Chemical Injury Claims
If you’ve suffered from a chemical injury that wasn’t your fault, Tylers Solicitors are here to help you with your chemical injury claims. Our experienced team will guide you through the entire claims process, ensuring you get the compensation you deserve following your accident. Get in touch today for a no obligation discussion about your case.
Get chemical injury compensation with Tylers Solicitors
At Tylers Solicitors, we’ve been processing successful chemical injury claims for over 15 years.
In our time, we’ve seen firsthand how chemical injuries can affect the lives of innocent employees. This is why it’s so important to claim chemical injury compensation if you have been in an accident at work that wasn’t your fault.
According to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), it is estimated that around 10,000 deaths occur annually due to ill health caused by chemicals at work. On top of this figure, approximately 250,000 people suffer from chemical burn injuries each year.
If you have suffered from ongoing pain or trauma due to a chemical accident that wasn’t your fault, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team. Call us today at 0800 699 0079 or complete our simple contact form to start your chemical injury claim.
What counts as a chemical injury?
In its simplest form, a chemical injury is any injury caused by bodily contact with a harmful chemical. These injuries can vary in severity depending on the specific chemical at play during the accident.
The two most common types of chemical injuries include:
- Chemical burns, affecting the skin, eyes, and internal organs if inhaled or swallowed
- Chemical poisoning, caused by swallowing, breathing in, or absorbing a chemical through the skin
If you are looking for chemical burn at work compensation or would like to make a chemical poisoning claim, our team is here to support you and defend your case every step of the way.
Why do chemical injuries happen?
Many people in the UK are employed in an industry where they must work with dangerous chemicals on a daily basis. With so many employees and highly toxic chemicals in use, it’s not surprising that chemical accidents do happen.
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974, employers are required by law to ensure that their employees are protected from harm — and this includes being safe from the poisonous effects of such chemicals. Regulations such as risk assessments, PPE, and workplace training are in place to minimise the risk of chemical accidents and injuries.
However, if an employer doesn’t take proper steps to protect their staff and breaks health and safety laws, they may be held legally responsible and required to pay hazardous materials accident compensation if an accident occurs.
How much can I claim?
What chemicals can cause serious chemical burns?
The following hazardous chemicals are some of the most common we see involved in chemical burn injury claims:
- Colophony (Rosin) – A pine resin containing the irritant abietic acid used generally by players of string instruments and sportsmen to improve grip.
- Chromium – A metallic element used in dyes and pigments which is well known for its toxicity and carcinogenic properties. Several chromium compounds are also used as catalysts for processing hydrocarbons.
- Isocyanates – These are commonly used in the manufacture of various pesticides. Despite their relatively low acute toxicities, they are potentially dangerous irritants to the eyes and respiratory tract.
- Mercury – A metallic element used since ancient times in a wide variety of different areas. It primarily affects the nervous system as well as other biological systems and is extremely toxic, especially if swallowed.
- Benzene – An organic chemical compound used mainly as an intermediate to make other chemicals. Extremely hazardous, toxic, and well known for its carcinogenic properties as well as a notorious cause of bone marrow failure.
- Chlorine (Bertholite) – A gaseous chemical element used in many industrial and consumer goods, public sanitation, disinfectants, and antiseptics. It is also most commonly known for being used as a poison gas during the First World War.
These are by no means the only dangerous industrial chemicals that can cause bodily harm, but they are the most frequently reported substances in chemical accidents.
If you would like to make a chemical burn injury claim or get chemical poisoning compensation following an accident involving any hazardous chemical, start your case with Tylers Solicitors today.
Who is at fault for my chemical injury?
To be eligible to make a chemical injury claim, you must be able to demonstrate the following:
- That you were owed a duty of care by another person or organisation (in most chemical accident claims, this will be your employer).
- That this duty of care was breached.
- That this breach caused your chemical injuries, whether that be a chemical burn or chemical poisoning.
If your employer has failed to abide by The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASWA), and this breach caused your accident and subsequent injuries, they will be deemed liable and at fault.
If we can demonstrate negligence by your employer (or the liable third party), you will most likely receive a compensation award. This award will consider any physical, financial, and emotional losses you have endured due to the accident.
What evidence do I need to claim for my chemical injury?
As with any personal injury claim, the more evidence you have, the better.
When you start your claim with us, our team will assess any evidence you have and determine whether this is enough to prove that another party was at fault for your accident. If more evidence is required, we can help you compile an extensive portfolio of evidence supporting your case.
For the best chance of a successful claim, we recommend compiling the following evidence:
- Your employer’s accident logbook records
- Eye witness accounts
- Photographs of the accident scene and/or any breaches
- Medical records
- Receipts showing financial loss due to the accident (e.g. recovery equipment, treatment, medication, travel to appointments, etc.)
- CCTV footage
How to make a chemical injury compensation claim
Once you’re ready to get compensation for your chemical accident and injuries, our friendly chemical injury solicitors will take you through the following process:
- Step 1: Initial consultation. Once you contact us, we will discuss your case with you and review the details of your chemical accident and the injuries caused. We will also tell you whether we think you are eligible for compensation.
- Step 2: Gathering evidence. We will look at any evidence you already have and help you gather more if required.
- Step 3: Establishing compensation. We will help you decide on a compensation award amount based on the physical, emotional, and financial losses you have endured.
- Step 4: Filing the claim. We will file your claim on your behalf and handle any legalities, paperwork, and negotiations for you so you can focus on recovery.
- Step 5: Representing in court. If the liable party disputes fault, your case may be taken to court. This rarely happens when such strong evidence is presented, but our expert team will be ready to represent you if this happens.
Chemical injury compensation amounts
As with any personal injury claim, the more serious your injuries are, the more compensation you may receive.
You can contact our team via our online contact form or call us on 0800 699 0079 for a more accurate figure, but we’ve put together a handy chemical poisoning and burn compensation calculator below to provide you with a rough estimate:
Need more information? Don’t worry one of our professional claims solicitors will advise you along the way
Contact us on 0800 699 0079 or via our online contact form to start your claim today!
Chemical burn compensation amounts
- Superficial/minor cosmetic scarring — £2,890 to £9,560
- Noticeable/disfiguring scars to the arms, legs, hand, back, and chest — £9,560 to £27,740
- Very severe facial scarring — £36,340 to £118,790
- Where significant burns cover 40% or more of the body — £127,930+
Chemical poisoning compensation amounts
- Short-term pain, cramps, and diarrhoea for days or weeks — £1,110 to £4,820
- Significant discomfort with full recovery in one to two years — £4,820 to £11,640
- Serious but short-lived chemical poisoning with ongoing discomfort — £11,640 to £23,430
- Severe toxicosis with serious ongoing effects — £46,900 to £64,070
Inhalation of toxic chemical fumes compensation amounts
- Toxic fume/smoke inhalation with non-permanent effects — £6,500 to £15,370
- Moderate lung injuries with continuing disability — £38,210 to £66,920
- Serious lung injuries with permanent damage and impairment — £80,240 to £122,850
Skin reaction from chemical exposure compensation amounts
- Short-lived rashes or irritation — £2,080 to £4,820
- Moderate dermatitis that resolves with treatment — £10,550 to £13,930
- Dermatitis of the hands or face with long-lasting effects — £16,770 to £23,430
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Chemical injury claims FAQs
How long do I have to make a chemical accident claim?
You have three years from the date of the accident to make a compensation claim. This extends until you are 21 if you were 18 or under at the time of the accident.
What degree of burn can chemicals cause?
Chemicals can cause all degrees of burns, including first, second, and third-degree burns. The types of chemicals that most often cause chemical burns are acids, alkalis, and organic compounds.
Do I need to hire a solicitor for my claim?
You don’t have to have a solicitor to make your chemical injury claim, but it can definitely help to support your case. The expertise of solicitors can go a long way in proving the negligence of another party and can ensure the best chance of success for clients.
What is a no-win, no-fee solicitor?
A no-win, no-fee solicitor won’t charge you for their legal fees unless they win your claim. It’s free to make a claim with a no-win, no-fee solicitor, and any fees will be recouped from your compensation award.
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For any Accidents at Work Claims, call Tylers Solicitors today, a leading personal injury solicitor in Manchester offering compensation claims across the UK. Our experienced team will work with you to get the maximum amount of compensation you’re entitled to, following any kind of injury that isn’t your fault!