Factory Accidents Claim

Factories are a hive of activity often involving machinery and a multitude of manual labour work that makes for a hazardous working environment that could leave you with serious injuries and potentially life-changing effects.

Factory Accidents Claim

Factories are a hive of activity often involving machinery and a multitude of manual labour work that makes for a hazardous working environment that could leave you with serious injuries and potentially life-changing effects.

Your employers have a duty of care to ensure that these hazards and dangers are mitigated so that you can work safely and at as reasonable an amount of risk of injury as possible. If this duty is not properly carried out, and you are injured as a result, you could be entitled to claim personal injury compensation.

Factory Accidents Claim

Factory floor accidents

There are many dangers in almost any workplace, and naturally some jobs are more dangerous than others and carry a number of additional risks for injury such as factory or warehouse work and construction.

From our experience, we’ve helped people with serious injuries involving factory accidents such as:

  • Slips and trips;
  • Falling from height;
  • Forklift truck accidents; and
  • Dangerous machinery accidents.

Claim Today has been a personal injury brand specialising in workplace and industrial accidents, for over 20 years and we have the experience and expertise to get you the personal injury compensation and support you need to look ahead to the future.

Is my employer liable?

By law, your employer has a responsibility to make the workplace as safe as possible, and that includes ensuring that work is undertaken by staff in a safe manner, as well as workplaces having the correct equipment, used properly, by people who are trained.

If any of the following played a role in your incident, you may be able to claim:

  • you and/or your staff were not properly trained for particular equipment;
  • the machines you were using were faulty and not checked or PAT tested;
  • you were not supplied with adequate and effective safety protection;
  • the workplace was not properly maintained with things left lying around; or
  • you were injured by a vehicle which was not manned by a trained member of staff or poorly maintained.

I don't want to jeopardise my job my claiming...

Quite simply, you wouldn’t be putting your job at risk by claiming against your employer.

In the UK, there are strict employment laws in place stating that employers can not treat you any differently or dismiss you for bringing a claim against them.

In fact, all UK businesses are required to have employer’s liability insurance, which is likely to be what employer’s would use to handle your claim, safeguarding themselves in the event of a claim.

Do I have a claim?

If you were injured in a workplace incident and you believe that it falls under employer liability, then you might have a claim.

It is important to have as many details about the accident to hand as possible. This includes when and where the incident took place, details of those involved, and of any witnesses if you have any (including details of any CCTV that may be available).

We offer free impartial advice on whether you can make a claim either by completing our online form, or calling our claim team on 0800 29 800 29. Alternatively, request a callback on this page and we will call you back.

Frequently asked questions

Filing a factory accident claim can be a complex process. Here are the steps involved:

  1. Gather evidence: The first step is to gather evidence that the accident occurred and that it was caused by the negligence of the factory or its employees. This evidence may include:

    • Medical records
    • Photographs of the accident scene
    • Witness statements
    • Product manuals
    • Safety inspection reports
  2. Contact the factory: Once you have gathered evidence, you should contact the factory and inform them of the accident. The factory may be willing to offer you compensation for your injuries without the need for a lawsuit.

  3. File a claim with the factory: If the factory does not offer you compensation, you may need to file a claim with them. The claim should include all of the evidence that you have gathered.

  4. Mediate or arbitrate your claim: The factory may offer to mediate or arbitrate your claim. Mediation is a process where a neutral third party helps you and the factory reach an agreement. Arbitration is a process where a neutral third party hears your case and makes a decision.

  5. File a lawsuit: If you are unable to reach an agreement with the factory, you may need to file a lawsuit. A lawsuit is a legal proceeding where you ask a judge to order the factory to pay you compensation for your injuries.

The deadlines for filing a factory accident claim vary from state to state. In most states, you have two years to file a claim. However, there are some states that have shorter deadlines, such as one year or even six months.

It is important to note that the deadline for filing a claim starts to run from the date of the accident, not from the date you were injured. This means that if you were injured in a factory accident on January 1st, 2023, you would have until January 1st, 2025 to file a claim.

If you miss the deadline for filing a claim, you may be barred from recovering any compensation for your injuries. It is important to speak to an attorney as soon as possible after a factory accident to discuss your legal rights and options.

The liability for your injuries in a factory accident will depend on the specific facts of the case. However, in general, the following parties may be liable for your injuries:

  • The factory owner: The factory owner is responsible for ensuring the safety of its employees and visitors. If the factory owner fails to take reasonable steps to prevent accidents, they may be liable for your injuries.
  • The factory manager: The factory manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the factory. They are responsible for ensuring that the factory is safe and that employees are properly trained. If the factory manager fails to take reasonable steps to prevent accidents, they may be liable for your injuries.
  • The factory supervisor: The factory supervisor is responsible for overseeing the work of employees. They are responsible for ensuring that employees are following safety procedures and that the factory is safe. If the factory supervisor fails to take reasonable steps to prevent accidents, they may be liable for your injuries.
  • The manufacturer of the product that caused your injuries: If your injuries were caused by a defective product, the manufacturer of the product may be liable for your injuries.
  • The co-worker who caused your injuries: If your injuries were caused by the negligence of a co-worker, they may be liable for your injuries.

The damages you can recover in a factory accident claim will depend on the specific facts of your case. However, in general, you may be able to recover the following types of damages:

  • Economic damages: Economic damages compensate you for your financial losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.

    • Medical expenses: This includes the cost of your medical care, such as hospital bills, doctor’s visits, and prescription medication.
    • Lost wages: This includes the income you have lost due to your injuries.
    • Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing property that was damaged in the accident.
  • Non-economic damages: Non-economic damages compensate you for your non-financial losses, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.

    • Pain and suffering: This includes the physical and emotional pain and suffering you have experienced as a result of your injuries.
    • Emotional distress: This includes the emotional pain and suffering you have experienced as a result of your injuries.
    • Loss of enjoyment of life: This includes the loss of the ability to do the things you enjoy doing as a result of your injuries.
  • Punitive damages: Punitive damages are awarded to punish the defendant for their reckless or intentional conduct. Punitive damages are not available in all jurisdictions.

The compensation for an accident claim can vary depending on the specific facts of the case. However, some common types of compensation that may be awarded include:

  • Medical expenses: This includes the cost of your medical care, such as hospital bills, doctor’s visits, and prescription medication.
  • Lost wages: This includes the income you have lost due to your injuries.
  • Pain and suffering: This includes the physical and emotional pain and suffering you have experienced as a result of your injuries.
  • Emotional distress: This includes the emotional pain and suffering you have experienced as a result of your injuries.
  • Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing property that was damaged in the accident.
  • Loss of consortium: This is compensation for the loss of the companionship and services of a spouse or other loved one who has been injured in an accident.
  • Punitive damages: Punitive damages are awarded to punish the defendant for their reckless or intentional conduct. Punitive damages are not available in all jurisdictions.

The amount of compensation that you may be awarded will depend on the specific facts of your case. If you have been injured in an accident, it is important to speak to an attorney to discuss your legal rights and options.

Yes, you can claim for an industrial injury. An industrial injury is an injury that you suffer while you are working.

Injuries that can be claimed for as industrial injuries include:

  • Physical injuries: This includes injuries such as cuts, bruises, broken bones, and burns.
  • Psychological injuries: This includes injuries such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression.
  • Occupational diseases: This includes diseases that are caused by your work, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and black lung disease.

There is no specific Work Injury Compensation Act in the UK. However, there are a number of laws that protect workers from injury and provide compensation if they are injured at work. These laws include:

  • The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: This law requires employers to take steps to protect the health and safety of their employees.
  • The Social Security (Industrial Injuries) Act 1946: This law provides compensation to workers who are injured at work, regardless of who is at fault.
  • The Employers’ Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act 1969: This law requires employers to have insurance to cover the cost of claims for compensation made by injured employees.

To claim for compensation for an industrial injury, you will need to contact the Compensation Recovery Unit (CRU). The CRU is a government agency that handles claims for compensation for industrial injuries.

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