Workplace Burn Injury Claim
Everything You Need To Know About A Workplace Burn Injury Claim
Some employees don’t know if a burn injury in a workplace qualifies for a personal injury claim. Fortunately, the Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations (1999) has laid down the rules for a safe working environment for the employees in terms of all aspects. Most notably, the physical safety of the worker, which directly falls under the responsibility of the employer. The risk of burning is also categorised as one of the safety hazards upon which the employer could be held accountable and charged with a claim. This is why it is important for any employer to provide tools for precautionary measures, should any unforeseen circumstances take place. Moreover, risk tests should also be conducted with regard to the safety of the physical workplace.
How Can An Employee Start A Burn Injury Claim?
In order to file a burn-injury claim, one should first report it to the Health & Safety manager. The basic requirement to file a claim is to have at least 10% of the body affected by burns. Scalding or injury to vital organs, ranging from eyes to lungs, can also qualify for a claim. In short, if the injuries affect a person’s mobility and health, especially in the long term, then a personal injury claim definitely applies.
Can I claim for a burn at work?
If you have experienced any type of burn injury in the workplace, you may be eligible to compensation. We can provide you with expert guidance regarding your burns, so please contact us as soon as possible for a free consultation. It is private and there are no commitments.
Can I claim for a slip at work?
In general, you can claim for an injury at work. You may be able to claim for a slip or trip on premises which are not owned by your employer, but there are some complications to consider first. There are three main causes of slip and trip accidents at work: defective surfaces, lighting and equipment. If you have suffered an injury as a result of one of these issues, you may be able to make a successful claim against your employer.
What Are The Requirements For A Successful Claim?
Some employers forsake the safety of their employees to save a couple of quids. At HD Claims, we will make sure you do not suffer at the hands of your employers and receive your due compensation. The use of cheap machinery or tools could also help classify an injury as legitimate for a personal injury claim. Even unrepaired machinery could land you a successful claim. So whether you suffer a burn injury caused by fire, chemicals, exposure to radiation, or contact with any hot surface/substance, you are qualified to file a personal injury claim.
Other Losses That Can Help Build A Strong Personal Injury Claim?
First and foremost, a spontaneous burning accident can leave one deeply scarred not only physically but psychologically too. The primary psychological problem that can emerge from an injury is PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), which has a significant impact on one’s mental health. Physical injuries may heal in a few months, but psychological issues are hard to deal with. It is always a personal journey for the person injured.
Secondly, the burns affect the skin and tissues, sometimes leading to indefinite scarring. One of the most critical challenges is the break in income that the injured person has to go through in order to recover physically. In severe cases, burns can also lead to handicaps, which causes the injured person’s whole life to become an irreparable loss. Furthermore, they have to adapt to a new life altogether due to the ignorance of safety measures by their employers.
Treatments could also be classified as an important point for the burn victim to receive compensation. It could help them fund the surgeries if they require or desire them in the future.
How Does Compensation Vary From One Injury To Another?
Compensation depends on the degree of burns each victim has received. The third-degree burn, the deepest and damaging of all, is usually the one to receive the higher compensation.
Second-degree burns affect the second layer of the skin, forming blisters and pain that could take days to go away.
First-degree burns usually occur due to coming in contact with a hot surface or fluids affecting the topmost layer of the skin. It makes the skin red, and the pain usually lessens with the help of medication within a week or two.
Regardless of the intensity of the burns one receives, HD Claims Injury Lawyers in Scotland will ensure you get the best compensation for the financial, physical and mental trauma you had to go through.
How long after an accident at work can you claim?
You have three years from the date of your workplace accident to file a claim for an accident that occurred at work. Accidents resulting from a slip, trip, or fall are governed by a three-year statute of limitations from the date of the incident.
Where And How To Take The First Step?
The first step after the injury accident is to formally go through a medical assessment to bring it on record. We will help you with that after you contact us. You would also be required to immediately report the accident to the supervisor present and also get contact details of any witnesses present to make a strong claim. It is better to contact a personal injury solicitor as soon as possible to avoid time constraints. So if you or your loved one has gone through the unfortunate injury, HD Claims is here to help you.
