Employers are under a legal obligation to prevent any type of accident at the workplace, they can do this by either giving the right training, ensuring all equipment provided is safe and making sure the workplace around is a safe area.

In a recent case, an employee was left with facial fractures and a damaged eye after working with a hydrochloric pump. He had to lower a ramp using a 24 inch spanner. The ramp motor kicked back, while the spanner flew off the nut and struck him in the face.

Initially the insurers were reluctant to show any support for the injured employee and a pre-action disclosure had to take place. The insurers then made a pre-medical offer of £65,000.

This sum obviously interested the client and put him at risk with regards to the damages he would receive and put the firm at risk with regards to the costs.

Medical evidence was obtained and after revaluing the claim, our client received £80,000, with the client responded to this by saying, “ Thank you so much for your honest approach in telling me how it is and not sugar coating anything."

This client came out of his accident feeling compensated and satisfied. If you've had an accident at work and you feel it was someone else's fault, then contact us today. We will treat your case with the utmost empathy and respect no matter the severity of your injury.

We have a team dedicated to working with people who have had injuries at work.

If you have sustained an injury during an accident at work don't hesitate to call us on 0151 601 4317, request a callback at your convenience or message us your enquiry.