Accidents At Work

Understand your rights if you have an accident at work

If you have been injured during the course of your employment Affordable Law for You can assist you to make a claim for personal injuries, loss or damage. There are certain things that all employers are obliged to ensure as follows:

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  • Employees work in a safe environment

  • That any machinery and equipment that an employee has to use is safe

  • That employees have the correct skills to carry out their employment safely

  • That there is a safe system of work

  • That employers comply with various Statutes and Regulations that govern Health and Safety in the Workplace


If you have been injured as a result of:

  • An unsafe environment at work

  • Unsafe machinery and equipment at work

  • The actions of a co-employee

  • Inadequate or lack of protective equipment

  • Bullying or harassment in the workplace


You can bring a claim for compensation, to support your claim you will need the following information:

  1. A detailed account of how the accident occurred

  2. Three month's wage slips

  3. A medical Report from a Consultant or GP

  4. Details of travel costs etc incurred as a result of the accident


Affordable Law for You can assist you by:

  • by preparing a letter before action for you

  • by preparing and issuing proceedings on your behalf

  • by assisting you to find an appropriate Consultant to prepare a medical report in support of your claim

  • we have precedents for a small number of claims which you can download and follow