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A cherry picker accident at work can leave you seriously injured and uncertain about what comes next.
When your job involves operating heavy machinery like cherry pickers, you rely on your employer to make sure the right safety measures are in place. That includes providing adequate training, suitable personal protective equipment and a safe working environment for anyone required to operate a cherry picker or work from an elevated platform. Even with regulations designed to protect workers, accidents still happen, and when they do, the consequences can be severe.
Injuries caused by cherry picker accidents can range from relatively minor harm to life-changing or fatal injuries. For many people, the impact extends far beyond the accident itself. You may need time away from work for treatment and recovery, and in some cases you may be unable to return to the same kind of work at all which can place real pressure on both you and your family. If the accident happened because someone else’s negligence put your safety at risk, you may be entitled to bring a Cherry Picker Injury Compensation Claim.
At Lanyon Bowdler, our experienced Personal Injury Team has helped many people after serious workplace accidents and is recognised by Chambers UK and The Legal 500 for its personal injury expertise. We provide clear legal advice and supportive guidance tailored to the circumstances of each claim.
Do not hesitate. Contact us to learn how we can help you.
At Lanyon Bowdler, we have years of experience in dealing with Cherry Picker Accidents. We can help you gain the compensation that you deserve, so get in touch today.
As experienced personal injury solicitors, we are not only able to help you to seek justice and compensation, we can also provide care and support in several other ways, including:
We understand that no amount of money can make up for the suffering you have faced after your cherry picker accident, but we are here to help ease your suffering in any way we can. We handle every case with empathy, taking the time to really listen to you and understand your situation so that we can ensure we offer a service that is tailored to your needs. Our service to you doesn’t end when the case is over, we can also offer ongoing support should you require it.
Due to the size and nature of a cherry picker, there are a number of different types of accident that could occur, including:
If you have been involved in any type of accident involving a cherry picker or MEWP, which occurred through no fault of your own, you may be able to pursue legal action against those responsible. Here at Lanyon Bowdler our Personal Injury Team have the expertise to guide you through the legal process and ensure the best possible outcome for your case.
Cherry pickers are heavy plant machinery and should only be operated by trained personnel, in a safe and suitable environment, and only used for their intended purpose. A lack of due care and attention can potentially pave the way for accidents to happen.
Some of the most common causes of cherry picker accidents include:
If you have been involved in a cherry picker accident at work that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to claim compensation. If a fellow employee was responsible for the accident you may still be able to claim against your employer, as your employer is ultimately responsible for the actions of all employees on site, and they should have appropriate liability insurance to cover any such eventuality.
Cherry picker accidents can result in minor injuries, such as cuts and bruises, through to severe injuries such as broken bones and head injuries, and in some cases a cherry picker accident can result in fatality. Whether you have suffered a life changing injury, or your injuries are more superficial, you can still make a claim for the suffering you have endured.
The kinds of injury that you can claim compensation for after a cherry picker accident include:
This list is not exhaustive, and if you have suffered any kind of physical or mental injury as a result of a cherry picker accident which occurred due to somebody else’s negligence, you are entitled to pursue legal action. Here at Lanyon Bowdler we have helped many clients in your situation to seek justice and receive financial compensation for their injuries after a cherry picker accident, so please don’t hesitate to contact us to find out how we can help you.
Cherry pickers and MEWPs are used every day in a variety of workplaces that require employees to conduct work at heights, such as construction sites and warehouses. Working at height using heavy plant machinery like cherry pickers carries significant risks to workers if the correct safety measures are not implemented and adhered to.
If you are required to work at height using a cherry picker or mobile elevated platform, your employer has a legal and moral obligation to establish and maintain a safe working environment in line with current health and safety legislation.
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and the Working at Height Regulations 2005 all employers must ensure they are compliant with the following precautions:
If your employer has failed in their fulfilment of their responsibilities and it has resulted in an accident occurring, in which you have sustained an injury, you may be entitled to make a claim for compensation. Our experienced and highly qualified personal injury team are on hand to discuss your case and offer advice and guidance.
Please give our Personal Injury Lawyers a call for a friendly, confidential, conversation about how we can help support you with a Cherry Picker Injury Claim. There is no commitment or charge for our initial assessment. Please contact a member of the Accident at Work Solicitors team or complete our online inquiry form toward the top of this page on the right-hand side. We can also arrange a home or hospital visit when more convenient.
Lanyon Bowdler has offices in Shrewsbury, Bromyard, Hereford, Ludlow, Oswestry, Telford, and Conwy in North Wales.
We are one of the most recognised firms of solicitors in Herefordshire, Shropshire, Mid and North Wales and the Midlands, synonymous with excellence. Our specialist Company Vehicle Injury Solicitors will work tirelessly to reach the outcome you desire. We are able to offer a wide range of pricing options including fixed fees and service level guarantees.
As a leading regional law firm, we regularly act for clients in making Cherry Picker Injury Claims in Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Worcester. We can represent you wherever you live in England or Wales.
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