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July 24, 2014

Delivery driver accident compensation advice

delivery driver claimsAs a delivery driver, there are a lot of ways you can end up injured in the line of duty. You’re out and about on the road much more which means there is a greater chance of being in a road accident; you’re probably going to be unloading or loading vehicles which can lead to manual handling injuries; and there could be injuries caused on a wagon itself.

So what are your rights if you are injured as a delivery driver? Can you make a claim for personal injury compensation?

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July 24, 2014

Have you used dangerous or defective equipment at work which your employer knew about?

defective equipment at workSometimes when you make a claim, winning or losing comes down to one simple thing – was your employer aware, or should they have been aware, of a danger or a hazard? Claims can only be successful where we can prove a breach of important health and safety legislation. Your employer has to have been negligent and has to have breached the duty of care they owe to you.

So what if your employer was, or should, have been aware of a dangerous or defective piece of equipment at work?

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July 23, 2014

Broken arm injury compensation claims

broken arm injury claimsA broken arm is always a real inconvenience. Aside from the pain and loss of amenity from the lack of being able to use an important limb, a broken arm will commonly affect your work and domestic lives a lot. This can lead to time off work and a lot of relying on the help of others around you.

So what can you claim for and what sort of payouts are expected for a broken arm injury compensation claim?

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July 23, 2014

Can I claim if I was injured while driving a company car?

company car accident claimsMany people worry about things that they really ought not to when it comes to making a claim for personal injury compensation. It can’t be helped though – if you have no experience or knowledge about how things work, you can’t be expected to simply know all that you need to know!

That’s why we are here – as a firm of specialist injury lawyers, we can advise you and represent you for your claim for personal injury compensation.

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July 23, 2014

Shelf collapsed causing injury in supermarket or shop – Can I claim?

supermarket injury claimsWhilst it is an unusual scenario, we have run claims with these exact circumstances. Shelving, when poorly maintained or badly constructed staff, can be a real hazard if it were to collapse whilst you’re nearby. Not only are you likely to be hit by the shelf, but any stock on there could land on you as well and cause some nasty injuries.

So if this has happened to you, read on for information about whether you can claim and what you need to do.

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July 22, 2014

Do all solicitors now charge a 25% fee?

The reforms from 2013 have resulted in law firms being unable to recover all of our fees from the opponent. In addition, the government slashed the amount of fees we can recover to a fraction of what they used to be.

It’s all out of our hands – this is down to the government caving to pressure from the vastly wealthy and influential insurance industry. Most lawyers now take 25% from your compensation: but does this mean everyone has to?
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July 22, 2014

Can I claim compensation for lost earnings if I’m self employed?

can claim compensation if self employedAs well as being able to claim compensation for the pain, suffering, and inconvenience caused, you can claim for losses and expenses too. They are often referred to as Special Damages, and they can include things like lost earnings, treatment costs, care costs, travel expenses, and all sorts.

Being able to recover these losses is all down to evidence though – so how does it affect you if you are self employed?

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July 22, 2014

Is it worth making a claim for personal injury compensation?

is it worth making a claim?Many people injured in an accident through no fault of their own wonder whether it is worth their time and effort in making a claim for personal injury compensation. Some will seek compensation from the opponent directly to avoid what they perceive as the ‘hassle’ of going through the proper process.

So let me try and answer this important question for you by looking at some of the pertinent issues to address when considering whether it is worth starting a case.

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July 18, 2014

Exploding Pavements in London

london pavements explodingLondoners are living in fear after reports of exploding pavements causing serious injuries are on the rise. In the latest report from the Daily Mail, a victim of an exploding pavement has spoken out and warned that ‘deaths will follow’ after he was thrown in to the air and left hospitalised with serious injuries.

This isn’t the first time this happened and nor is this the first time a victim has been badly hurt.

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July 18, 2014

Who is at fault for a roundabout accident?

roundabouts are crash hotspotsTo be honest, it really does depend on the nature of the accident. Road accidents are common on roundabouts because they are crash hot spots. With so many vehicles approaching from so many directions, crossing lanes, and stopping and starting, it’s no surprise they are a common cause of accidents.

So who is at fault for a roundabout accident claim?

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