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Injuries In The Office - Claiming Compensation
Injured In The Office? Talk To Us
Offices can appear like relatively harmless environments compared to some workplace settings. However, there are numerous hazards that exist which can cause both minor and major injuries in the office.
Common Kinds Of Office Accident
- Repetitive Strain Injuries (sometimes called upper-limb related disorders) are those which cause pain in the wrists, arms, neck and back for office workers who are required to carry out repetitive typing or manual tasks, without adequate breaks or correct workstation assessments
- Tripping accidents e.g. tripping over carpet that has not been laid correctly
- Slipping over wet surfaces that have not been cleaned and dried properly or without correct warning signs displayed
- Electrical accidents can happen in kitchens used by office workers. For example, you may be electrocuted from a faulty toaster that has not been PAT tested
- Exposed cables lying around can pose another electrocution risk as well as a tripping hazard in the office
- Lifting can cause back problems if not done correctly. For instance, you could pick up a heavy box of stationery and pull a muscle in your back
- What Does My Employer Need To Do To Prevent Injuries In The Office?
- Your employer, like all other employers, will need to make sure they are complying with health and safety measures designed to provide maximum safety in the office.
Employers and Injuries In The Office
The Health and Safety Executive has strict guidelines which employers must adhere to in order to ensure the safety of their employees. If these are not carried out then they can be deemed responsible for injuries in the office.
If you have been unable to work or carry on doing your previous job then you could be entitled to make a claim. Also, if you have suffered pain on suffering on a minor or major level then it is also worth considering starting a compensation case.
Time limits do apply for most personal injury claims so it is advisable to speak to an accident injury lawyer as soon as possible.
Making A Personal Injury Claim For Injuries In The Office
You may be entitled to compensation for a range of compensation claims under accident claims. Our experts will help assess your potential claim going forwards and provide you with proficient advice.
Contact First Personal Injury to discuss your potential compensation claim today by ringing 0333 358 2345 or by filling out the online claims form.