Construction & Building Site Accident Compensation
Being involved in an accident at work can be a painful and stressful time. If you or a family member have been injured in an accident at work that was not your fault you may be entitled to make a claim for compensation.
The construction industry
The construction industry is undoubtedly one of the most dangerous and hazardous industries one can work in. With the UK currently undertaking gentrification schemes across a number a major towns and cities there are an increase in the number of building sites. The average building site consists of many workman, large machinery, tools, scaffolding with a wide variety of materials and practises being carried out simultaneously. Unfortunately injury in these conditions is common without receiving relevant and proper training on health and safety issues.
Common injuries sustained
Innocent Injured have helped many innocent workman receive compensation for injuries that they have sustained at work through no fault of their own, including:
- Falls from incorrectly erected scaffolding
- Head injuries caused by falling debris
- Breaks and fractures to arms and legs caused by slips and trips
- Lost fingers and thumbs due to insufficient training on drills and cutters
If you or a family member has sustained an injury at work on a building site that was not your fault, you may be entitled to receive a compensation award for your injury and losses. Contact us today to get free, no obligation advice on your potential claim.
I’ve had an accident – What can I do?
If you have been involved in an accident at work, you may be hesitant in wanting to make a claim against your employer for fear of victimisation after the accident. All employers are required by law to have Employers Liability insurance in place that and have been injured as a result; Innocent Injured can help you claim compensation for the following:
- Compensation for your injuries
- Compensation for pain and suffering caused by the accident
- Loss of income as a result of not being able to work
- Any expenses incurred by you as a result of the accident, this may include medication to help treat your injuries, additional transport costs in the form of taxis and buses and any treatment you have received for your injuries such as physiotherapy.
Our expertise can save you time and stress
With many years of experience in dealing with compensation claims, we understand the legal issues but more importantly the human issues involved in making a claim for compensation. We work with fully qualified, specialist personal injury solicitors from across the UK that have many years of experience in dealing with claims of this nature. We believe that is it a clients right as an accident victim to be dealt with by honest and trustworthy professionals that know the inside out so that your claim for compensation runs as smoothly as possible.
I think I can make a claim – What next?
If you would like to see if you are eligible to make a claim for compensation for your injury and losses resulting from your accident at work, call our dedicated team today on 020 7836 5999, alternatively you can fill out an online enquiry form by clicking here now.
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