Walker Jack Consultants

Accidents at Work

Workplace accidents account for roughly half of all personal injury claims made. Unfortunately, many employees fail to bring their personal injury claim to light because they are scared of any possible repercussions if they take the company that they are working for to court over any injuries suffered. However, what employees need to understand is that all employers are obligated by law to have Employer’s Liability Insurance, which covers any and all employees who may become injured in the workplace. If you become injured in the workplace, you have grounds to pursue a legitimate compensation claim against your company based upon the laws in place.

The first thing you need to do if you find yourself injured as a result of an accident at work is to ensure that a record of your accident was logged in the company’s accident record book. This will be the first thing your no win no fee lawyer will look at if you decide to pursue a claim for compensation. It will be difficult, but not impossible, to make personal injury claims for compensation without the accident being recorded. You must prove that your employer caused the injury by a failure to take reasonable care to prevent the injury from occurring. This includes failing to employ competent staff, failing to supply said staff with suitable materials and equipment, a safe environment in which to work, and a safe way for you to carry out your tasks on a day-to-day basis. Contact a no win no fee solicitor for more information on how to proceed with a work-related personal injury claim.