Ladders can be dangerous pieces of equipment and are responsible for serious injuries every year. Many jobs require that staff use ladders, but unfortunately, in many instances, not enough is done to try and reduce the risks ladders cause and keep employees safe.
If you have been involved in a fall from ladders at work, then you could be entitled to claim compensation.
No Win No Fee Personal Injury Claims
We offer a free consultation with one of our friendly solicitors to get the ball rolling. After you’ve told us what happened, we’ll provide you with expert legal advice at no cost to you.
The Work at Height Regulations came into force in 2005. These detailed regulations state that when an employee is required to go up a ladder, their employer has a duty to make a safe plan, assess the risks and supervise the work. The employer must also consider whether a ladder is the correct piece of equipment for work at height when other safer methods could be used.
Common injuries caused by falls from ladders include broken bones (particularly heel fractures) and head injuries, which can lead to brain injuries. These sorts of injuries can mean permanent problems for people, who will likely be unable to work for extended periods and are likely to need significant rehabilitation and help from friends and family. Our expert Solicitors will carefully guide you through the claims process and do all we can to ensure you get private treatment to speed up your recovery. We will carefully analyse your financial losses and guide you through the negotiation to ensure you maximise your compensation.
Case Study: £250,000 for Heel/Calcaneal Fractures
We have just settled a complex case for a gentleman who suffered a double heel fracture, known as a calcaneal fracture after he fell from a outside roof whilst painting a house for his employer.
Accidents at Work
We can help you claim compensation for your injuries and any associated financial losses. These losses can include loss of earnings, medical costs and help received from friends and family. Whatever losses you have suffered, we will be able to advise you.
There are many ways in which you can be injured at work, such as in factory and warehouse accidents, construction accidents, or accidents caused by defective equipment or insufficient training. There are many other examples so for expert advice get in touch.
No Win No Fee Personal Injury Claims
We want to make your claim process a smooth one. That’s why we offer a free consultation with one of our friendly solicitors to get the ball rolling. After you’ve told us what happened, we’ll provide you with expert legal advice at no cost to you. We also operate a no win, no fee policy here at Taylor Emmet.
More information
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 – legislation.gov.uk
The Law | The Work at Height Regulations 2005 – hse.gov.uk
