If you are searching ‘accident at work – how long to claim?’, it is safe to assume you have been injured in an accident at work and wish to claim compensation. Strict time limits apply to personal injury claims. If you miss the deadline, your claim will be statute-barred. Accordingly, understanding how long you have to make an accident at work claim, and acting before the deadline, is crucial.

At Bartlett’s, our leading personal injury solicitors have secured millions of pounds in compensation for clients injured in an accident at work. We offer exceptional legal advice and support at highly competitive rates, and we couple our technical expertise with a human touch.

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When Can You Claim Compensation For An Accident At Work?

To make a personal injury claim for an accident at work, your accident must have resulted from your employer’s negligence. To prove negligence, you must prove the following three points:

• Your Employer Owed You A Legal Duty Of Care.

Your employer is under a legal duty to keep you safe at work, so most accident at work claims fulfil this requirement. This duty extends to work-related social events.

• Your Employer Breached Their Duty Of Care.

If your employer did not take reasonable steps to keep you safe at work, they may have breached their legal duty of care. Examples of the types of situations which may constitute a breach of duty by your employer include if they failed to provide you with the appropriate protective clothing, did not keep the machinery you use in safe working order, or did not provide you with adequate health and safety training.

• Your Employer’s Breach Of Duty Caused You To Suffer Harm.

To satisfy this requirement, you’ll need to prove that your employer’s negligence directly caused your injuries or condition. Crucially, you may still be eligible for compensation if you contributed in some way to your accident, but your compensation will be reduced to reflect the extent of your fault.

What Kinds Of Accidents At Work Can You Claim For?

You can claim for any accident at work that resulted from your employer’s negligence. Examples of some common accidents at work that lead to compensation claims include the following:

• Slips, trips, and falls.
• Accidents caused by defective work equipment.
• Falls from heights.
• Falling objects.

How Long Do You Have To Make An Accident At Work Compensation Claim?

All personal injury claims, including those arising from accidents at work, are subject to strict time limits, known as ‘limitation periods’. The limitation period applicable to accident at works claims is three years from the date of your accident. If you did not become aware that your accident caused you to sustain an injury until some time later, the three-year limitation period will start running from your date of knowledge.

If you miss the limitation period, you cannot make your accident at work claim, regardless of its merit, and you will be unable to claim the compensation to which you are entitled. Accordingly, you should seek legal advice as soon as you are able after your accident, even if you are unsure of your legal position and the extent of your injuries. We offer a free, no-obligation initial consultation during which you can discuss your claim with us and get a feel for your options.

How Much Compensation Will You Receive For Your Accident At Work?

You will receive compensation for any financial losses, such as loss of earnings, travel expenses, and medical costs, as well as an amount to compensate you for your pain, suffering and loss of amenity.

The amount of compensation you will receive for your accident at work depends on a range of factors, including the nature of your injuries, their severity, how they affect your daily life, and your prognosis.

How Will Your Accident At Work Claim Be Funded?

We are committed to ensuring that everyone injured in an accident at work for which they were not to blame can claim the compensation they deserve. That’s why we act for most of our accident at work clients on a no win, no fee basis.

Under a no win, no fee agreement, you only pay us if you win your claim, either at trial or through a settlement. At that point, you pay us the amount detailed in your agreement with us, which cannot be more than 25% of your compensation. If your claim fails, you pay us nothing. Accordingly, the arrangement enables you to pursue your case without paying any upfront fees.

To speak to our accident at work experts please call us free of charge on  0800 988 3674 or Make A Free Online Enquiry.