Suffered an injury due to a falling object in the workplace? Tylers Solicitors’ expert team is here to guide you through the falling object compensation claims process to get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Have you suffered injuries due to a falling object in the workplace? Whether it’s debris on a building site or poorly stacked boxes in a factory, you may be entitled to compensation if you’ve been injured by a falling object through no fault of your own.
We understand that suffering a accident at work can be distressing and have a huge impact on your day to day life. Our personal injury solicitors are here to support you in processing your falling object injury compensation claim so you can recover.
Read on to learn more about falling object claims, and please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team at Tylers’ Solicitors to start the process. Call 0800 699 0079 now or fill out our contact form and a member of our team will be in touch!
Injuries due to falling objects can occur in many sectors and industries, from hospitality to education. However, they are most common in warehouse, manufacturing, and construction roles, where workers may need to transport items, often at height.
In most cases, falling object injuries are caused by:
In our 15 years supporting claimants with falling object compensation, we’ve found that the most common injuries from this type of accident include:
As with any workplace accident, the injuries caused by a falling object can vary in severity. You may find the effects are minor, or they might profoundly affect your ability to work and carry out daily activities.
It’s important to note that not every injury from a falling object will be eligible for compensation. In order to file a compensation claim, the injuries must be due to another person’s negligence — usually your employer.
Every employer has a duty of care to keep their team safe. Most falling object claims are down to procedural inefficiencies, poor facilities, or an employer failing to provide the right training or safety equipment to ensure their workers can carry out tasks with minimal risk.
If your spouse or a close relative was injured in a workplace accident and is unable to file their own claim, you may be able to claim compensation on their behalf.
Our legal experts are here to help you work out whether you have a valid claim, so if you are unsure or have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.
As with any personal injury, compensation for injuries caused by falling objects is generally split into two parts:
We’ll take all of these elements into consideration when determining how much falling object injury compensation you may be able to claim
To claim compensation for falling object injuries, you must be able to: prove the accident was not your fault, show that it was caused by another party’s negligence, and demonstrate that the accident directly caused your injuries.
To help you get the best chance of a successful claim, we recommend:
Our team will then determine how much compensation you should be entitled to and will file your claim. We’ll handle all the paperwork, negotiations, and any other legal aspects. If the responsible party disputes liability, we can also represent you in court and defend your case.
Tylers Solicitors is one of the UK’s leading providers of no-win, no-fee legal advice. Throughout the years, we’ve proven our success and expertise in helping a range of clients claim the money they deserve for accidents that weren’t their fault. We offer compassionate, expert support for employees who have suffered injuries from falling objects at work.
We aim to make the process as stress-free as possible and ensure you get the maximum compensation you deserve. Our no-win, no-fee structure means you never have to worry about upfront costs, and you only pay us if your claim is successful — we recover our fee from your final compensation award. You really have nothing to lose and everything to gain!
So if you’ve suffered a falling object injury that wasn’t your fault, contact Tylers Solicitors to start processing your compensation claim.
As with any workplace accident claim, the compensation you receive will depend on several factors and, in general, the more severe your injuries, the higher your award. The best way to get a clear estimate of your likely compensation is to speak with one of our experienced solicitors.
We’ve also put some helpful information together below to provide some ballpark figures.
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!
When items fall from above, they can cause a range of head injuries, ranging from minor to severe. If you’ve experienced a head injury that causes chronic pain or affects your movement, you could be eligible for between £30,000 and £130,000.
Falling objects can also cause neck injuries. If your neck injury heals within three months, you may be able to claim up to £2,990 in compensation. For moderate to severe neck injuries, you could be eligible for anywhere between £30,500 and £181,020.
An object falling and striking your shoulder can lead to soft tissue damage, movement limitation, and dislocation. If you’ve suffered a shoulder injury, you may be entitled to between £5,310 and £58,610 in compensation.
When an object falls on an arm or leg, it can cause sprains, bruising, fractures, and breaks. In the most severe cases, you may require amputation. Compensation amounts can vary from up to £5,800 for a minor hand injury to £344,150 for the loss of both legs.
When hiring a personal injury solicitor to process your falling object compensation claim, it’s important to look for a qualified specialist who is familiar with workplace accidents and can provide you with the best services. We recommend seeking no-win, no-fee services so you can feel confident knowing that you won’t pay a penny unless your case is successful.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us here at Tylers Solicitors.
Our initial procedure starts with a telephone consultation. We will inform you how the legal proceedings work, and by asking you a few simple questions, we will be able to assess how much compensation you could achieve.
Yes, all employers have to comply with health and safety regulations (including the Health and Safety Act of 1974) and should be in full control of employee safety in the workplace. They must provide workers with effective personal protective equipment (PPE) for any potential hazards that employees may come across in their job role.
If you feel that your employer has failed to protect your safety and it has resulted in you sustaining an injury from a falling object, get in touch with us today to see if you are entitled to compensation.
While our focus here has been on workplace accidents, it’s worth noting that you may also be entitled to compensation if you have suffered injuries after being hit by a falling object in a public place.
Whether in a restaurant, shop, or local cafe, if a falling object has injured you, then the business owner could be liable for your injury. If you believe you have a case, please contact us to start processing your falling object injury claim.
If you have suffered any kind of injury while lifting heavy objects in the workplace you could be eligible to make a claim for manual handling compensation.
Falls from height are without a doubt one of the most dangerous injuries that can occur in the workplace. Usually resulting in serious injuries or death.
It is fairly universal to state that a place of employment has certain obligations to its employees and to its patrons. Additionally, one can acknowledge
If you’ve suffered any sort of scaffold injury at work that isn’t your fault, then you may be owed compensation through a scaffolding injury claim.
For any Accidents at Work Claims, call Tylers Solicitors today, a leading UK provider of compensation claims with no-win, no-fee legal services. 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!
