Free ‘No Win, No Fee’ Accident At Work Enquiry
Over 15 Years' Experience in Personal Injury Claims
Qualified & Experienced Accident At Work Lawyers
Act For All Clients Across England & Wales
Choose The Lawyers, Not The Firm
Starting An Accident At Work Injury Claim Is Easy
Discuss Your Accident With Rebecca or Alec
Sign Your No Win, No Fee
Rebecca & Alec Will Act On Your Behalf
Get The Compensation You Deserve
Your employer has a duty to ensure you have a safe system of work. It doesn’t matter whether you are a builder, electrician, school teacher, officer worker or work in retail – whatever your job, there is a risk of injury. In some cases, people suffer injuries at work because of a freak accident or inadvertently doing something to injure themselves by accident, however many accidents in the work place can easily be avoided. Our clients tend to think they are alone and feel singled out but that couldn’t be any further from the truth.
All employers are obligated to have an employers’ liability insurance policy to cover accidents that occur during an employee’s employment. Unfortunately for employees, those insurance companies also want to make a profit. They can do this by charging your employers premiums and avoiding paying out where possible, including refusing to pay compensation.
We are experienced in pursing claims for injuries sustained at work and many of our cases include liability being denied. That doesn’t deter us. We specialise in dealing with a vast range of different accidents at work; regardless of how you suffered injury, we can help you seek the compensation you deserve when the accident, that wasn’t your fault, could have been avoided.
Slip or Trip in the Workplace
Employers need to provide a safe place of work. If your employer has control of the premises, then they have a duty to take reasonable care to make and keep floors safe. If your employer doesn’t have a reasonable system of inspection, they cannot identify and remove hazards that can cause someone to trip or fall and sustain injury.
Manual Handling
Any form of transporting or supporting of a load (such as lifting, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying etc.) by hand is a risk of personal injury to employees. Your employers must take reasonable steps to reduce the need for you to undertake manual handling and should provide you with the appropriate training or tools to reduce the risk of injury.
Defective or unsuitable equipment
Any equipment provided by your employer must be appropriate for the task at hand and kept in good order and/or condition. They must do this by:
- regularly inspecting the equipment,
- ensuring an effective system is in place for reporting and repairing defects,
- maintaining the equipment
- ensuring that you have the appropriate training to use the equipment
Employers who cut corners to save money could end up causing you pain, suffering and financial loss!
Construction Sites Accidents
With various parties involved, accidents on construction sites are often complex with many different parties involved, especially when your employers are not necessarily the people in control of the work you carry out. Someone is responsible for your health and safety on site and you do not want to purse the wrong defendant on an incorrect assumption.
Falling from a Height
The consequences of falling from a height can be severe and so every employer must ensure that the work at height is properly planned, supervised and carried out in a safe manner. They need to ensure that you are appropriately trained and competent, or supervised by a competent person.
r
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
No one should be subject to violence, especially in your place of work where you are focused on doing your job. Although not everyone gets along with each other, unfortunately some employees take matters into their own hands and can assault you – physically or verbally. It doesn’t matter that your employer didn’t tell that employee to do those things – they chose to employ that person and they are responsible for their actions.
.
Why Are We So Good?
We are Qualified & Experienced Lawyers
With over 15 years’ experience between them, Rebecca & Alec never simply give up because liability is denied. They have vast experience in dealing with claims where liability is denied. When you instruct a law firm, you usually do not get the choice of lawyer. You may end up being represented by an unqualified case handler. With Rebeca & Alec, you know you are getting an experience, qualified lawyer.
We Have Small Caseloads So We Can Focus On You
Most accident at work lawyers, in firms, have lots of cases but we work for ourselves and only need a few cases so we have the time to dedicate to you. Rebecca & Alec can be more diligent and give full consideration to your case & the best way to proceed
We Choose How To Run Your Case, Not Told By An Employer Law Firm
No two claims are the same, so it’s important that each case & each client is treated differently. Most accident at work firms have a set way to run a case, but because Rebecca & Alec are consultants, they choose the best way to run your case for you. They will ensure you get as much compensation as possible.
We’re Available & Here For You
Rebecca & Alec understand you may not be available between Monday and Friday, 9am-5pm. They are available both evenings and weekends.
Who Are Rebecca & Alec?
Rebecca Hennessy
Consultant Solicitor
Over 9 Years' Experience in Personal Injury
Qualified Solicitor Since 2017
Alec Hancock
Consultant CILEX Lawyer
Over 7 Years' Experience in Personal Injury
Qualified CILEX Lawyer Since 2017
Rebecca Hennessy took over our case and was exceptional. She was very patient, understanding and happy to explain everything to us when we felt overwhelmed with the legal jargon. Would definitely recommend her to help through any legal issues.
I had the pleasure of dealing with Alec who was supportive, gave clear and logical advice and helped us through a case that was long and very drawn out. It was Alec that gave us the confidence to see it through to it successful conclusion. Great service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I fund this claim? I don’t have any money
Rebecca & Alec run their claims on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis (called a Conditional Fee Agreement) which means that you don’t have to pay anything out of your own pocket.
If you are unsuccessful or if the chances of your case winning decreases because of some unexpected evidence then you will walk away with no cost to yourself and no liability for your employer’s legal costs*. Contact Rebecca & Alec to find out if your case is eligible for a “No Win, No Fee” claim.
*you must ensure you remain honest throughout your claim, follow Rebecca & Alec’s advice and ensure you give clear instructions. Do this and you will never have to worry about paying any legal costs whatsoever.
I feel awkward bringing a claim against my employers
Did you know that employers are obligated to have liability insurance for their employees? This is because it is your legal right to recover compensation for any harm due to their negligence. Your employers won’t be personally paying the compensation – their insurers are.
Employers are not allowed to dismiss you for bringing an honest claim against them as they could then be sued for unfair dismissal – bringing a claim against your employer is a right as an employee.
Many of Rebecca & Alec’s clients continue to work for their employers during the claim. Some employers will even pay towards your treatment to help you recover and return to work sooner rather than later – so you don’t suffer large loss of earnings.
Will I have to go to Court?
Not necessarily. In fact, many claims are resolved without legal proceedings being issued. Most claims never make it to a Court room. Courts encourage the parties to resolve their issues rather than asking a Court to decide.
However, Rebecca & Alec will ensure, where needed, they push forward to obtain your compensation and they will ensure you are properly represented by the right Barrister for your case.
What compensation can I claim?
All clients will be entitled to claim compensation for the injury. This is because a Court cannot remove the pain and suffering you have suffered so the best thing they can do is award you money. However some clients may have incurred financial loss, such as loss of earnings, the cost of travelling to physiotherapy, medication. In some cases, clients need surgery and the NHS waiting list is months.
Rebecca & Alec will ensure they identify all financial loss and seek to recover it from the employer who has caused the injury.