Accidents from 9-5
Accidents at work
Accidents at work are very common and they can happen to anybody, regardless of the type of work. All jobs, from office work to construction can pose a risk to employees’ health and safety, and some, pose greater risks than others.
Every day, people suffer from accidents at work. Yet, some never file an accident at work claim, for fear of being looked down upon, reprimanded or losing their jobs, even if they are not at fault.
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By law, employers are required to provide employees with as safe of a working environment as possible. While all workplaces are different, and pose varying risks, an employer’s responsibilities can include protecting you from harassment, providing adequate break time, testing equipment regularly to ensure safety and functionality, informing employees of workplace safety, maintaining a clean work environment and providing adequate first aid facilities.
Health and safety concerns
Health and safety at work should be an employer’s number one priority. If your employer fails to protect you from any risks that could result in an accident or personal injury, the legal consequences can be grave. Not only is an employer supposed to protect employees from dangerous situations, be one is also required to report any accidents, illnesses or dangers to authorities. Failure to follow through on such reports is grounds for legal action.
At the same time, you are also responsible for looking after your own health. That means avoid wearing clothing that may interfere with your work, ensuring that you are mentally stable and have enough sleep, pursuing proper training and following safety regulations. Furthermore, if you do suffer from a work-related injury, whether minor or severe, it is not only in your best interest to report it, but you are also obligated to do so.
Accidents may result in compensation
If you have suffered from an accident at work, you could receive compensation. On so many occasions, personal injury lawyers have protected clients who have been exposed to hazardous material, suffer from a job-related illnesses and been injured while at work. They can help you understand your legal rights, explain to you your chances of pursuing a successful claim and make the claims process as easy and … as possible. The care and diligence that they put into the cases yield positive results.
Although time cannot be reversed and nor your pain and suffering retracted, monetary restitution can provide claimants with some form of relief. With the guidance of an experienced personal injury solicitor you can receive compensation to help cover your medical expenses and other financial burdens you may have incurred as a result of your work-related accident.
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