Accident at work compensation for worker injured by moving vehicle

Our specialist accident at work lawyer was able to secure over £200,000 in accident at work compensation for this seriously injured client. He was working in a site compound when a van, driven by another employee, struck him from behind and drove over his leg.

Injuries suffered in the accident at work

Our client was taken immediately to hospital and underwent x-rays and a scan. These revealed that he had several fractures to his leg and that he had sustained a very serious injury. He had to undergo an operation to insert a pin through the bone to correct the damage.

When he was released from hospital, our client was only able to walk with the aid of crutches and for only short distances at a time. Longer journeys required him to use a wheelchair, and he has been advised that his recovery may take some time.

Causes of the accident at work

Our client had been correctly dressed with high visibility clothing, hard hat and protective boots. However, the investigation of the accident revealed that there had been no designated safe routes for pedestrians, or separate routes for vehicles travelling around the site. This has since been corrected with the addition of a fence to manage traffic access to the site, as well as levelling of the previously uneven surface throughout the whole site.

Accident at work compensation

Although the defendant admitted liability for this accident at work, we were forced to issue court proceedings in order to negotiate a fair sum in accident at work compensation. Shortly before the trial date, the other side made an offer in excess of £200,000, which our client accepted on our advice.

Making an accident at work compensation claim

Clear Answers' solicitors will be happy to provide you with expert legal advice, and our specialist personal injury lawyers will talk you through the claims process in plain English. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding your claim.

We have extensive experience in all types of accident at work compensation claims. Whether an accident at work was due to negligence on the part of an employer, or some other cause, Clear Answers’ lawyers have teams of specialists waiting to help you, should you decide to instruct us to represent you in your accident compensation claim.

The person responsible for the accident or injury will pay our legal fees - our service will be cost-free for you and you will receive 100% of your compensation.

If you or a family member has been injured in these circumstances, please ring us on 0800 783 9019 and speak to one of our advisers. Alternatively, if you prefer to complete one of our online compensation claim forms, one of our representatives will contact you as quickly as possible.

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