According to health and safety executive (hse)
1.4 million working people suffering from a work-related illness
2,595 mesothelioma deaths due to past asbestos exposures (2016)
144 workers killed at work
555,000 injuries occurred at work according to the Labour Force Survey
71,062 injuries to employees reported under RIDDOR
30.7 million working days lost due to work-related illness and workplace injury
£15 billion estimated cost of injuries and ill health from current working conditions (2016/17)
Each year countless accidents take place at work. These can be in a factory, working on a construction site, office, or at school or college. Many suffer horrific injuries that can affect their lives and working abilities.
Accidents at work may take place for several reasons, more than often this is due to the carelessness of employers regarding health and safety at work.
Injuries often happen when staff or managers fail to follow health and safety rules and carrying out risk assessments, or even when safety laws are bypassed.
If you or your loved one has suffered an accident at work in the last three years then you are entitled to make a claim.
Accidents at work can be a very worrying and anxious time. You may need to take time off work or leave work altogether. Loss of earning may leave you unable to support your family. We can help you claim for loss of earnings, medical assessments and treatments, rehabilitation and any modifications required around the home or your vehicle.
You don’t have to feel guilty when making a claim against your employer as they have insurance provisions for these types of claims. They cannot fire you as there are laws governing this. You don’t have to worry we are here to help. Our team has years of experience and expertise in this field. Speak to us today for a free no obligation consultation.