Accidents at Work Claim
Our team at Claim Time Solicitors are dedicated to help you in receiving your compensation claim for any accidents at work
- We offer a free consultation and claim assessment, so speak to our accident at work solicitors today
- No win no fee policy
- Regulated by Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
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Life is unpredictable as accidents can happen anywhere and at any time. If you have suffered a physical injury, financial loss or emotional damage due to an accident at work, you have every right to file a claim. This is where our accident at work solicitors come into picture.
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We completely understand how overwhelming the legal process can be, especially when you have no experience in this field. If you’ve suffered an accident at work, we understand the challenges you’re facing.
Our personal injury solicitors have successfully managed numerous claims for accidents at work. We are fully prepared to assist you in obtaining the compensation you fairly deserve.
Injuries at work are reported annually in the UK, both fatal and non-fatal. Talking about the non-fatal injuries at work, according to the Labour Force survey over 5,61,000 employees have suffered some sort of injury at work. Over 1.8 million employees were suffering from some form of work-related illness.
Workplace accidents are more common than you would think. According to The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), 565,000 working people sustained an injury at work during 2021/2022 alone.
So, if you have incurred any sort of accidents at work, file your claim with us now.
Contact us and give us a chance to help navigate the legal complexities of the process.
Can you file a claim for any accidents at work?
Yes, you can, and you must. It is your right to file an injury at work claim if something wrong happens to you at work because of someone else’s negligence.
If you have suffered injury in any form due to lapse in health and safety protocols, you are fully qualified to file a workplace accident claim.
There could also be grounds for a claim if accidents at work aggravate an existing wound or health condition. Your employer is responsible for ensuring you work in a safe environment with all necessary safety protocols.
This entails:
- Providing ample training prior to using any equipment
- Ensuring appropriate personal protective gear
- Conducting proper risk assessments
- Regulating business operations adequately
- Creating safe working space
After an accident, how long can you file accidents at work claim?
The typical window of time within which you can file a claim for a workplace accident is three years from the date of injury.
But there are certain exceptions to it:
- Mental Capacity: There is no time restriction if one is incapable of making a claim (usually following a catastrophic brain injury).
- Accidents while working abroad: Claims for accidents that occurred abroad may have shorter time limits.
- Defective equipment: If your injury involves faulty equipment, the time limit may vary.
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No win no fee: Accidents at work claim policy
Our injury at work solicitors are very helpful in making sure that if you have suffered any loss, you get fair compensation. We follow a “no win no fee” policy which clearly means that if you don’t get any compensation, you are not obliged to pay us.
If the victim wins the case, most of their legal fees will be covered by the other party, with the rest deducted from your compensation award. Throughout the process, we’ll keep you fully informed at every step so you’re fully aware of the expected compensation amount.
Why choose us?
We provide expertise in helping deserving claimants navigate the legal process to secure fair compensation for their losses. Our solicitors have handled personal injury claims of all sorts for over 15 years now, such as slips, trips and falls, machinery accidents, exposure to toxic and dangerous material.
Our injury at work lawyers are well versed in the UK health and safety regulations.
We help gather relevant evidence, proof and documentation. Our services are completely personalised. We have a strong record of successfully securing compensation for accidents at work claim.
Our solicitors represent you and fight for a fair compensation that covers your medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, emotional distress and any other losses you have incurred in the process.
Contact us
To discuss your accident at work claim with us at no charge, please call 0800 970 2727. You can also reach us online. We respond to your queries as quickly as possible.
Accidents at Work Claim – Know more
Here are a few steps that one can take to assist the solicitor in assembling your case and serve you better and efficiently:
- Communicate to your employer immediately and file an accurate accident report.
- Notify your health and safety representative about the incident.
- Document the incident as soon as possible keeping in mind all the intricate details, so it can be beneficial for you and your personal injury solicitors.
- Try and gather as many witnesses as you can, the more the better. Your solicitors might need to contact them.
- Request that your Health and Safety representative preserve the accident scene, if viable. Also, ask for photographs of the scene. If a camera isn’t available at hand, you can ask for a sketch.
Sooner the solicitors are involved, sooner the investigation can start, so that you can get your rightful compensation as early as possible.
For a consultation regarding your claim, please call us at 0800 970 2727 or reach out to us online.
At the outset of your accident at work claim case, we’ll discuss funding options with you and recommend the most suitable approach.
If a no win no fee agreement is deemed appropriate for your situation, we’ll provide clear explanation of the process. This typically involves arranging an insurance policy to safeguard your interests, at no upfront cost to you.
You only must pay if you win the case and get the compensation you deserve. Payment is due only upon the success of your claim. Your company covers most of our fees.
For a detailed understanding of this, please visit our no win no fee page.
In most accident at work claims, the employer is held accountable for paying you the compensation for your loss as the accident at work happened due to their lack of supervision and negligence.
In most cases employees do have insurance policies to cover such casualties. That being so, we generally pursue claims against your employer’s insurer.
Client Story
Our client, a 45-year-old worker had been working in a company for over two decades. One fine day destiny decided to play a trick on him while working on a construction site, he fell from a damaged scaffold which led to serious injuries on his back and legs. Due to this unfortunate accident at work, his wounds demanded him to take rest.
It was a difficult time for our client, who struggled physically and mentally, dealing with a lot of stress. He suffered severe anxiety due to piling up of bills and depleting monetary resources.
A friend seeing his condition recommended Claim Time Solicitors. So, he decided to reach out to us for help. After providing a free consultation to evaluate the situation, our client provided our accident at work solicitors with insights into the case.
We conducted a thorough investigation and got all the information needed to assist him for the case.
Our personal injury solicitors clearly explained the legal process to the client, ensuring he completely understood each step and felt at ease. Initially our client’s employer denied the charges against him and the company and argued that our client himself was responsible for his accident.
According to the employer it was our client’s carelessness and negligence which led to a mishap but with the help and assistance of Claim Time Solicitors our client received the compensation he deserved by proving that the accident happened to the employer’s lack of health and safety protocols.
The client expressed his feeling: “Thanks to the financial support I received from Claim Time Solicitors, I was able to clear all my dues and debts and receive a proper treatment.”
After receiving the compensation, gradually our client started to come back on track and happily moved forward with his life with hope.
His story is a testament to the dedication and expertise of Claim Time Solicitors and their commitment towards relentless pursuit of justice for their clients. The journey highlights how crucial it is to have our accident at work solicitors onboard who can fight for your rights and get you the compensation you truly deserve.
FAQs
Our injury at work solicitors can give you a rough estimate of how much you can possibly receive but the exact amount will depend upon the rigorous evaluation of your injury by medical experts.
Key factors that are most likely to affect how much compensation you will receive after claiming for an accident at work are as follows
- How critical was the incident?
- How and in what capacity has the injury affected you?
- How many financial losses did you incur due to the accident at work?
- Are any post recovery procedures needed such as therapy and counselling care services?
The process for making an accident at work claim generally consists of the below mentioned steps:
Step 1: Free first consultation
We start the process by having a free meeting or call with you and confer about the intricate details of your case.
Steo 2: Ascertain accountability
This step involves an in-depth investigation of the accident that occurred at work. We may seek information and have an expert opinion by our safety specialists on how the management could have avoided the accident by taking various safety protocols.
Step 3: Comprehending your need
Our medical team will assess the impact the injury had on your life in depth. The analysis is helpful to get a fair idea of how much compensation you can claim.
Step 4: Assistance
Our injury at work solicitors assist you in claiming any benefits that are entitled to you because of the accident.
Step 5: Compensation settlement
Mostly an accident at work claim is settled out of court through sheer negotiation. Though, in some cases, if the employer refuses to pay the desired compensation amount, court proceedings are initiated. Throughout this process we facilitate you fully to ensure that justice is served to you.
Filing for a claim after accident at work is your legal right and you don’t need to worry if it will impact your job in the future.
It is completely illegal for an employer to dismiss a worker for filing an accident at work claim. If you feel you have been treated unfairly following the work injury claim, you can seek advice from ACAS (the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service) or consult with our accident at work solicitor.
Employees can be eligible for a few benefits and it’s their legal rights to ask for those benefits. They may be eligible for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) or Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB).
Challenges faced by claimants?
Our professional team of solicitors will help you overcome the challenges you face in claiming compensation.
Making workplace accidents compensation claim could be a gruelling task. It demands a lot of patience and is time consuming.
Some key challenges faced by claimants are:
Lack of proper tangible evidence
Denial from employer’s side
Authentic medical evidence, complex medical assessments
Time limit as the claimant can only make a compensation claim within 3 years of the accident
Exhausting long legal procedures
Mental and physical stress
How we can help
The consequences of accidents at work can be drastic. You could be dealing with multiple parties at once. There is an essential need for guidance in such situations so that you can get what you deserve. Claim Solicitors specialises in accident at work claims. Get in touch today and get a free consultation now.
By providing expert guidance
Our team of solicitors make sure you are fully aware of your rights and are well informed at every step... of the legal process. We at Claim Time Solicitors deal with all the critical paperwork on your behalf, meeting all the deadlines and assisting you throughout with a positive approach.
In depth investigation
We conduct a complete examination of the case and dig deep into the case to get the insights... of it and understand the circumstances that led to the accident at work. Our aim is to hold the responsible party accountable for the mishap and create a strong, compelling case on your behalf.
Negotiation and settlement
Our qualified negotiators will play a major role in the settlement process. Our injury at work solici...tors will engage with the insurance company of the employer and make sure you receive your rightful compensation which would cover all your monetary loses that you have incurred.
Client-centered approach
Our priority is our client's well-being, and we work seamlessly to attain success and get you the... justice you deserve. We acknowledge the mental, physical and financial stress our clients go through during the complex legal process. We are here to provide you with assistance and help you claim maximum compensation. Our team of solicitors try their best to contribute to the success of your case in the best possible manner.
