilled experienced solicitors who deal with personal injury claims on a regular basis. They will be able to take a detailed account of your situation and advise you on your eligibility to claim.

There are many accidents and injuries that can occur at work for which you may be able to secure compensation.

There is a possibility to claim for accident at work and these accidents can include:

• Repetitive strain injury – this is sometimes known as tendonitis and occurs in your upper limbs due to performing a constant motion.
• Dermatitis – you may develop dermatitis if you work with hazardous substances or in certain conditions.
• Broken bones –you may sustain a fracture to any of your bones in a number of different ways including falling, tripping or being hit by a falling object.
• Burns – you may receive a burn if you work with corrosive chemicals or hot equipment such as cookers or welding equipment.
• Cuts, lacerations and abrasions – you may sustain these entreats for many reasons including working with poorly maintained equipment, or having incorrect protective clothing.
• Head injuries – these can happen for a number of different reasons including falling from a height, slipping or tripping or being hit by a falling for moving object.
• Spinal-cord injuries – you may sustain a spinal cord injury during a fall from height such as from scaffolding or a ladder.
• Back injuries – you may sustain a back injury if you are not properly trained on how to lift and carry heavy items.
• Post-traumatic stress – you may suffer from post-traumatic stress for a number of different reasons such as being involved in an armed robbery at work, coming into contact with hazardous substances or being involved in a road accident.

Who is responsible for my safety when I’m at work?

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is the most important piece of legislation covering health and safety at work in the UK. It sets out many of your employer’s responsibilities in regards to health and safety at work and covers things such as ensuring risk assessments are up-to-date and complete; making sure that your employer provides a duty of care in regards to your health safety and welfare whilst you’re at work; employers are required to appoint a "competent person" to be responsible for all the health and safety aspects of the business. Your employer’s duty of care ensures that they must:

• Ensure that your workplace is safe
• Prevent any risks to your health
• Ensure that the machinery and tools are fully maintained and safety use
• Provide the correct protective clothing and equipment free of charge
• Report certain accidents and injuries to the Health and Safety Executive or local authority
• provide adequate first aid facilities

Do I have to make a claim within a certain time frame?

It is important that you make a personal injury claim within three years of the accident happening. If you do not do this it may not be possible for you to make a successful personal injury claim, even if you would otherwise be eligible to do so. These guidelines are put in place by the government and must be followed so please make sure that if you were involved in any form of accident at work that you contact the team of highly skilled solicitors as soon as possible to discuss the possibility of claiming the compensation that you justly deserve for any injuries that you sustained.

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