Workplace safety is a top priority for both employers and employees. However, even with strong safety procedures in place, accidents at work can still happen. When an employee suffers an injury due to employer negligence, they may be entitled to make a workplace personal injury claim.
Below are the most common types of workplace injuries and how a specialist Personal Injury Solicitor can help you secure compensation.
Slips, trips, and falls are among the most frequent causes of workplace accidents. These incidents often occur due to:
Employers must keep work areas hazard-free and implement regular safety checks to reduce these risks.
Many employees suffer manual handling injuries, especially to the back, shoulders, and arms. These injuries typically occur when lifting heavy items without:
Employers must provide both training and equipment to minimise the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.
Accidents involving machinery can cause severe or even life-changing injuries. These incidents often result from:
Employers must ensure machinery is safe, regularly serviced, and used only by trained staff.
Falls from height are common in construction, warehousing, roofing, and other elevated work environments. Serious accidents can occur when employers fail to provide:
Working at height requires strict compliance with safety regulations to prevent catastrophic injuries.
Repetitive Strain Injuries develop from performing the same motion repeatedly over time.
Common RSI’s include:
Employers should implement ergonomic adjustments, regular breaks, and workstation assessments to help prevent to help prevent RSIs
Electric shocks, burns, and electrical fires can occur when:
Electrical work must always comply with industry safety standards.
Employees working with chemicals or flammable materials may suffer:
Employers must provide PPE, proper ventilation, and clear instructions on handling hazardous substances.
Employers have a legal responsibility to ensure the health, safety and welfare of their employees. If your injury was caused by a failure to follow safety laws or implement proper procedures, you may be entitled to compensation.
If you have suffered an injury at work, our specialist team can help you:
With decades of combined experience handling workplace, public liability, and occupiers’ liability claims, we will guide you through every step of the process with care, expertise, and understanding.
Contact us today to discuss your workplace injury claim.
Yes. If your accident was caused by employer negligence – such as unsafe equipment, lack of training, or poor maintenance – you may be entitled to make a workplace injury compensation claim.
In most cases, you have three years from the date of the accident to start your claim. Exceptions apply.
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