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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.

Holiday accident compensation claimed for faulty hotel room

09Aug

If a holiday goes wrong abroad, then you should not feel that you are not entitled to make a holiday accident compensation claim. Many people feel like this because they feel like they are out of their comfort zone; they are not sure whether they are entitled to make a claim, since they are unsure whether it will stand up as the accident happened abroad. This is, actually, not the case at all. This article will show why it is possible to make a holiday accident compensation claim for something that has happened abroad.

Case Study: Product liability claim – Sandra’s accident

08Aug

Read on for a case study on a product liability claim arising from a defective freezer. In the case, Macks’ personal injury team were able to secure £4,100 in compensation for our client Sandra.

Case Study: Child was bitten by a dog – Andrew’s accident

08Aug

Read on for a case study on a dog bite claim arising from an incident where a child was bitten by a dog which was out of control in a public place. In the case, Macks’ personal injury team were able to secure £8000 in compensation for our client Andrew.

Case Study: Negligence of a supermarket chain – Kim’s accident

08Aug

Read on for a case study on a slip and fall claim arising from the negligence of a supermarket chain. In the case, Macks’ personal injury team were able to secure £2850 in compensation for our client, Kim.

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