Accidents at Work and Compensation
Accidents at Work and the Accident at Work Claims Process
Despite the numerous protections offered by health and safety legislation, workplace accidents are, sadly, still commonplace in the UK. Reports regularly reveal the terrible personal injuries that occur in occupational settings, and in the worst cases, some incidents even end in fatality.
Ill health caused by workplace conditions is also a significant issue, with asbestos-related diseases being among the most debilitating and life-threatening. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident at work, or suffered ill health due to workplace conditions, you could be entitled to compensation.
Your Right to Compensation
If an accident or workplace conditions were caused by the negligence, recklessness, or unreasonable conduct of another person, it is your right to seek compensation and justice. Doing so may also help to prevent similar accidents from happening to someone else in the future. The accident at work claims process allows you to address the harm you've suffered and secure justice.
Thompsons Solicitors in Scotland is the leading personal injury firm north of the border. We are here to help you if you’ve suffered due to someone else’s negligence. Our lawyers provide free work accident claims advice on a No Win No Fee basis, and we're committed to making the accident at work claims process as simple and hassle-free as possible.
Types of Workplace Accidents
Many people think of workplace accidents as falls from height, vehicle accidents, or equipment-related incidents. However, accidents caused by hazardous substances, such as burns, or manual handling accidents like lifting and carrying large or awkward loads, are also responsible for serious workplace injuries.
Additionally, injuries caused by falling objects or accidents resulting from a lack of training are common. No matter the type of workplace accident, Thompsons Scotland can guide you through the accident at work claims process.
Types of Workplace Injuries
Whether you’ve suffered a catastrophic head injury from a fall, an electrical injury on a construction site, or a crush injury in a bottling plant, our expert solicitors can assist you with your accident at work claims process. We are dedicated to ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve for your workplace injuries.
Workplace Illnesses
Workplace conditions can also result in serious illnesses. For example, asbestos-related diseases are among the most severe and life-threatening. If you've suffered an illness due to hazardous workplace conditions, you may also be eligible for compensation through the accident at work claims process.
Who is Liable for Workplace Injuries?
You may be able to claim compensation for an accident at work if your injuries were caused by:
- The actions of a colleague
- The actions of your employer
- The actions of a contractor
- Hazardous conditions in your workplace
- Faulty safety equipment
- Lack of training
- Failure of your employer to carry out a risk assessment for a task
No matter the cause, our solicitors are here to help you navigate the accident at work claims process and hold the responsible parties accountable.
Complications in the Accident at Work Claims Process
While making a claim is your right, certain factors can complicate the accident at work claims process. For example, being self-employed or claiming on behalf of someone else can add layers of complexity. Our expert team at Thompsons can guide you through these challenges and help make your case successful.
The Claims Process
The accident at work claims process can seem daunting, but Thompsons' personal injury solicitors are here to help. We are experts in our field and only ever work for claimants, never defending big businesses or insurers. Our focus is on upholding workers' rights and ensuring our clients receive the maximum compensation possible.
Whenever possible, we will seek interim payments to help you and your family move forward while you recover. Thompsons Solicitors aims to make the accident at work claims process as simple and stress-free as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Accident at Work Claims Process
Here are some common questions about making a claim for compensation following a workplace accident:
- Should you accept an offer from your insurance company?
- What should you do first in the accident at work claims process?
- What happens when you make a claim?
- What if you're claiming on behalf of someone else?
- How long will the process take?
- How much will it cost?
- How much compensation will you receive?
- What will your lawyer need to know?
We are here to answer all your questions and guide you every step of the way through the accident at work claims process.
Accidents in the Workplace in Scotland
Whether your workplace accident occurred in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, the Highlands, or anywhere else in Scotland, Thompsons Solicitors is ready to help you. We only represent claimants and never work for insurers or big businesses. With a success rate of over 90% in court cases, we are committed to ensuring you receive the justice you deserve.
Ready to Start Your Accident at Work Claims Process?
If you’ve been injured in a workplace accident or suffered illness due to unsafe working conditions, don’t wait to seek the compensation you deserve. Our expert team at Thompsons Solicitors is here to guide you through the accident at work claims process, ensuring you get the justice and financial support you need.
Contact us today for free, no-obligation advice and let us help you start your accident at work claims process now. Call us or fill out our online form to get started.
Health and safety legislation is in place to protect you and your colleagues while you are at work. Many personal injury accidents which happen in the workplace are foreseeable and therefore avoidable.
In this section we tell you more about your employer’s duties, the significance of risk assessments and how legislation affects people who visit a workplace. Click here for more information about your rights.
Many people think of workplace accidents as falls from height, vehicle accidents or equipment related incidents; however, hazardous substances which cause burns, and manual handling accidents such as lifting and carrying of large or awkward loads are also accountable annually for serious workplace injuries.
And, if you’ve been injured by a falling object or as a result of lack of training, you could also make a claim for compensation.
The expert solicitors at Thompsons Scotland can help you make a claim for compensation if you have suffered a workplace injury. Whether a catastrophic head injury suffered in a fall from height, an electrical injury which occurred on a construction site, or a crush injury which happened in a bottling plant, we can help.
Click here to find out more about the range of injuries which can befall workers and how we can help you seek justice.
Typically, there are some industries generally considered to be more dangerous than others, such as construction and the agriculture sector, but if you work in a hairdressers’ salon, for instance, you are likely to come into contact with certain hazardous substances which carry the risk of causing contact dermatitis.
Or, perhaps you work in the logistics industry as an HGV driver and you suffer from chronic back pain. Wherever you work, whatever your role, there are likely to be controllable risks. If these risks are not managed and you suffer a personal injury, the expert solicitors at Thompsons in Scotland are here to help.
Making a claim following an accident at work can feel daunting, and yes, sometimes the process is complex. But the personal injury solicitors at Thompsons Scotland are experts in their field and only ever work for claimants. We are dedicated to upholding worker rights and to ensuring that our clients receive the maximum amount of compensation possible.
Whenever appropriate we will seek to claim interim sums to allow you and your family to move on with your lives swiftly and get the help you require for recovery and any rehabilitation needs.
Whether you have suffered a workplace accident in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Aberdeen; in the Highlands, the Borders or the Trossachs; wherever you may have suffered a work accident in Scotland the personal injury lawyers at Thompsons can help.
Thompsons solicitors are leaders in our field and we only represent claimants - we never work for insurers or in defending big businesses. We believe in ensuring you, the claimant, receive the justice you deserve and we are very good at it - winning over 90% of our court cases.
Thompsons work accident solicitors in Scotland are here to answer your questions about making a claim for compensation. Find out who will pay, what happens if your employer has gone out of business and lots more on our FAQs page.
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