The most up to date statistics provided by the Health & Safety Executive show that in 2005/6 there were 328,000 reportable injuries in the workplace.

As you can see from the above statistic, accidents at work are very common. If you have been involved in an accident at work and have sustained injury as a result, then you may be able to make a claim.

All employers must follow strict guidelines. If you were injured and we can prove that such guidelines were not adhered to, then you could have a claim.

The information set out below has been provided by the Health & Safety Executive and illustrates the kind of accidents at work that could lead to a personal injury claim.

The most common injuries reported at work included the following:

• Slipping and tripping
• Injuries sustained while carrying, handling or lifting
• Being struck by a moving or falling object
• Falling from a height

Other examples of accidents at work include:

• Injuries sustained as a result of faulty/defective machinery and equipment
• Injuries sustained because no protective or safety equipment was provided e.g. safety boots, ear guards, goggles
• Injuries sustained on construction sites
• Trips or falls on uneven/broken flooring
• Accidents caused by the negligent actions of your co-workers
• Being hit by a vehicle such as a fork lift truck
• Injuries sustained when using machinery where you had not been provided with sufficient training or where the machinery was defective

Even if you think that the accident may have been partly your fault, you may still have a claim if your employer also contributed to the accident. By contacting us, we will advise you accordingly. Please Contact Us and we can advise further.