An accident at work lawyer specialises in representing clients who have been injured in an accident at work for which their employer was responsible. Personal injury law and practice is complex and full of traps for the unwary, so working with an accident at work lawyer with the relevant expertise and experience is essential in giving your claim the best chance of success.
At Bartlett’s, our accident at work lawyers have decades of experience in the field. We routinely negotiate excellent settlements for our clients, securing them the compensation they need and deserve.
To speak to our accident at work experts please call us free of charge on 0800 988 3674 or Make A Free Online Enquiry.
What Types Of Claims Does An Accident At Work Lawyer Specialise In?
An accident at work lawyer specialises in claims brought by employees for accidents that occurred during the course of their employment. This covers accidents that were work-related but happened away from the employer’s premises, such as at the work Christmas party.
Your employer is under a legal duty to take reasonable steps to keep their employees safe. Examples of the types of steps an employer should take to fulfil this duty include the following:
• Providing Their Employees With Safe Plant, Equipment, And Materials.
Your employer has a legal duty to provide safe plant, equipment, and materials for their employees to use. This covers everything from basic office furniture to complex equipment, such as forklifts and cranes.
• Implementing Safe Working Practices.
Your employer must implement safe working practices within their organisation. This duty covers a wide range of measures, including offering regular health and safety training tailored to your role, and putting up safety notices where necessary.
• Providing Their Employees With A Safe Place To Work.
Your employer must ensure the premises on which you work are safe. This involves providing adequate ventilation, sufficient lighting, and suitable flooring. They must also take reasonable precautions against hazards such as falling objects.
If your employer breaches their legal duty to keep you safe at work and you suffer harm as a result, you may be entitled to personal injury compensation. Your compensation will include an amount to cover any financial losses brought about by your accident, such as loss of earnings and medical expenses, as well as an amount to compensate you for your pain, suffering, and loss of amenity. You are entitled to compensation for both physical and psychological injuries.
Compensation amounts vary from case to case to reflect unique factors like the nature and extent of the injuries and their effects on the sufferer’s day to day life.
Examples of some common types of accidents at work include the following:
- Trips on loose cables.
- Crushing injuries caused by faulty equipment.
- Falls from height.
- Slips on wet floors.
What Does An Accident At Work Lawyer Do?
Throughout your case, your accident at work lawyer will undertake a wide variety of tasks, including the following:
- Advising you on the merits of your case.
- Arranging for early rehabilitation to speed up your recovery and improve your prognosis.
- Collating evidence in support of your claim.
- Arranging for you to undergo a medical assessment to determine the nature and extent of your injuries.
- Calculating the amount of compensation you are entitled to.
- Negotiating a settlement of your claim with the other side.
- Preparing your case for court in the unlikely event it proceeds to trial.
How Much Does An Accident At Work Lawyer Cost?
Our accident at work lawyers usually act for our clients on a no win, no fee basis. A no win, no fee arrangement enables you to pursue your claim without paying any upfront costs. If you win your case, you pay us the amount detailed in your no win, fee agreement, which will not be more than 25% of your compensation. If you lose your case, you pay us nothing.
How Can You Contact An Accident At Work Lawyer?
Our accident at work lawyers offer a no-obligation initial consultation free of charge. During your consultation, a specialist accident at work lawyer will assess the merits of your claim and advise you on its chances of success. They will answer any queries you have, explain your options, and help you decide how you wish to proceed.
Your dedicated accident at work lawyer will be by your side from the start of your matter until its conclusion, offering straightforward legal advice and personal support at every stage. Rest assured, our client’s interests are always at the heart of everything we do, and we will go the extra mile to secure the very best outcome for you.
To speak to our accident at work experts please call us free of charge on 0800 988 3674 or Make A Free Online Enquiry.
