There are few more diverse sectors than transport, spanning all industries and all manner of functional needs. Whether road, rail, water or air, the transport network is a vital enabler of the modern, high-speed, just in time economy. For employers who rely on...
Russell Worth Personal Injury Blog:
Personal Injury
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Personal Injury
Injured at work – will I lose my job if I make a compensation claim?
It is a common misconception, and something we hear often from those who have suffered a serious accident at work – “won’t I lose my job if I claim against my employer?”. In this article, we will outline a number of key reasons why it is extremely unlikely your job...
Ensuring your financial security following a serious workplace accident
Serious workplace injuries have the potential to wreak havoc not only on the health and wellbeing of victims, but also their finances. Few could imagine the worry of someone in hospital undergoing painful and potentially prolonged medical treatment after injuring...
Claiming compensation if you have not been provided personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) plays a vital role in worker health and safety, and employers have a legal duty to provide it under the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992. PPE includes any item worn by an employee to mitigate risks to their...
Injured at work? What a personal injury solicitor can do for you
Following a serious workplace accident, the primary focus for the victim and their immediate family is to ensure they receive the medical attention required. Many would not consider the importance of contacting a solicitor at this early stage, however by engaging a...
Injured while working in the meat processing industry, what are your compensation options?
The meat processing industry in the UK employs around 75,000 people, to undertake tasks such as animal handling, slaughter, butchery, and packaging. But if you have been injured at while working in this sector, what are your rights, and are you entitled to claim...
Ensuring you receive the rehabilitation you need following an occupational accident
It cannot be overstated how critical rehabilitation is to recovery following a serious accident at work. And it cannot be taken for granted that the rehabilitation automatically provided by the hospital is sufficient to ensure the best long-term outcome for patients....
Can I claim compensation for a workplace accident over three years ago?
If you received an injury at work over three years ago and have yet to make a claim, you may be unsure if you are too late to seek compensation. For personal injury compensation in England and Wales, the Limitation Act 1980 applies, and this defines a limited period...
Whiplash injuries at work – causes, effects, treatment, and bringing a claim
Whiplash injuries are often associated with car accidents, but any sudden jerking force to the head or neck can result in this type of injury. In this article, we will discuss how whiplash accidents happen in the workplace, in addition to the signs and symptoms,...
What goes up, must come down – accidents due to unsafe demolition practices
Building demolition is a highly regulated and specialist field in which even the slightest misjudgement can cost lives. Anyone who saw the collapse of Didcot power station in Oxfordshire in early 2016 will have seen what can go wrong when demolition is put into...
