Workplace accident lawyers here for you
You rely on your job for the income that you need to provide for yourself and your family. Your occupation can be fulfilling in many different ways. You can learn new skills, advance your career and build relationships with your colleagues. For the most part, we don't expect our jobs to pose a serious risk to our health.
The HSE reports that, tragically, 123 people were killed from a work-related accident during the same period.
If you've suffered a work injury that you feel wasn't your fault, National Accident Law can help, regardless of the type of injury or the severity.
We know that taking that first step in making a work accident claim can be difficult. That's why our expert, friendly team of work accident lawyers are on hand to guide you through the process and help to get you the work injury compensation that you deserve.
Call us on or request a call back to arrange a free, no-obligation chat so that you can tell us more about what happened. We'll never pressure you into making a claim if you decide that it's not the right step for you.
What are the most common causes of workplace accidents?
Given closer attention to health and safety regulations, many accidents at work and the resulting injuries are avoidable − buta workplace accident can occur in many situations.
The most common types of accidents at work include:
- Slips, trips or falls on the same level
- Lifting and handling
- Falling from height
- Workplace violence
- Contact with moving machinery
- Collision with a stationary object
What are the most common work injuries sustained after an accident?
The type and severity of work injury can depend on multiple factors, but some common injuries include:
- Bruising, cuts or scratches
- Broken bones, sprains or fractures
- Back injuries
- Soft-tissue damage
- Head trauma
- Lacerations and penetrative wounds
If you've suffered an injury like this due to an accident at work that wasn't your fault, you could be entitled to make a work accident compensation claim.
I had an accident at work - what are my rights?
Suffering a work injury can have a serious impact on your physical, mental and financial wellbeing andyour employer has a clear legal responsibility to ensure that you remain safe at work. They must provide a well-maintained working environment, training and safety equipment for you to do your job.
Any employer operating in the UK must comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and any other relevant legislation including the Work at Height Regulations 2005. If they don't, they're putting you directly at risk and are liable for any injuries caused if you suffer an accident at work.
If your employer has failed in their responsibility to you and you sustain an injury at work, you could be eligible to make a work injury compensation claim. Under UK law, the employer-employee relationship cannot be compromised if you make a claim.
Can I be sacked if I claim after an accident at work?
The simple answer is no. You cannot be sacked after an accident at work that was not your fault, and you cannot be sacked if you bring a workplace accident compensation claim against your employer.
Your employer has a duty of care to you and if they, or a member of their team, have behaved negligently, they are liable for your workplace injury. If your employer makes your life unbearable to the point at which you end up quitting, you may have a case for constructive dismissal as well.
- If your employer tries to dismiss you for bringing − or thinking about bringing − a personal injury claim against the business, you may have a case for unfair dismissal.
- If your employer makes your life at work so miserable that relations break down and you resign as a result, you may have a case for constructive dismissal.
- If you find yourself considering a personal injury claim against a business at which you still work, remember: the law is on your side where there's been a provable breach in the employer's duty of care.
- You can raise a claim retrospectively for an accident that took place up to three years ago at a firm at which you no longer work.
- Even if the firm at which you worked has been dissolved and is no longer trading, we can apply to have it restored to the Register of Companies so that a claim can be made.
If you're still uncertain about claiming out of fear that you could lose your job, call us on and we can talk through everything with you.
Meet the team
Craig Delahaye
Associate Director - Legal Operations
Craig's transition into the Legal PI market was motivated by a desire to help those who have suffered injuries through accidents that were not their fault.
View profileMeet the teamHow much work injury compensation could I receive?
There's no straightforward answer to this question as every work accident claim is different. Our team will work to establish how much to which you may be entitled by reviewing factors such as:
- The seriousness of your workplace injury
- How your injury has affected your life in the short and long term
- The financial impact, especially if you've lost income or been forced to take time off work
- The impact on your mental health
- Any changes to your home and social life
The table below shows some example injury categories and the range of general damages provided by law − from minor injuries to the extremely severe.
The guidelines are set by the Judicial College, part of the Ministry of Justice. Our work accident lawyers will be able to give you a more accurate guide to your work injury compensation amount once they have assessed the factors listed above.
| Injury type | Compensation range |
| Head injury | £1,760 - £322,060 |
| Facial injury | £1,360 - £322,060 |
| Moderate shoulder injury | £6,290 - £10,180 |
| Fractured forearms | £5,280 - £15,300 |
| Wrist injury | £2,810 - £47,720 |
| Hip or pelvis injury | £3,150 - £104,370 |
| Back injury causing permanent symptoms | £9,970 - £22,130 |
| Ankle injury | £10,960 - £55,560 |
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Why should I make a work accident claim?
We go to work each day expecting to be safe, so suffering an accident at work because of a failure to fulfill the duty of care by an employer can have a drastic impact on your life.
Making a work accident claim and receiving compensation can help you to move forward and can make any subsequent financial struggles easier to manage. Your claim could also highlight safety concerns in the workplace and lead to positive changes.
How do I claim for an accident at work?
- To begin the process, call us on or request a call back and our friendly team will get back to you.
- During your free, no-obligation chat, you'll be able to tell us how you were injured and we'll let you know if we think that you could pursue your work accident claim.
- You can decide whether you'd like to go ahead − the decision is completely up to you. If you do decide to go ahead, we'll put you in touch with one of our accident at work solicitors.
- Your solicitor will inform the other party of your intention to make a claim and will gather evidence in support of your case. They will then submit your claim to the court.
- If you win your claim, you'll receive your compensation and your solicitor will take a pre-agreed percentage from the total amount. If you lose and you've claimed on a no win no fee basis, you won't have to pay anything.
Why choose National Accident Law?
We're committed to making the claims process as smooth as possible and our expert team are here to guide you every step of the way.
We've got many years experience of handling work injury claims and we strive to offer care and compassion in every case.
If you want to speak to our team about your case, simply request a call back and a member of our team will be in touch.
Contact us about your accident at work claim
If you've suffered a work injury due to an accident that was someone else's fault, you might be able to claim compensation. You'll be offered an initial no-obligation chat and there's no pressure to continue with your claim if you don't feel like it's the right decision.
Get in contact with our team on or request a call back today.
Frequently asked questions
How long do accident at work claims take?
Injury at work claims can vary in length. Once we've connected you with one of our work accident lawyers, they'll get to work to ensure that your workplace injury claim is handled speedily and efficiently.
How long your claim takes will be impacted by how severe your injuries were and how long it takes to ascertain liability. Once all your case details have been assessed, you could get a more accurate estimate of how long the process might take.
When can I return to work after a workplace injury?
Ultimately, the decision of when you return to work is up to you and the healthcare professionals in charge of your recovery. If your doctor gives you the green light to start work while your work injury claim is ongoing, you can return to work without fear of reprisals.
Can I make a claim if I'm self-employed?
Yes, you can make an accident at work claim if you're self-employed and have been injured while under contract.
Contractors employed by a third-party business are covered by the same health and safety protections as employees. It's common in industries such as construction, financial services, retail, healthcare and information technology for self-employed people to be contracted for work.
Can I be dismissed if I claim against my employer?
UK employment law is clear here: no. You cannot be sacked, singled out or penalised for making a personal injury claim against them. They have a legal duty of care to provide you with a safe working environment and proper training and protection. If they breach that duty and you're hurt as a result, you can make a claim against them with no change to the employer-employee relationship.
However, we understand that you may be wary of suing your employer and potentially harming relations. Our team have years of experience helping people to win the compensation that they deserve. We'll give you the free, impartial and confidential advice that you need to explore a personal injury at work claim. In your own time and at your own pace. No rush. No pressure. No problem.
Can I make a claim for a new accident if I've already claimed before?
If you have been unfortunate enough to endure another personal work injury, you could be eligible to make a new claim for compensation for your new injury. However, you cannot claim for the same injury twice.
Can I make a claim on a no win no fee basis?
Yes, you can. Most of our injury at work claims are made on a no win no fee basis, which means that, provided that you stick to the terms of your agreement as well as having suitable legal protection insurance in place, there is no financial risk on your part.
Our accident at work solicitors may need to take out special legal protection insurance for you. This pays the costs if your claim fails and ensures that claiming is risk-free. The cost of this is only taken if you win your case. In the event that your accident at work claim is unsuccessful, you won't owe us a penny.
If you win your case, depending on your claim type and value, the other side (the person or parties held responsible) may be required to contribute towards your legal costs. In most cases this contribution will only cover part of your legal costs and your solicitor will make a deduction from your compensation to cover costs such as:
- The cost of any insurance policy required to make your claim risk-free
- Any legal costs, including fixed fees which are not recovered from the other side
- A fixed fee amount, agreed with your solicitor for winning your case
Your solicitor will discuss this with you in advance, so you'll know what to expect when your claim settles. There are no hidden costs or surprises.
You keep the rest, and this will always be the majority of the accident at work compensation awarded to you.
The deductions that we list above will only be made when your compensation is paid. There are no upfront costs and no hidden charges.
What's the time limit for making an injury at work claim?
Usually, you can claim for an accident at workup to three years after the incident occurred. If you were under the age of 18 when you suffered your workplace injury, you have until you turn 21 to make a claim. If you think that the end of your three-year period is approaching, please don't hesitate to get in touch while we can still help you.
There are no time limits for claiming if the injury victim lacks the mental capacity to do it themselves. This could be as a direct result of the injury that they've suffered or a pre-existing medical condition.
In complex cases where you or a loved one has been seriously hurt or sustained a critical injury at work, you'll be in the safe hands of our specialist team from the moment at which you contact us.
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Our team of experts are here to help
Whatever the nature of your workplace accident, we're here to help you to get the work injury compensation that you deserve. Our team of dedicated and knowledgeable workplace injury specialists are waiting to listen to what's happened, provide free, impartial advice and help you to start your accident at work compensation claim.
Contact us now for more information. We're available on or fill out the online form to request a call back at a time convenient to you.
You can also start your claim online today.