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Farm & Agricultural Accident Claims

 

The farming and agricultural sector is one of the most dangerous in the country.  Our expert solicitors could help you make a compensation claim if you’ve been involved in a farming accident.

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Farm & Agricultural Accident Claims


Farming and agriculture is the most dangerous industry in the UK, causing more fatalities and injuries than any other.

 

Suffering an accident at work can be devastating to your health and the rest of your life. If you can’t work, you might be wondering how you’ll pay your bills and take care of your family. You might also worry about the effects of making a claim against your employer.

 

At Work Accident Claims, we are specialists who know the law and can help you get back on your feet. We can help you cover any loss of earnings you’ve experienced while avoiding any negative consequences.

 

Get in touch today to find out how we can take the stress out of making an accident at work claim.

Types of farming accident?

 

Following Health and Safety is an essential part of farming, to ensure workers are protected.

 

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require that all employers or the self-employed assess their own risk, and the risk to anyone working for them regarding their working environment. The law requires you to take all reasonably practicable steps to avoid accidents in the workplace.

 

Injuries are often caused by:

 

  • Slips, trips or falls
  • Animals
  • Falling from height
  • Being struck by moving or falling objects
  • Contact with machinery
  • Handling, lifting and carrying
  • Being hit by a vehicle

 

As well as the risk of accident while using farm machinery and vehicles, the farming workplace can contain confined spaces like fuel storage tanks, grain silos and slurry pits. These can present numerous risks that include drowning, asphyxiation and toxic gases.

  • EMPLOYEE SAFETY

    Your claim will be against the insurer, not the business. As such you are protected and cannot be dismissed for making a claim.

  • DUTY OF CARE

    By making a claim you are helping to build a safer workplace for your colleagues in the future. Protecting your employers from future claims.

  • INTERIM PAYMENTS

    Our work accident specialists will talk to you about the help available to ease the financial burdens you may have whilst you are recovering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why make an agriculture and farming accident claim?

If you’ve been injured while doing farming or agricultural work, or even when visiting a farm, you may be eligible for compensation.

If proper health and safety procedures were not followed on the premises, then it may be negligence that contributed to, or caused, your injury.

A financial settlement can help with costs such as treatment, ongoing therapy, loss of wages and travel to medical appointments.  It can also pay for equipment or mobility aids you might need during your recovery. Find out more about making a claim here.

How can Work Accident Claims help?

Our accident at work specialists are very experienced in these types of claim.  They will build a case that helps you achieve maximum compensation.  We also offer a No Win No Fee service.

About No Win No Fee

Only pay a fee if you receive compensation

Where we offer No Win No Fee services typically customers pay 25% of the amount recovered by our solicitors, although this will be subject to your individual circumstances and the actual fee may be less than this but it will never be more. Success fees are common practice and they were introduced when the law changed in April 2013.

How much compensation will I receive for a farming injury?

It’s hard to give precise figures, as it depends on your individual case and the severity of your injuries. A chat with our legal advisors will give you information tailored to your individual situation.

Is there a time limit for making a claim?

Generally speaking, a personal injury claim should be made within three years of the date of the accident. The rules for industrial diseases are slightly different but get in touch and we’ll be able to advise you on your particular circumstances.

I think I have a claim, what do I do next?

You will need to seek medical attention for treatment and to make sure the injuries are noted in your medical records.

Then just get in touch with us for a free consultation.  We’ll ask you about the accident and your injury, then advise you of your options.