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Injuries from Defective Equipment

 

Everyone should have access to equipment that works properly.  If you’ve been hurt in an accident caused by defective equipment, we could help you claim compensation.

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Injuries from Defective Equipment


An accident caused by defective equipment at work can cause extremely serious injuries, which could have a long-term impact.

 

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

What is considered ‘defective work equipment’?

 

Work equipment is considered defective if it does not work as intended and if the defect causes you an injury.

 

Equipment at risk can include:

 

  • Machine guards and stop controls on machinery
  • Power tools
  • Hand tools
  • Electronic and electrical equipment
  • Ladders and scaffolding
  • Safety ropes and harnesses
  • Missing covers and lids

  • 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 a faulty equipment injury claim?

Employers have a strict duty to make sure equipment:

  • Is in good working order
  • Is well maintained
  • Is inspected regularly
  • Is PAT tested, where applicable
  • Is used by properly trained people.

If this is not the case and you have been injured as a result, then your employer has been negligent and failed in the duty of care to you. Find out more about making a claim here.

How can Work Accident Claims help?

We’re here to guide you through the legal process and put you in touch with a specialist accident at work solicitor, who can take the strain when it comes to putting together a case and making a claim.  We offer No Win No Fee on personal injury claims – just get in touch to see if we can help.

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 defective equipment injury claim?

Levels of compensation very much depend on the type and severity of your injury. Factors like recovery time, whether you can work and the treatment you require are also taken into account, so each situation is unique.

For more information on what you might be entitled to, just get in touch.

Is there a time limit for making a claim?

There is usually a three-year period from the date of the accident in which you can claim. It’s a good idea to get in touch with us, though, as there are a few exceptions to this.

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

First get in touch and tell us what has happened.

Make sure you take the following steps to, which will help us build your case:

  • Gather evidence – notes, photographs, CCTV or video footage.
  • Take witness statements – accounts from colleagues can help back up your claim.
  • Report the accident – your employer should record the incident in an official accident book.
  • Get medical evidence – a doctor, or whoever treated you, can give you a report detailing your injuries and any medical information, including recovery times and the impact of the accident.