Workplace Accident Claim Solicitors

What is a workplace accident claim?

A workplace accident claim is a personal injury claim brought when you are injured at work because your employer failed to take reasonable care for your safety. Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and a range of regulations covering manual handling, work equipment and PPE, employers must take reasonable steps to protect their staff. When they fall short and you are hurt as a result, you may be entitled to compensation.

Common workplace accidents we help with include:

• Slips, trips and falls caused by wet floors, trailing cables or poor housekeeping
• Manual handling injuries from lifting, carrying or repetitive tasks
• Injuries involving unguarded or poorly maintained machinery
• Accidents caused by missing or defective personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Falls from height, including ladders and scaffolding
• Being struck by falling objects or moving vehicles such as forklifts

How we help

We investigate how your accident happened and whether your employer breached its duty of care. To succeed, we need to show that your employer was negligent and that this negligence caused your injury. We gather the evidence that proves both, including the entry in the accident book, risk assessments, training and maintenance records, witness accounts, and any report made under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) or investigated by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

We also arrange independent medical evidence so the full extent of your injuries and recovery is properly documented, and we handle all correspondence with your employer’s insurer so you can focus on getting better.

What your compensation can cover

A successful claim can cover both the injury itself and its financial impact, including:

• Pain, suffering and loss of amenity (general damages)
• Loss of earnings, both past and future
• The cost of treatment, rehabilitation and care
• Travel expenses and other out-of-pocket costs
• Adaptations or equipment needed because of your injury

Time limits

In most workplace accident cases you have three years from the date of the accident to start court proceedings, under the Limitation Act 1980. Where an injury or illness develops over time, such as an industrial disease, the three years can run from the date you first knew it was linked to your work. Special rules apply to children, whose time limit runs from their 18th birthday, and to people who lack mental capacity. Because evidence is easier to secure early, we always recommend seeking advice as soon as possible.

Why choose MID Legal

Our personal injury team understands how stressful a workplace accident can be, especially when you are worried about your income and your relationship with your employer. We offer a free, no-obligation assessment, explain your options in plain English, and pursue eligible claims on a no win, no fee basis so there is no financial risk to you. We deal with the insurers, keep you updated at every stage, and fight for the full compensation you are entitled to. Contact our team today to find out where you stand.