How do I file a Claim for an Accident in the Workplace?

If you would like to discuss the possibility of making a claim for an accident at work that you were involved in in which you sustained an injury then it is important to seek the help of a specialist solicitor who deals with work accident injury claims on a regular basis. Many solicitors now advertise online, and it is easy to find one that specialises in helping clients make a claim for accident at work. It is important that when you speak to a solicitor they are able to advise you, possibly on a free no obligation basis, and how they will handle your case, and your eligibility to make a successful claim.

Once you have chosen the solicitor who is going to handle your case for you they will evaluate the details of the circumstances surrounding your accident and advise you on your eligibility to make a personal injury claim with them. It is possible to claim for your work injuries only within three years of the accident happening.

In order to make a successful claim it is important that as well as the accident happening within three years, the accident must not be your fault. All employers need to provide their employees with a certain duty of care whilst they are at work. It is important that all employees are provided with the correct tools and equipment to ensure that they can carry out their work safely and without issue. It is also important that all employees are provided with the necessary training to ensure that they can carry out their job safely. This may include training relating to lifting heavy objects, training on specific machinery, and ensuring that all employees keep their working area safe.

If you feel that your employer has not performed their duties with the appropriate due care and attention, and this has led to your injury then it may be possible to make a successful claim for compensation with the help of a team of accident and injury at work specialists. It is important that you document any injuries you sustained whilst at work. Firstly, you need to fill in the accident book at work. If there is no accident book then make a note of what happened, give a copy to your employer, and keep a copy yourself. It is also important that you take any useful information, and a detailed account of what happened including photos if necessary. Once you’ve done this it is time to get in touch with a dedicated solicitor who will be able to use their knowledge and experience of dealing with claims involving personal injury. They will then be able to investigate the case for you and advise you on your eligibility to claim for the accident that you were involved in at work.

It is understandable that there are many industries that pose a higher risk to the employees that work within them. However, there are many environments in which injuries and accidents can happen. Examples of these injuries and accidents can include:

• Being injured due to faulty protective equipment or clothing. This may be the case if you work with chemicals or other noxious substances.
• Being injured in a construction accident such as hurting your back when carrying heavy objects, tripping over loose wires or uneven flooring or being hit by moving or falling objects.
• Being burnt or poisoned by chemicals due to inhalation, skin contact and ingestion.
• Falling from a height whilst working on ladders, open windows, openings in the floor and scaffolding.
• Being injured by unsafe or defective equipment including injuries that are sustained whilst using poorly maintained equipment.

It is understandable that if you have been injured whilst at work, the injuries you sustained may mean that you are unable to return to work immediately. This may mean that you face financial difficulties as a result of being unable to work and therefore not receive any pay. If you speak to a dedicated solicitor about the possibility of making a claim for an accident that you were involved in at work then they may be able to do it on a no win no fee basis. The term no-win no fee means that if your claim is unsuccessful and you do not secure any compensation for the injuries that he sustained then you will not be charged a fee for the services that you are provided with by the solicitor. However, new legislation came into force in April 2013 which may mean that if your claim is successful you may have to pay any costs associated with your claim out of the compensation you are awarded. This will be explained to you by a friendly and experienced solicitor before you begin your claim.

It may also be possible to claim accident at work compensation for any financial losses that you face as a result of your injury. This can include things such as recompense for loss of earnings; money towards any medications or treatment required due to your injuries; help towards the cost of any on-going care that is required as a result of your injuries and assistance with altering accommodation and vehicles that you use a regular basis.

So, if you have been injured in any way whilst at work, any the injuries were sustained through no fault of your own then it may be possible for you to make a successful personal injury claim if your accident at work happened in the past three years. So do not hesitate to get in touch with a number of solicitors to find the one that best suits your needs, and ensure you are able to secure the maximum amount of compensation available to you for the injuries that you sustained through no fault of your own.

I am a free lancer writer currently residing at United Kingdom.