An employer owes his staff a duty to look after their health and safety whilst at work. This means ensuring that each employee is able to carry out their job in a safe manner, in a safe environment and surroundings and with suitable materials and equipment for which they have been trained to use and, where appropriate, supervised. It is also important each job is risk-assessed to spot any known dangers and ensure that an employee is advised of these and properly trained to avoid them.
If you have an accident at work, it can lead to many complications which go far beyond the injury itself. Outside agencies, for example the Health and Safety Executive, could be called in to investigate the accident and if they feel appropriate, may even prosecute an employer in the Criminal Courts for failing in their duty and not abiding by the strict health and safety regulations that are in place. This along with the possibility of pursuing a claim against an employer can put pressure on the injured person who may only want to recover as quickly as possible, be reimbursed any losses or expenses and return to work. As a result, it can be a very difficult time and we can help by guiding you through the process, ensuring that your rights are protected.
In certain circumstances it is not possible to return to a former job. If that is the case we will ensure that you receive the right employment advice to protect you and recover compensation to which you will be entitled.
If you are concerned about bringing a claim against your employer, please call us and talk to us about your concerns. We may be able to help and if you decide not to proceed then you will have made a choice knowing all of the facts.
If you’ve been involved in an accident and are in need of the best legal representation in the region, then give us a call on 0800 294 4895 or fill out our online contact form. Our specialist team of accident claims solicitors are always on hand to help.
