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There are many rules and regulations that are imposed upon employers to ensure the safety of their employees and if these are not complied with and you are injured as a result, you may be due some compensation.
Your injury may have been caused by your employer’s failure to provide adequate personal protective equipment, or because your employer has allowed you to lift excessive weights. They also have a duty to ensure that your workplace is safe and free from hazard, that you and other employees are adequately trained and that you are provided with suitable tools and equipment.
Don’t be afraid to pursue a claim against your employer as they have a legal duty to protect you. There is a legal requirement for them to have employer’s liability insurance. This means that your employer’s insurance company will pay your compensation, not your employer.
So, why not give us a call and speak to one of our lawyers for a free assessment?
For more information please call 0800 975 6066 or email claims@martinkaye.co.uk.
IF you are considering making an Accident at Work claim, you may have questions about the process, compensation, and time limits. Our frequently asked questions below provide general guidance on how Accidents at Work claims work in the UK.
Yes, you may be able to make a claim if you have been injured in an accident at work that was caused by your employer’s negligence or failure to provide a safe working environment. Employers have a legal duty to protect the health and safety of their employers.
Yes, you may still be able to make a claim even if the accident was partly your fault. This is known as “contributory negligence”.
In these cases, your compensation may be reduced to reflect your level of responsibility, but you could still receive a settlement.
No, your employer is not allowed to treat you unfairly or dismiss you for making a legitimate personal injury claim. You are protected by employment law when exercising your legal rights.
If you experience unfair treatment of a claim, you may have grounds for separate legal action.
If you are involved in an accident at work, you should:
To support your workplace accident claim, useful evidence may include:
Strong evidence can help demonstrate what happened and who was at fault.
In most cases, a personal injury claim must be brought within 3 years from the date of the accident. There are some exceptions, so it’s always best to seek advice as soon as possible.
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An accident book is a record kept by employers to log workplace incidents and injuries. Reporting your accident in the accident book creates an official record of what happened, which can be important evidence if you decided to make a personal injury claim.
