Accident at Work : Personal Injury - Uppal Taylor Solicitors

If you wish to speak with one of our specialist solicitors, in the strictest confidence, then please call 0870 055 2260 - alternately please complete our online enquiry form.

If you have suffered an accident at work which you believe was caused or contributed to by the negligence of your employer, could have been avoided or resulted from a breach of health and safety legislation then you may be able to bring a claim for compensation.

As an employee you have the right to work in an environment which is safe and not detrimental to your health. Issues may arise regarding training, your working environment, safety equipment provided or how an employer has acted in respect of your safety.

The law in this area is complex and is contained within many regulations and statutory laws.

Contributory Negligence

You may still be able to bring a claim even if you consider yourself to be partly responsible for the accident. Your compensation will, however, be reduced by the percentage you are viewed to be responsible. It may be, however, that no fault rests upon you even if you believe it does. You should therefore speak with one of our specialist solicitors so we can advise you further.

Commonly Asked Questions and Answers

1. I am concerned that if I bring a claim against my employer I will be either treated unfairly in the workplace or lose my job.
You should raise this concern with us as soon as possible. It goes without saying that your employer should not treat you any differently because you have brought proceedings against them. We will advise you in respect of your options and let you make the decision.

2. As a result of my injuries I have been off-work and unable to earn. I am worried about money.
We are able to offer you advice and assistance in respect of welfare benefits. You should raise this issue with us at the initial interview.

If you wish to speak with one of our specialist solicitors, in the strictest confidence, then please call 0870 055 2260 - alternately please complete our online enquiry form.

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