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Staying safe on the roads: How to reduce your chances of claiming car accident compensation

17Oct

Being aware of the most common causes of road accidents is the only real way of understanding how you can reduce the risk of a crash yourself. Taking alternative transport or driving more slowly and carefully during extreme weather conditions, for example, are simple measures you can take to prevent a crash, and the need to claim car accident compensation.

Avoiding alcohol and taking frequent rests if tired are other simple ways of staying safe. This article will guide you through the key factors which result in car accidents in the UK and offer you simple, clear advice on how to reduce risk and stay safe on the roads.

Work injury compensation in the construction industry

17Aug

Construction sites can be hazardous places. In fact, the construction industry has one of the highest rates of workplaces injuries in the UK. Refurbishment is a particularly hazardous area of construction because sites can be full of hidden dangers. Working with scaffolding, machinery and tools can lead to accidents if proper safety procedures are not followed. Construction workers also need to be provided with PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). If your employer fails to take steps to prevent accidents in the workplace, for example, failing to provide the necessary PPE, you may be able to submit a claim for compensation.

Work injury claims: How to choose a solicitor

16Aug

According to the TUC, injured workers who sought legal advice received compensation offers which were around 50% higher than those who received no legal advice. An experienced solicitor, such as those at Macks Solicitors, will be able to negotiate on your behalf and will know how much you could expect to receive in compensation. They will build your case, including collecting evidence and will have the legal expertise to reach the best possible outcome for you. Many people do not claim compensation for work-related injuries or illnesses but a payment can help with rehabilitation and compensate for lost earnings.

Ex miners claim under-payment of industrial injury compensation

15Aug

A group of ex miners have submitted a claim for compensation, stating that the amount of compensation they received under a government scheme was not enough. Poor legal advice meant that some factors were not taken into account in their original payment and they are arguing that they should have been paid more. They are suffering from Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome, caused by heavy use of vibrating tools and machinery, which can affect the individual’s ability to do everyday tasks. Employers have a responsibility to protect their workers from over-exposure to vibration through regular breaks and protective clothing, including gloves.

Chemical spill risks work accident

14Aug

A spill at a chemical plant in Rye, East Sussex has raised concerns about the risk of accidents when working with chemicals. A tank containing highly flammable solvents collapsed after site managers failed to adhere to tank inspection procedures, set up to spot dangerous weaknesses in tank walls. The spillage could have easily started a fire or caused serious worker injuries. If you have been involved in a work accident that could have been prevented by your employer, contact us today to speak to an expert about the possibility of making a claim for compensation.

Thousands of injury at work claims from noise exposure

13Aug

Exposure to certain levels of noise can cause lasting damage. Regulations were introduced in 2005 that limited the noise levels that workers can be exposed to. Hearing protection must also be provided above a certain level of noise. If employers fail to follow the limits outlined, they can risk permanent damage to their employees’ hearing. HSE statistics indicate that in 2009/10, approx 21,000 people who had worked in the last 12 months were affected by hearing loss as a result of their work. Many were permanently deafened, either partially or completely.

Recovering from a work injury

12Aug

Recovering from a work injury can take a long time and can be extremely frustrating. If you are missing work, you may be worried about catching up when you get back or you may be worried about whether you will ever be able to return at all. The key to recovery and rehabilitation is following medical advice. If your doctor suggests light exercises, it is important to carry them out as instructed. If you fail to do the exercises, this could delay your recovery, just as pushing yourself too much could worsen your injury. You may also be prescribed medication which will help with pain relief and reducing inflammation.

Industrial injury claim can help pay for costs not covered by government help

12Aug

There are various types of benefit that can be claimed by individuals who have been injured at work. However, these may not fully cover the home adaptations and care needed by someone who has suffered a serious injury which affects their mobility and ability to work. Research conducted by a charity found that 20% of spinal injury sufferers were not able to return home once discharged from hospital because it was not possible for the home adaptations they needed to be made. A claim for compensation may help to pay for these kinds of costs and to improve the quality of life of the person who has suffered the injury.

Can I claim compensation for my workplace injury?

12Aug

Every year, thousands of people are injured during the course of their work. Workers can be injured in any occupation and the nature and extent of the injuries can vary dramatically. If you have suffered an injury at work that wasn’t your fault, you may be able to submit a claim for compensation. You must submit your claim within three years of the accident or within three years of when your injury became “complaint worthy.” The amount of compensation that you may be entitled to will depend on the extent of your injury and the level of negligence of your employer.

People put off claiming compensation for tinnitus due to long term effects

10Aug

Compensation for tinnitus should be made by anybody who feels like they are suffering tinnitus from any spell of employment which did not follow the standard health and safety regulations for their employees. Often, people are put off from making a claim because they feel that the initial damage happened so long ago, that their claim will not stand up suitably. This is the wrong attitude, as not matter how long ago the initial damage was done to the ear drums, an individual may still make a claim.

HSE fatal work accident statistics indicate employers still have work to do

09Aug

Statistics from the HSE for 2010/11 indicate that the number of fatal work accidents has risen since 2009/10 from 147 to 171. This is lower than the average from the past 5 years, which is 205 but there is still lots to be done. A TUC survey has indicated that safety reps in UK workplaces have stress as their primary concern, followed by bullying and harassment and then other work accidents such as back strain and slips, trips and falls. If you have been involved in a work accident, speak to a solicitor about the possibility of making a claim for compensation.

Compensation for food poisoning soars as more restaurants begin to cut corners

09Aug

UK cities are seeing a rise claims for compensation for food poisoning as restaurants begin to see a greater need for an increase in profits. This is in turn seeing restaurants, both fast food and sit down establishments, trying to prepare food at a faster speed in order to allow more customers to enter their shops.

This is leading to many establishments cutting corners in vital areas of food preparation. This may involve certain foods being undercooked, not being defrosted properly and other mistakes. Fast food restaurants are particularly to blame for this rise in compensation claims, as they are constantly striving for a quicker ‘turn over’ time, especially in busy periods such as lunch time and late afternoons.

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