If you've been involved in a fall from height whilst at work, contact our Personal Injury Solicitors, who will be able to advise as to whether you could be eligible for compensation.
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A serious fall at work can leave you facing pain, uncertainty and major disruption to daily life.
Falls from height are among the most severe workplace accidents, often causing life-changing injuries such as head and brain injuries, spinal damage, fractures and other complications that can affect your mobility, independence and ability to work. Whether the accident involved a ladder, scaffolding, a cherry picker, a crane or another high-risk environment, the impact can be overwhelming not only for the injured person, but also for the family members supporting them through treatment and recovery.
At Lanyon Bowdler, our specialist Accident at Work Solicitors understand the profound effect a fall from height can have on every part of your life. If your employer failed to take reasonable steps to protect your safety and you were injured as a result, you may be entitled to bring a Fall from Height Claim. Legal action may feel far from your mind when you are coping with pain, treatment and time away from work, but the compensation awarded can play an important part in supporting your recovery, easing financial pressure and helping you access the care and support you need.
We are recognised by Chambers UK and The Legal 500 for the strength of our personal injury expertise. With extensive experience in serious and life-changing injury claims, we combine trusted specialist expertise with a caring, client centred approach.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a fall from height accident, get in touch with our team to discuss how we can help you move forward.
A fall from height is a type of accident that occurs when someone falls from one level to another at a height of more than two metres. Falls from height can happen at work, at home, or in a public place. It could be that you are working above ground level and fall from a ledge that does not have a secure opening, or it can also refer to a fall through a hole or an opening in the ground.
There are a number of different ways in which a fall from height could occur, including:
Other causes of falls from height can include areas where there are no safety barriers, or barriers are broken, and areas without warning signs to alert workers and the public to the danger of a fall. If you have been injured in a fall from height that occurred due to somebody else’s fault you may be entitled to make a claim for compensation, please get in touch with our team of specialist personal injury solicitors today to find out more.
Depending on the circumstances surrounding the accident, such as the height from which the individual falls, and the general health and physical wellbeing of the individual, the injuries that can result from a fall from height can vary in degree from minor to catastrophic and life-changing, and could even prove fatal.
Some of the most common injuries include:
If you have sustained an injury in a fall from height accident which was not your fault, speak to our team today to find out how we can help you.
If you have been injured in a fall from height accident, the first thing you should do is to seek immediate medical attention. Once you have been checked over by a doctor there are a number of other steps that you should take which will aid your compensation claim, including:
If you have sadly lost a loved one after a fall from height accident you may be able to claim compensation on their behalf. Here at Lanyon Bowdler our expert team are on hand to answer any questions you may have, and provide guidance and reassurance throughout this difficult time.
Employers have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure that their employees are able to carry out their work as safely as is reasonably possible. In practice, this may look differently depending on the situation, however, there are a number of guidelines and rules regarding safety procedures that employers should follow.
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 provide a framework of safety protocols for employers to implement in order to protect their employees, and this could include things such as:
Regardless of the industry in which you are employed, if your job requires you to carry out any work at height, your employer has a legal obligation to take all possible and reasonable steps to protect you. Any breach in your employer’s duty of care could constitute negligence, and if their negligent actions cause or contribute to an accident in which you fall from height, you may be able to claim compensation.
The amount of compensation you can get for a fall from height will typically depend on the type and severity of your injuries, and the impact they have had on your life. Each compensation case is assessed thoroughly, and your personal injury solicitor will ensure your final compensation award takes into account the following:
If you have any questions about your claim, our team is always happy to offer advice and guidance. We pride ourselves on offering a tailored approach to each personal injury case, ensuring we meet and exceed your individual needs.
If you have been injured as a result of a fall from height accident at work, you may be eligible to make a claim for personal injury compensation. You may also be entitled to make a compensation claim if you are related to an individual who has sadly died as a result of a fall from height accident at work.
To be eligible to make a claim, you must:
There are a number of ways in which your employer’s negligence could have caused your accident, for example:
If you believe you may be eligible to make a claim, please get in touch with one of our experienced personal injury solicitors who will be able to assess your case and advise you on your legal rights.
Please give our Personal Injury Lawyers a call for a friendly, confidential, conversation about how we can help support you with a Falls From Heights Claim. There is no commitment or charge for our initial assessment. Please contact a member of the team or complete our online inquiry form toward the top of this page on the right-hand side.
We understand that falls from height injuries can cause undue stress or worry, from the financial strain of being unable to work to the thought of returning to the place where the injury occurred. That’s why our expert Work at Height Injury Claims Solicitors handle all claims as sensitively as possible whilst you focus on your recovery. You can visit us at one of the many Lanyon Bowdler offices in Shrewsbury, Bromyard, Hereford, Ludlow, Oswestry, Telford, and Conwy in North Wales. We can also arrange a home or hospital visit when more convenient.
We are one of the most recognised firms of solicitors in Herefordshire, Shropshire, Mid and North Wales, synonymous with excellence. As a leading law firm, we regularly act for clients on Falls From Heights Claims in Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Worcester and all across the midlands. We can represent you wherever you live in England or Wales. We are able to offer a wide range of pricing options including fixed fees and service level guarantees.
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