MACHINERY ACCIDENT COMPENSATION CLAIMS

Machinery accidents can be devastating and result in severe injuries that are at times fatal and at other times require long stays in hospital and a slow recuperative process. Missing guards on machines, flying debris, a technical defect or failure of a machine can result in a machinery accident which may be eligible for a compensation claim.

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EU and British laws concerning workplace health and safety are fortunately among the most stringent in the world and thus there is legal recourse for those injured in machinery accidents due to the negligence of employers. It is the legal responsibility of employers to ensure that all tools and machinery used on the job are safe, appropriate for the intended use, and have proper guards in place. Employers must also ensure that employees are trained in the safe use of machinery.

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If you have been injured in a machinery accident because of an employer's failure to conduct safety checks on equipment and tools, or to conduct employee safety training, then you may file a compensation claim. Accidents do occur that are simply the result of human error, in which a fully trained staff person makes a mistake and is injured while using an otherwise reliable machine. In most circumstances such as this, it would be unlikely that the accident victim would be successful with a claim.

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Nonetheless, if you have been injured in a machinery accident it is important that you take action immediately by photographing your injuries and, if practical, the machinery that caused the injury. Keep a record of your symptoms and ensure that an accurate report of your incident is put in the company's accident book. With these early steps taken, you then have a solid base for further discussions with a solicitor regarding a claim.

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Our personal injury solicitors operate the risk free no win no fee scheme. Compensation is paid in full. Win or lose there is no charge. Our services include :-

• investigation of the accident scene
• provision of photographs and plans where necessary
• interviewing of witnesses and provision of statements
• securing engineering and experts reports
• assessment of property damage
• estimation of the value of your personal injury
• provision of medical consultants reports
• negotiation with the employer, insurance company and/or loss adjusters
• legal representation in a court of law where necessary