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It’s that time of year again when employers begin to recruit seasonal staff to cover the busy Christmas and New Year period. However, we tend to think of it as seasonal industrial injury season, due to the influx of new workers in a pacey atmosphere. In particular, large-scale dispatch centres operated by the likes of […]
Read moreMan Blinded by Chemical Accident It has been recently reported that a man has been left permanently blinded due to a corrosive chemical. The incident happened whilst he was cleaning however he was provided with a faulty pump sprayer causing the chemical DM CiD (a substance commonly found in disinfectant) to burst into his face […]
Read moreA construction firm based in Hitchin that failed to train their operatives on installing safety decking has caused a serious personal injury to one of its employees according to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The employee, a carpenter, was injured when attempting to work on a brace that was supporting trusses. One of the […]
Read moreMaking a claim for a personal injury caused either in a public space or in a workplace can be daunting but it doesn’t have to be. There are many things you may consider such as – is there a time limit on bringing a claim? Or what amount of compensation is the claim going to […]
Read moreRecent changes to the personal injury compensation scheme from the UK government aren’t going down a treat. Some simply describe it as being simply “not enough” by insurers around the country. This could affect thousands of British drivers across the UK.
Read moreWith common types of injury claims, the actual accidents themselves come in many shapes and sizes. But they’re all relevant if the cause of the accident is another individual and the accidents bring injury or illness to you.* There are many common accidents to claim compensation for. You’re eligible for compensation on any accident within […]
Read moreWith any fall at work claim, clients ask “What are my rights after I have a fall at work?” Any accident which occurs during the course of your everyday life can be traumatic. However, one which occurs at your place of work can have a profound effect on your attitude to your job. It can […]
Read moreThere are many categories when it comes to work injury claims, and injuries sustained during work in an office environment is one of them. It’s easy to think of workplace injuries to be more in physical lines of work, such as manual labour, where accidents are more likely, but no matter where your work is […]
Read moreA Brisbane man who became wheelchair-bound after a car accident left him with severe brain injuries has been awarded a record $20.5 million in compensation. Chrys Barker, aged 28, and his cousin, Bobby Hobbs, aged 20, were hit by a drunk driver in Caboolture near Brisbane in January 2014. Mr Hobbs was killed instantly in […]
Read moreA Glasgow firefighter has been awarded £1.5m in damages after an injury caused by faulty cutting equipment led to the amputation of his hand. In 2014 Ian McDonald was taking part in a training exercise at Bishopbriggs fire station in East Dunbartonshire. The exercise involved simulating a rescue from a car accident. Mr McDonald was […]
Read moreA woman who was hit by a cyclist after stepping out into the road has been awarded compensation. While the decision may not appear controversial at first, the circumstances of the case have divided opinions. The ruling has been called controversial as Gemma Brushett was distracted by her phone when she stepped into the road, […]
Read moreAlthough all personal claims are different, the process of them is much the same. Understanding the process can make it easier to understand how much you might get in terms of compensation, and the expected amount of time it will take until you receive that compensation. Depending on the severity of your injury, this can […]
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