This article will explain what steps you need to take to make successful No Win No Fee accident at work claims. We will discuss when you may be eligible to claim and the compensation you could receive should your claim succeed.
Your employer owes you a duty of care in the workplace. If this is breached, it could cause you to sustain harm in an accident. You might be entitled to work accident compensation if you were injured due to your employer’s negligence.
We will discuss how evidence can help support your claim and prove that employer negligence led to you being injured.
Furthermore, we will discuss the option of hiring a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel to represent your claim.
Our advisors are available 24/7 to answer any questions you may have about your potential claim. To get in touch, you can:
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No Win No Fee accident at work claims guide
How Do I Make No Win No Fee Accident At Work Claims?
In order to make No Win No Fee accident at work claims, you must prove you were injured due to employer negligence. Negligence involves someone breaching the duty of care they owed you.
Employers owe a duty of care to their employees under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. This involves them taking reasonable steps to reduce or remove the risk of someone sustaining harm at work.
Each workplace poses different hazards that may cause you injury. For example, a forklift accident occurring in a factory. As such, the steps your employer should take may vary. However, generally, they should provide adequate training, necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and carry out regular maintenance checks on equipment and the workplace environment.
If your employer has breached their duty of care, please get in touch to find out whether you’re eligible to claim.
Work Accident Stats
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) display useful workplace accident statistics based on reports from employers made under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013. As per these reports, it was found there was 51,211 non-fatal injuries to employees in 2020/21.
Calculating Compensation For A Work Accident
When making a claim, you may wonder how compensation for a workplace accident is calculated. There are up to two heads of claim that may be included in your settlement:
- General damages compensate you for the physical and emotional pain and suffering you experienced due to your injuries. They also take into account the impact on your quality of life.
- Special damages reimburse you for any financial losses as a result of your injuries. This can include travel costs, medical bills, and loss of earnings.
It’s important to note that you cannot claim for special damages without also claiming for general damages.
We’ve provided a table below using the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), which outlines compensation brackets for different injuries. The JCG is used by legal professionals to help them value claims. We have included figures from this document in the table below.
| Injury | Compensation Bracket | Description of Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Very Severe Brain Injury (a) | £282,010 - £403,990 | The person will need full time care and several factors will influence the award given. |
| Moderately Severe Brain Injury (b) | £219,070 - £282,010 | The person will be very seriously disabled. |
| Severe Back Injury (a) (i) | £91,090 - £160,980 | Damage to spinal cord and nerve roots causing severe pain and disability. |
| Injuries Affecting Sight (a) | In the region of £403,990 | Complete blindness and deafness. |
| Deafness/Tinnitus (b) | £90,750 to £109,650 | Complete deafness. |
| Severe Knee Injury (a) (i) | £69,730 - £96,210 | A serious knee injury that has caused joint disruption. |
| Chest Injuries (c) | £31,310 to £54,830 | Chest and lung damage causing a continuing disability. |
| Foot Injuries (a) | £169,400 to £201,490 | Both feet are amputated. |
| Very Severe Ankle Injury (a) | £50,060 - £69,700 | Injuries are limited and unusual, such as transmalleolar fracture with extensive soft-tissue damage in the ankle. |
| Severe Shoulder Injuries (a) | £19,200 to £48,030 | Injuries associated with damage to the neck and brachial plexus. |
However, other factors are considered when valuing claims so the figures are not necessarily representative of what you will receive. Other factors might include:
- Severity of your injuries
- Type of injuries you sustained
- Future prognosis
- The treatment you required
Medical evidence provided in support of your claim can be used to help solicitors value your claim alongside the JCG.
Call us for a more accurate valuation of your claim.
Potential Causes Of A Work Accident
There are various ways an accident at work could occur. Also, there are many different types of accidents, such as office accidents, slips, trips and falls and construction accidents. Additionally, both minor and fatal accidents can occur.
Examples of accidents at work can include:
- Your employer may have failed to train you correctly on manual handling. As a result, you may have sustained a soft tissue injury to your back.
- An employer may have failed to complete regular maintenance repairs on machinery. As a result, an employee may have sustained a crush injury after a faulty emergency stop button failed to work.
- You may have tripped and fell at work after no wet floor sign was put down to make you aware of a spill.
If you need help identifying employer negligence, our advisors can offer you support. We’re available at any time that suits you to help with No Win No Fee accident at work claims.
What Evidence Could Support No Win No Fee Accident At Work Claims?
It’s recommended that you receive medical attention as soon as you can when you’ve been injured. This can ensure you receive the correct treatment and provide key evidence that will strengthen your claim. For instance, hospital records, prescriptions, and doctor’s notes can prove how severe your injuries are.
You can also gather other evidence to support your claim, such as:
- CCTV footage showing the accident happening
- Photographs of where the accident took place and of your injuries
- Details of witnesses
- A copy of the entry in the accident book log from your workplace
You may also be asked to attend an independent medical assessment to determine the severity of your injuries and help value your settlement correctly. A No Win No Fee accident at work claims solicitor can help you organise this in your local area.
Explaining A No Win No Fee Agreement
You may be interested in working with a solicitor who can represent your claim under a No Win No Fee arrangement. There are different types of these arrangements, such as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA) which the solicitors from our panel can offer.
This allows you to fund legal representation without paying any upfront fees to access your solicitor’s services. There are also no fees to pay for your solicitor’s services if your claim doesn’t succeed.
However, if you’re successful in receiving an accident at work settlement, you will pay a legally capped success fee from your compensation.
To discuss your potential claim, contact our team today. Our advisors can put you through to a solicitor if your claim is valid and has a chance of success.
Ask Us More About Accident At Work Claims
Our advisors are available to answer any of questions regarding your potential claim. They can also provide further clarification on whether your eligible to seek compensation. To get in touch, you can:
- Contact us using the number above
- Connect through our live chat
- Fill out the contact form
Further Information About No Win No Fee Accident At Work Claims
Below, we have provided some helpful resources.
- HSE- Employer’s Responsibilities
- GOV- Statutory Sick Pay
- NHS- First Aid
We hope this guide about No Win No Fee accident at work claims has helped answer some of your questions. If you have any other questions, call us on the number above.
Writer Jess Ainsdale
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