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Fall from Height Accidents

Fall from height accident claims

Many construction, telecommunications, scaffolding and maintenance jobs often require employees to work above ground level. Every year, thousands of reported work accidents and deaths are caused by employees falling from heights. These workplace incidents account for a third of fatal injuries to workers in the United Kingdom.

If your role requires you to work above ground level, your employer has a legal duty to:

• Conduct thorough risk assessments
• Provide suitable training
• Supply appropriate safety equipment

If these duties aren’t met and you’re injured as a result, you may have grounds to pursue a fall from heights compensation claim.

Common falls from height accidents

Workplace accidents can occur for many reasons, especially when safety measures aren’t properly maintained. Employees can also sustain injuries from:

• Falling from a ladder or scaffolding: Improperly secured or ill-maintained ladders and scaffolding can cause workers to lose their balance or footing, resulting in serious fall injuries.
• Falling down steps or stairs: Poor lighting, cluttered steps, damaged staircases and uneven or slippery steps can cause workers to slip, trip or lose their balance, resulting in painful, severe injuries.
• Falling through roofs: Workers in the construction or maintenance industries are particularly vulnerable to falls through roofs. Inadequate safety equipment, such as harnesses or safety nets, can result in a severe workplace injury or even death.
• Falling into uncovered holes or trenches: Open holes, trenches and unmarked excavations pose serious danger on construction sites and other workplaces.

Falls can have a devastating impact on the victim and their families. Even a fall from a relatively low level can cause long-lasting injuries. A serious injury at work may force you to change jobs or stop working altogether, leading to a potential loss or reduction in earnings.

If you or someone you know has been injured due to a fall from height at work, which was due to a negligent party, speak to our experienced fall claims solicitors. We are here to take the hassle out of the legal stuff, so you can start to live your life again.

Making a Fall From Height Claim

How do I make a fall from height accident claim?

Working at heights carries risk, but employees are still entitled to safe conditions, proper equipment and adequate training. If an accident occurs without proper safeguards, you may be able to pursue a fall from height claim. This means pursuing compensation for both your injuries and the wider effect the accident has had on your life.

The compensation could cover loss of earnings, treatment costs, and other expenses incurred due to your injuries. It can also compensate for the impact on you and your family, particularly in the case of accidents that involve serious injury or death.

What to Do After a Fall From Height

To protect your health and strengthen your claim, it’s important to follow these steps:

• Report the accident: Inform your employer as soon as possible and make sure it’s recorded in the company’s accident book. This creates an official record that can support your fall from height claim.
• Seek medical attention: Even if the injury seems minor, ensure you or the injured person gets examined by a medical professional. Immediate medical treatment means you will receive professional advice on how best to treat and recover from your injuries. The medical records may then be used as evidence as part of your claim.
• Gather evidence: Take photos of the scene and any hazards, such as unsafe equipment or poor lighting. Get contact details from any witnesses.
• Contact our falls from height solicitors: Once you’ve taken the initial steps, you can contact our fall claims solicitors for support. We’ll help you gather evidence, prove negligence, and navigate the claims process.

Contact Watermans today to speak with one of our dedicated fall injury solicitors. Let us help you seek the financial compensation you deserve for your injuries.

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How Much Compensation? 

How much compensation can I claim for a fall from height accident?

Compensation varies depending on the severity of your injuries and their impact on your life. A fall from height claim may include:

• Medical costs: Covering hospital treatment, medication, physiotherapy and any ongoing care needed for your recovery.
• Loss of earnings: Compensation for time of work, reduced income or an inability to return to your previous role.
• Future expenses: Includes ongoing treatment, rehabilitation, medication, care needs or specialist equipment required in the future.
• Home adaptations and care costs: Covering changes to your home or assistance needed if your mobility or independence is affected.
• Pain, suffering and emotional distress: This can include PTSD, anxiety and how the injuries affect your personal relationships.

Try our online claims calculator to estimate the potential value of your fall from height compensation claims.

Why Watermans?

Why should I choose Watermans to pursue my fall from height claim?

Watermans simplifies legal services so people can move forward in life.

Our expert team of fall injury solicitors is dedicated to making the claims process as straightforward as possible.

We also provide access to physiotherapy and psychological treatment to ensure a speedy recovery.

Trusted Personal Injury Solicitors in Scotland

Our expertise in personal injury covers a wide range of areas, including:

• Public liability claims
• Road traffic accidents
• Fatal and serious injury claims
• Cases relating to abuse

We represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in compensation. We work on a no-win-no-fee basis, which means that if your claim for an accident at work is unsuccessful, you won’t suffer any financial risks.

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