Training and supervision – a lack of it leads to accidents!

We take on and win a lot of claims for work accident compensation when the victim has been exposed to risk through a lack of training and supervision. A new employee to the business is normally at a far greater risk with their lack of knowledge of the workplace and systems, and it takes a higher duty of care on the part of the employer to ensure they are looked after.

So if you have been injured as a trainee due to a lack of training or due to inadequate supervision, read on for advice below.
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Machinery injuries at work

Your employer must abide by an important set of health and safety rules under legislation known as The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations. Machinery is work equipment and therefore falls within the scope of the rules here that are designed to protect employees from being injured by machinery in the workplace.

So, if you have suffered from a machinery injury at work, read on for some useful guidance and advice about the law and your rights when it comes to making a claim for personal injury compensation.
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Work overalls caught in machinery or equipment injury claims

Work equipment can be inherently dangerous. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations specifically address the issue of equipment having guards, rails, or other protective measures to prevent people getting caught in moving parts and ending up injured.

If you become the unfortunate victim of an accident where your overalls have been caught in moving parts then you have the right to make a claim for personal injury compensation.
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How long does a work place injury claim take?

With our easy way of helping accident victims, your work accident compensation claim doesn’t have to take long to set up and finish at all.

As a firm of real injury lawyers who have helped thousands of accident victims and who specialise in work accident claims, we can settle many claims in a matter of a few months. Read on for an insight in to how we work.
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Mr K settles over £2,000 for cut to head at work claim

When Mr K was hit on the head by shelves at work because they were unstable, we were happy to accept his case on a genuine no win, no fee basis. When working on the shelving area, top shelves collapsed and fell resulting in a collision with his head.

Concerns about the shelving stability had previously been raised but nothing had been done about it. We’re pleased to have obtained an award for him.
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Is it safe to sue my employer?

A lot of people are either nervous or entirely put off by the idea of putting in a claim against their employer. Many will make enquiries with law firms and back down when they get the paperwork because of the fear associated with claiming damages from the company or person that keeps you financially afloat!

It’s natural and entirely understandable to feel this way – but the aim of this blog is to change your mindset and make you realise that, really, you have nothing to fear at all!
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Stock trolley injury compensation claims

We take on a fair volume of cases for people who have been injured as a result of a stock trolley in the workplace. They can be dangerous – either because of defects, unsuitability, or where the workplace has resulted in the use of the stock trolley being a danger.

If you are injured as a result of using a stock trolley then you may be entitled to claim for personal injury compensation. Here’s some advice about the law and what you need to know.
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If I’ve been injured by a colleague, can I still claim?

The short answer is – yes, you may still be able to make a claim for personal injury compensation! A lot of people are often unaware or unsure whether they can make a claim if they have been the victim of a mistake from a colleague.

It’s understandable – if you are injured by a colleague, how can you blame your employer and win a claim against them?

I’ll tell you how – with the law!
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Forklift accidents at work claim advice

A forklift accident can be very serious which means that if you suffer an injury at work relating to a forklift truck that you believe wasn’t your fault, you could be entitled to compensation to help ease the physical and financial pain you may have suffered as a result.
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Working at Height Accident Claims Advice

Falling from height can cause very serious damage and can potentially cause fatal injuries. This is why there are specific laws and regulations set up for anyone who is ‘working at height‘ as it is understood how serious a fall from height can be.

At work, your employer has a responsibility for when you may need to work at height and you are exposed to a risk of being injured.
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