Industrial injuries usually occur on building sites, factories or warehouse. If you have been injured in an office then see Accidents at work.
The type of injury can include:
If you have been injured in an industrial accident contact Alistair Rustemeyer for a free initial assessment by telephoning 01273 604 123 or via e-mail: arustemeyer@bbc-law.co.uk
Working from offices in Worthing, Brighton and East Grinstead Alistair is ideally located to advise clients across Sussex.
Under common law the employer has a non-delegable duty to ensure the work place is safe. This means that even if an accident is caused by faulty machinery or equipment supplied by someone else the employer remains liable.
If the accident is caused by a fellow employee under the doctrine of “vicarious liability” the employer remains liable.
Sometimes following an industrial injury a person is unable to continue to perform his/her job and their employer decides to terminate their employment. If this has happened to you or you worry it might about to happen contact Kevin Smyth of this office immediately.
For a free no-obligation initial assessment of your claim by
However you contact us your consultation will be with one of our highly experienced personal injury solicitors.
Remember that we provide a variety of ways to fund your claim so that in nearly all cases you retain 100% of your compensation. In exceptional cases where that is not be possible we will always advise you in writing beforehand.
If you do not have legal expense insurance we will consider funding your claim under a "no win, no fee” agreement.
Legal Expense Insurance is often included in a home contents or building insurance policy or a motor policy. We shall consider with you whether in your case it is appropriate to take advantage of such insurance. You may also be a member of a trade union which offers help with legal costs.
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