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Accident at Work Compensation Claims

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Our team is experienced in handling all types of Accident at Work compensation claims, including:

  • Construction accidents
  • Factory and Warehouse accidents
  • Industrial accidents
  • Office place accidents
  • Workplace accidents
  • Accidents involving dangerous machinery or equipment
  • Manual Handling accidents
  • Slips, Trips, and Falls at work
  • Inadequate protective equipment
  • Falls from height

What should I do if I have an Accident at Work?

If you have an Accident at Work, you must:

Record the accident: Ensure it is documented in your Employer’s Accident at Work book. This will provide a record of what happened and the injuries you sustained, which will help your compensation claim.

Notify the HSE: Make sure your Employer informs the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) about your accident.

Take photographs: Capture images of the location of your accident and the cause of the incident.

Seek medical attention: Visit your GP or hospital to treat your injuries. It is important to have a medical record of the injuries you sustained.

Record witness details: Collect the names and contact information of any witnesses to your accident.

Is my Employer responsible?

Your Employer has a duty of care towards its employees and must take all necessary steps to prevent accidents at work. This includes regular Health and Safety reviews. Despite these precautions, accidents can still happen.

Whether you work on a construction site, in an office, in a warehouse, or as a delivery driver, it is your Employer’s responsibility to assess risks, provide necessary safety equipment, and regularly check the safety of machinery or equipment. You should also receive the necessary training to do your job safely.

Why should I make an Accident at Work Compensation Claim?

If you have suffered from an Accident at Work that wasn’t your fault, you are entitled to make a compensation claim without affecting your employment rights. In addition to personal injury compensation, Vincents Solicitors can assist in recovering associated losses, including loss of earnings and medical expenses.

Severe injuries may prevent employees from returning to their previous roles. Our specialist Solicitors have extensive experience in dealing with complex cases.

How much compensation will I receive?

The amount of compensation depends on the type of injury you have suffered and its impact on your life. Our specialist Solicitors will discuss this with you in detail.

How can I make an Accident at Work Compensation Claim?

Deciding to make an Accident at Work compensation claim can be difficult. You may worry about repercussions regarding your employment, but it is against the law for an employer to terminate your employment because of an accident claim.

Your employment rights are protected by law, and you shouldn’t be discouraged from making a claim. Most employers have Employer Liability insurance to cover the cost of your compensation claim. Highlighting your accident may also prevent similar incidents from happening to your colleagues, making your workplace safer.

Why Use Vincents Personal Injury Team?

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When pursuing a personal injury claim, seeking specialist advice is crucial. Vincents Solicitors Personal Injury team has over 20 years of experience in dealing with accident at work claims. We handle your claim with compassion and understanding.

Our goal is to answer the numerous questions you may have and hold those responsible for your care accountable. We collaborate with some of the country’s leading medical experts and barristers to investigate your potential accident at work claim. Additionally, we work with support and rehabilitation providers to assist you in your recovery.

We aim to recover damages for your pain and suffering, as well as losses such as:

  • Travel expenses
  • Specialist or private treatment costs
  • Loss of wages
  • Nursing care costs
  • Specialist accommodation
  • Specialist equipment
  • Vehicle adaptations
  • Prosthetic costs

FAQs

What will it cost me? We will always discuss funding options with you before starting your case. In many instances, we operate on a “No Win, No Fee” basis to remove the financial risks of bringing a claim.

Will I need to go to court? Many claims are resolved without going to court. We investigate your potential claim and strive to negotiate with the defendants before any court action becomes necessary. If court attendance is required, it will likely be at least two years after your claim begins, if at all.

Other services provided by Vincents Solicitors

  • Wills
  • Court of Protection
  • Inheritance Planning
  • Powers of Attorney

Contact us today on 01772 555176 or enquire online here. Clear Advice Feels Better so for comprehensive support with your Accident at Work claim, trust Vincents Solicitors.

Meet our team of experts

Medical Negligence and Personal Injury

Olivia Robinson

Call today 01772 280323 Email oliviarobinson@vslaw.co.uk

Olivia is a Director and Head of the Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence departments. She has over 20 years of experience dealing with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims.

Read Olivia’s full bio here.

Personal Injury

Shelley Murphy

Call today 01772 280322 Email shelleymurphy@vslaw.co.uk

Shelley Murphy is a Chartered Legal Executive working in our Personal Injury department in Preston. Shelley specialises in Road Traffic Accident Claims and has worked in the Personal Injury industry for over 20 years.

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Personal Injury

Tracy Stanbridge

Call today 01772 280335 Email tracystanbridge@vslaw.co.uk

Tracey Stanbridge is a Senior Litigation specialist at Vincents Solicitors. Her caseload involves Accidents at Work, slips, trips and falls.

Read Tracy’s full biography here.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes you can pursue a claim for any loss of earnings you have suffered so long as you are able to prove that it was necessary for you to be absent from work and you are able to support by way of evidence such as payslips how much money you have lost. Vincents Solicitors will be able to advise you about this as part of the claims process.
It is illegal for your employer to sack you for pursuing a claim against them.  If your Employer dismisses you from your employment as a result of pursuing a claim against them then you may also have an Employment Law claim for Unfair Dismissal.  We are able to put you in contact with an Employment Solicitor to provide advice to you should this eventuality occur.
In order for you to prove how you were injured as a result of an accident or in clinical negligence cases what illness or symptoms you have suffered then you will need to attend for a medical examination with an independent medical expert. In the more complex cases you may be required to attend more than one examination. After an examination, the independent medical expert will then provide a report setting out how you have been injured or what illness you are suffering and how long it will take for you to make a recovery.
The majority of personal injury and clinical negligence claims are settled without the need to go to Court however if we believe that it is isn’t going to be possible to settle your claim then we will advise you about going to Court. Going to Court to give evidence can be a daunting experience but Vincents Solicitors will support you throughout. Quite often claims will still settle during the Court process but without having to attend a final Hearing in front of a Judge.
How much compensation you receive in the event of a successful claim depends upon the severity of the injures or illness you have suffered and the wider impact this has had on your day to day life. You are entitled to claim two different types of compensation. General Damages are paid to you for the pain, suffering and loss of amenity suffered i.e for the injuries you have sustained. Special Damages are the losses you have incurred as a result of the accident or incident such as loss of earnings, medical treatment costs, travel expenses etc.
The length of time that a personal injury claim will take to conclude is different for each particular claim depending on the circumstances of the accident, how long investigations take and whether it is possible to reach an amicable settlement with the party at fault. If Vincents Solicitors aren’t able to successfully negotiate your claim with the opposing party then we will advise you about bringing Court proceedings which will add to the overall amount of time take to conclude your claim. However you can be assured that Vincents Solicitors will progress your claim as efficiently as possible.
If you have a claim for personal injury then Vincents Solicitors will deal with your claim on a No Win No Fee Agreement. 
Personal Injury claims are largely pursued against the insurer of drivers, businesses, shops and other premises. In Clinical Negligence claims the claim will be brought against either an individual healthcare professional such as a Hospital Consultant, Surgeon, General Practitioner, Dentist or against a private clinic or NHS Hospital. Vincents Solicitors will investigate who is responsible for your claim and will negotiate both liability and settlement of your claim with the relevant party.
A personal injury claim should be brought within 3 years of the date of the accident.  In clinical negligence claims the time limit is 3 years from either the event that caused your injuries or illness or alternatively 3 years that you became aware that an event had caused you harm (date of knowledge). If a claim is being made on behalf of someone who has died then the 3 year time limit will apply from the date of death. If a claim is being made on behalf of a child then the 3 year time limit will run from their 18th birthday. If a Claimant lacks mental capacity then the three year time limit will not apply.
If you have been involved in an accident or suffered injuries or illness as a result of negligent medical treatment then you should get in touch with Vincents Solicitors so we can advise you about pursuing a Personal Injury or Clinical Negligence claim. We will discuss the circumstances of the accident or incident with you and will advise you whether we think you have a claim to pursue. We will then write to the party at fault and will negotiate liability on your behalf. In order for a claim to be successful you will need to obtain evidence in particular medical evidence of the injuries or illness suffered, evidence of how it happened by way of photographs, CCTV footage, or accident reports and any independent witness evidence. We will assist you in obtaining all of the necessary evidence required to allow you to successfully pursue your claim. We will obtain witness evidence if required and medical evidence from our independent medical experts. If the medical experts recommend a course of treatment to you we may be able to assist in arranging this or secure an interim payment from the other party so you can pay for the recommended treatment. Once all of the evidence in support of your claim has been gathered, we will negotiate settlement of the claim on your behalf.
You need to speak to a firm who has experts in dealing with whatever particular problem that you have whether that be Divorce, Writing your will, Conveyancing or something more specialist like Medical Negligence Misdiagnosis Claims or Trade Marks and Patents. At Vincents we have specialists across 7 locations who are approachable, knowledgeable and speak in plain english. Try and call us today and find out if we are the right fit for you.

Personal Injury Client Testimonials

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Personal Injury Client Testimonial

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Good morning Tracy,

I would like to say a massive thank you to you for all your support and communication throughout the process.  I wouldn’t hesitate to contact you again if I ever need any further assistance and certainly would recommend the firm.

I chose Vincents Solicitors because of the locality and the nice things that you do for the community and charity.

Again thank you so much.

Yours Sincerely

Martin Blockley, Personal Injury Personal Injury Preston
Personal Injury Clients

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I’m writing to thank you and your entire law firm for all of your hard work throughout my case.

Throughout the time we worked together, everyone at your law firm was kind, patient, and supportive. My hectic university schedule  made it difficult for me to respond quickly, so your team was sure to email me every time there was a new development.

I cannot thank you enough for the amazing treatment you gave me. I hope that our paths should never have to cross again (no more broken bones for me!), but if they do, I’m confident your hard work and determination will make my case a breeze.

Abhishek Shinde, Personal Injury Personal Injury Preston

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