It is your employer’s responsibility to keep you safe at work, but unfortunately this isn’t always achieved and accidents do happen.
Accident at Work Claims
Legally, an employer has a responsibility to ensure that the working environment remains safe for all employees. Health and safety regulations should be adhered to, and employees should receive appropriate training along with the correct safety equipment required.
Health and safety regulations cover various aspects of the workplace, including your work station, equipment safety, manual handling, training, access to hazardous substances, workwear such as slip resistant shoes and noise levels. Nonetheless, accidents do happen and if you’ve been injured in the workplace through no fault of your own, then you’re entitled to raise a claim. Even if the negligence of another employee caused your workplace accident, you could still claim for workplace accident compensation. This relates to all kinds of injuries sustained in the workplace, from serious injury using heavy machinery, right through to injury sustained from slipping on a wet floor or tripping over a hazard.
When can accidents at work occur?
Accidents at work can happen in a variety of different scenarios, such as:
• Construction/building site injury
• Industrial chemical injury
• Lifting/manual handling injury
• Defective machinery injury
• Forklift accident
• Slips, trips and falls
• Warehouse accident injury
• Falls from height
• Injuries caused by negligence actions of an employee
Making an accident at work compensation claim
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Frequently asked questions
Will making a claim affect my job or relationship with my employer?
Your employer is legally prohibited from dismissing or treating you unfairly for making a legitimate accident at work claim.
Employers carry insurance to cover such claims, so your compensation will typically be paid by their insurance company, not directly by your employer.
How long do I have to make an accident at work claim?
In most cases, you have three years from the date of the accident to make a claim.
What types of compensation can I claim for after a workplace accident?
Compensation can cover injuries, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, and compensation for pain and suffering. The amount you can claim depends on the severity of your injuries and the impact on your ability to work and enjoy life.
What if my employer denies responsibility for the accident?
If your employer denies liability, it’s important to have a solicitor who can gather evidence and build a strong case on your behalf. This may involve obtaining witness statements, medical records, and expert testimony to prove that your employer was negligent.
Do I have to go to court to make an accident at work claim?
Most accident at work claims are settled out of court through negotiations with the employer’s insurance company. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached, your case may go to court.
