Can Accidents Cause Sight Loss and Can You Make a Claim?
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by Accinet
1y ago
Partial or full loss of sight is likely to have a profound and immediate effect on an individual. If you have been injured because of an accident that wasn’t your fault and this has led to sight loss, then you may be able to get compensation through the courts. Sight loss can be permanent or temporary, partial or lead to full blindness. Whatever the extent, this type of injury can mean you are unable to work and have to make major adjustments to your daily living. Compensation through a personal injury claim can help make up for earnings lost and provide assistance for changes to your home and ..read more
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How to Claim Compensation from a Fast-Food Chain
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by Accinet
1y ago
Accidents can happen in fast-food outlets just as often as they do in other outlets and stores around the UK. Whether it’s a major chain, or a small local business, you’d be surprised how regularly injuries and problems such as food poisoning occur. As with all businesses, major fast food chains and franchises have a duty of care to their customers and employees and, when an accident does occur leading to injury, you may be able to claim compensation through the courts. This duty of care applies also if you work for a fast-food chain and were injured because of negligence on their part. For ex ..read more
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Can I Claim Compensation for My Knee Injury?
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by Accinet
1y ago
An injury to the knee can be painful and debilitating. We often take this part of the body for granted but it is vital for mobility and getting around. If you have been injured because of an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be able to claim compensation through a personal injury lawyer. While some knee injuries can come and go in a short time, many persist and can cause a period of discomfort and disability that not only prevent you from living your life to the full but can impact work and how much you can earn. In some cases, injuries can leave sufferers with lifelong pain and disabil ..read more
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How to Claim Compensation for a Leg Injury
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by Accinet
2y ago
If you’ve been unlucky enough to get a leg injury, you’ll know how disabling it can be. Not only are you likely to be in pain but you’ll have difficulty getting out and about too. A leg injury can mean that you are unable to work or live your life to the fullest. If the injury leads to permanent damage and disability, it can have a huge impact on your future life. If you’ve suffered a leg injury because of the negligence of someone else, then you may be able to claim compensation to help recompense you for lost earnings and help you to adjust. Types of Leg Injury We see a wide range of differe ..read more
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Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Workplace
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by Accinet
2y ago
Health and safety guidelines while often seeming intrusive and cumbersome can prevent many of the cases of slips, trips and falls that as Personal Injury Solicitors we see on a regular basis. These types of accidents are sadly very common, especially in the workplace and can lead to injury for employees and many lost hours of work. Avoiding Workplace Injuries Following health and safety guidelines can prevent many of these accidents from occurring in the first place. Here are some top tips for avoiding these workplace injuries. Addressing Exterior Hazards – Ensuring the exterior of a building ..read more
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Are You Worried About Claiming Compensation from your Employer?
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by Accinet
2y ago
One of the main reasons many people don’t claim compensation for injuries sustained at work is that they are worried about their jobs. Many employees suffer in silence if they have been injured, but it does not have to be this way. Workplace Personal Injury Claims If you have been injured in the workplace, talk to a personal injury solicitor in complete confidence about your circumstances and get professional legal advice. They will not contact your employer without your knowledge and can also give you advice on how to navigate the conversation with your employer. According to the statistics ..read more
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Have You had a Ladder Injury? Find Out if you Can Claim.
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by Accinet
2y ago
Ladders are used in a wide range of circumstances. They’re found in the home, used in construction, window cleaning, decorating, warehouses, factories and even shops and offices. A fall from a ladder can seem like a simple accident but may have long-term consequences if severe injuries are caused as a result. Ladder Injuries and Compensation If you have suffered from a ladder injury and it wasn’t your fault, you may be able to claim compensation. The law covers this under the Work at Height Regulations and means that your employer has a duty of care if you are being asked to undertake tasks th ..read more
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I Have Been Injured in a Fall Who is to Blame?
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by Accinet
2y ago
Falls and slips can happen for a variety of reasons. Slippery paths may not have been gritted properly during winter. A wet floor might not have been signposted properly, so people fail to realise the potential hazard. Uneven paving stones can cause us to trip because we don’t notice them as we rush to work. While most trips and falls only involve minor injuries such as bruising or scratches, some do cause very serious injury. In these circumstances, it’s critical to understand who is responsible if you are going to make a compensation claim. Who is at Fault? Slips and falls often become likel ..read more
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What Can I Claim for If I Have Had a Head Injury?
Accinet Solicitors | Personal Injury Blog
by Accinet
2y ago
Around 1 million people each year attend accident and emergency with some kind of head injury. While many people recover, these types of injuries can sometimes be life-changing, leaving the individual with some form of disability. In severe cases, brain injury can mean someone is left with a disability with the huge impact this has on someone’s life. What Are Head Injuries? Head injuries occur for a variety of reasons. There may have been an accident at work where someone fell from a height, for example. These types of injuries are often the result of serious road traffic accidents. You may ha ..read more
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Injured while working for a car manufacturer? Find out how to claim
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by Accinet
2y ago
Thousands of people in the UK work in the car manufacturing industry. Surrounded by heavy machinery and lots of activity, it’s no surprise that these locations are more prone to accidents than your average office. If you have been injured while working for a car manufacturer and it wasn’t your fault, you may be able to claim compensation to help with your recovery. Types of Injury in a Car Manufacturers Factories are usually large places with lots of different manufacturing jobs being carried out simultaneously. Accidents and injuries can occur for several reasons: Your employer may not have ..read more
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