Last Updated on March 27, 2025 by tanya

Injured Shin At Work, Can I Claim?

 

A Common Injury and Compensation

 

An injured shin at work is one of the most common injuries in the workplace.  It can occur in industries involving heavy machinery, physical labour or hazardous environments. It may be a debilitating injury if it is severe and will cause a lot of pain, medical expenses and time off work.

If you have suffered from an injury which was not your fault, you may be able to claim compensation if you can show that your employer was negligent or that there were unsafe working conditions. Employers are required to have strict safety protocols in place to prevent accidents from happening in the first place.

However, if you have been injured and which can be directly linked to employer negligence, you may be eligible to claim for compensation. For more advice, we are available to answer any of your questions.

 

Common Workplace Hazards Leading to Shin Fractures

Several workplace hazards could result in an employee sustaining a broken shin. Here are a few to consider:

 

Slips, Trips, and Falls

 

• Wet or uneven flooring
• Poorly maintained walkways
• Loose cables and clutter
• Inadequate lighting
• Improperly placed rugs or mats
• Ice or snow in outdoor work areas
• Falls from heights such as ladders or scaffolding

Slips, trips, and falls are one of the main causes of workplace injuries. A hard fall onto a solid surface can easily result in a shin fracture. This is especially if your leg is bent or struck against an object during the fall.

 

Falling Objects

 

• Improperly secured tools or materials
• Overloaded shelves
• Malfunctioning hoists or cranes
• Objects falling from height due to worker negligence

Workplaces with stacked inventory, shelving, or heavy overhead work pose a risk of falling objects.

 

Machinery and Equipment Accidents

 

• Forklift or vehicle collisions
• Conveyor belt accidents
• Malfunctioning machinery
• Inadequate safety guards on equipment

In industrial environments, accidents involving heavy machinery can result in direct trauma to your shin. If machines lack proper safety features or if operators are not adequately trained, the possibility of injury increases.

 

Repetitive Strain and Stress Injuries

 

• Prolonged standing or walking on hard surfaces
• Repetitive impact movements
• Fatigue leading to missteps and falls

While not as immediate as a direct impact, repetitive strain can weaken bones over time, making them more susceptible to fractures from minor accidents.

 

Vehicle Accidents

 

• Collisions involving work vehicles (e.g., delivery trucks, construction vehicles)
• Accidents in warehouse loading zones

A sudden impact from a vehicle, whether a small cart or a large truck, can result in severe fractures to the shin.

 

 

When Can You Claim Compensation?

If you sustain a broken shin at work, you may be eligible for compensation. The ability to claim depends on the circumstances surrounding the injury. Compensation claims can arise from employer negligence or an unsafe environment.

Examples of this may include insufficient protective equipment, improper training or lack of maintenance. Alternatively there is third party liability involved in the accident, such as a contractor, supplier or defective equipment.

It is important to know that your injury must be directly linked to the incident which occurred while you were working. It should also be immediately reported to your employer and ensure you have proof of any medical treatment you received.

 

Consult a Legal Expert

If employer negligence is involved, it is important that you chat to a personal injury lawyer who can assess your case and advise if it is valid. Our team is available to answer any questions.

Typically, compensation may cover medical bills, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, as well as pain and suffering.

 

At First Personal Injury, we work with experienced personal injury lawyers who operate on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis. Our expert team will guide you through the claims process to help you secure the compensation you deserve. Call us at 0333 358 2345 or complete our online contact form.