Construction Accident Claims
Check if you can claim compensation
If you were injured in a construction or building site accident that was not your fault, you may be able to claim compensation. We handle construction accident claims for tradespeople and site workers, whether employed, self-employed or on CIS, and we will explain your options clearly.
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Can you claim for a construction site accident?
You may be able to make a construction accident claim if you were injured in the last three years and someone else was responsible. On a construction site, the main contractor, your employer and other duty holders must keep the site reasonably safe under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and other health and safety law.
This applies whether you are employed, agency, or self-employed and working under CIS, because a duty of care is still owed to you on site. You would usually be claiming against an insurer, not an individual, and you cannot be blacklisted for making a genuine claim. If you are not sure, our team can check for you.
Why construction accidents lead to a claim
Construction is one of the higher-risk industries in the UK, with more serious injuries each year than most other sectors. Working at height, heavy machinery, site vehicles and shared sites all add to the risk, and the injuries can be severe.
Most of these accidents are preventable. Where a contractor or employer failed to plan the work, guard machinery, or make the site safe under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, PUWER, LOLER and the Work at Height Regulations, the person injured may be able to claim. Our solicitors will explain where you stand and handle the claim for you.
is usually the time limit to start a construction accident claim, from the date of the accident, or from when you knew your injury was linked to it. Different rules apply for children. If you are unsure, we can check for you.
Common causes of construction accidents
Many construction accident claims come down to one of these. Where a cause has its own page, follow the link for more detail.
Falls from height
Falls from scaffolding, ladders, roofs or open edges, where the work at height was not made safe.
Scaffolding accidents
Collapses, missing boards or guard rails, or poorly inspected scaffold, on site or passing below.
Falling objects
Bricks, tools or debris dropped from height, where the area below was not protected.
However your accident happened, if someone else was at fault you may have a claim. Tell us what happened and we will let you know where you stand.
How much compensation for a construction accident?
A construction accident can cause serious harm, including head, back and spinal injuries, fractures, crush injuries and, in the most serious cases, life-changing injury. A claim is usually made up of two parts: compensation for the injury itself, and compensation for the financial impact.
Every construction accident claim is assessed individually. Your solicitor will explain what your claim may be worth once an independent medical report sets out how the injury has affected you.
- Pain, suffering and the effect on your daily life
- Lost earnings, now and in the future
- Treatment, care and support with daily life
- Travel and other out-of-pocket costs
For serious injuries, an interim payment can sometimes be arranged before the claim ends, to help with immediate costs such as lost wages or treatment. Your solicitor will explain whether that is possible in your case.
Evidence that supports your claim
A construction accident claim is stronger with clear evidence of how the accident happened and how the injury has affected you. You do not need to gather everything before you get in touch. We can help.
Self-employed or on CIS? You can still claim. Keep any invoices, day-rate records and messages about the work, and we can help gather the rest.
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You can start a construction accident claim without paying anything upfront. If your claim is unsuccessful, you will not pay a fee for our work, subject to the terms of your agreement.
If your claim succeeds, an agreed success fee is deducted from your compensation. Your solicitor will explain this clearly before you commit to anything.
You will see the full terms in writing before your claim begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before starting your claim.
Can I claim if I am self-employed or work under CIS?
Yes, often. Whoever is in control of the site owes a duty of care to keep it reasonably safe, whether you are directly employed, agency, or self-employed working under CIS. If the site was not made safe and you were injured, you may be able to make a construction accident claim. We will work out who was responsible for you.
Can I claim if I was paid cash in hand?
Yes, this does not automatically stop you. A duty of care is owed to you regardless of how you were paid. The way you were paid can affect how lost earnings are worked out, so it helps to bring any records you have, but it does not prevent a claim. We can talk this through with you.
Will I be blacklisted for making a claim?
It is unlawful to treat you unfairly for making a genuine personal injury claim. In practice, most claims are dealt with by the insurer rather than the employer or contractor directly, so the day-to-day working relationship is often not involved. If you are worried about this, we can talk it through with you.
Can I still claim if I wasn't wearing a hard hat or PPE?
You may still be able to claim. If not wearing PPE made your injury worse, compensation can be reduced to reflect that, but it does not automatically prevent a claim, especially where the site itself was unsafe or the right equipment was not provided. We can explain how this might apply to you.
Who is responsible for a construction site accident?
It depends on the site. Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, the main contractor, your employer, and other duty holders each have responsibilities for safety. It may be one of them, or more than one. You are usually claiming against an organisation and its insurer, and we will identify the right party for you.
How long do I have to make an office accident claim?
In most cases you have three years from the date of the accident. For injuries that build up over time, such as repetitive strain, the three years usually run from when you first knew the injury was linked to your work. It is best to check your position rather than assume you are out of time.
Check if you can make an office claim
We handle construction accident claims from start to finish. Tell us what happened and we will review your details and get back to you, explaining your options in plain English with no obligation to go ahead.
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