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Vincent Reynolds – Occupational disease solicitor
London senior occupational disease solicitor
During his career, Vincent has represented clients in several regions of the UK, including West London and South West England, but is currently based at our Central London office. Only ever representing injured people, Vincent is considered to be very approachable, sympathetic and possess the essential skill of being a good listener.
Vincent believes in explaining to his clients, the intricate legal issues regarding any personal injury compensation claim, in laymans terms, so that they understand from the beginning what the claim process will involve. He strives to make the process of litigation as stress-free as possible, whilst seeking the maximum damages on their behalf.
Vincent has particular experience of occupational deafness caused by negligent exposure to high noise levels in the workplace. Many of the compensation claims that he has successfully concluded have involved multi-party claims, with several and sometimes many claimants seeking compensation for injury caused by a single event, or under the same circumstances over a period of time.
However, Vincent’s experience in this field is not limited to occupational deafness claims, but he has also developed extensive knowledge of the COSHH regulations which are involved when a client has been exposed to a hazardous substance and developed an occupational disease as a result.
He also handles all types of accidents at work and claims involving Occupier Liability or Public Liability. Claims for which he has successfully secured work accident compensation have included assaults at work, falls from height, and manual handling accidents. Other types of claims he has won include slips, trips and falls, accidents which occur on private property or in public buildings, typically to members of the public or non-employee visitors. Whether you are employed in the building or not, the owner or operator has a duty of care to make sure you are not exposed to risk whilst on their premises.
Successful compensation claims
Of the many successful personal injury compensation claims that Vincent has dealt with, here are just a few examples.
Occupational disease compensation claim – Noise induced deafness
Vincent was able to negotiate £25,000 in occupational disease compensation for this client who suffered severe hearing loss as a result of a colleague's disregard for his client’s health and safety. Although his client’s employer admitted liability for his employee’s actions, the other side’s insurers refused to submit an acceptable offer in occupational disease compensation. Vincent was forced to issue court proceedings, but was then able to settle the claim for a sum acceptable to his client.
A maintenance engineer, Vincent’s client was working in a tunnel when another employee drove an engineering train into the tunnel and sounded a two-tone horn just a few feet from where he was standing. Given the confined space, the sound of the horn was amplified tenfold and left Vincent’s client and another colleague with their ears ringing.
Following this injury at work, Vincent’s client found it difficult to hear things clearly, and follow conversations, and he suffered dizziness and nausea. It also became clear that his reduced level of hearing prevented him passing the annual safety critical test. His client was subsequently made redundant and found that he was unable to obtain similar employment without a safety critical certificate.
Work accident compensation claim – Needlestick injury
A worker in a postal sorting depot, Vincent’s client was injured when he was sorting mail, which should already have been classified as clean, i.e. checked for harmful debris and other substances.
As he was pulling mail from the sack, he felt a sharp pain in his wrist and realised that he had been stabbed by a used syringe. Believing the mail to be “clean”, Vincent’s client had not been wearing gloves. Even had he been wearing them, they would not have protected him that far up his wrist. In addition to the immediate injury, causing pain and swelling at the site of the injury, and pins and needles in his hand, Vincent’s client also suffered anxiety and depression as he waited the many months before tests confirmed that he had not been infected by the needle.
His client was deeply affected by this needlestick injury, and felt unable to return to work in the same area, fearing further injury. His employment was eventually terminated by the defendant and he has found it difficult to find alternative, satisfying employment.
Vincent did not hesitate to issue court proceedings when the other side refused to admit liability, but prior to trial was able to negotiate a substantial sum in work accident compensation for his client.
Client comments
Here are just a few expressions of grateful thanks from clients following Vincent's successful handling of their compensation claim.
"I found the the quality of service was extremely good. … was informed that my claim could be settled out of court which Mr Reynolds had said . … In the beginning I was told by Mr Reynolds that I had a very good chance of claiming compensation and I trusted him all the way. I would like to thank him for all the work he has done in helping me to get to the end of my 'journey'. He has alway been at the end of a phone when I have had to ask him any questions regarding my claim and that also goes for all the staff …. They have done a extremely good job and my thanks go out to them. THANK YOU."
Vincent secured work accident compensation for this client who slipped and suffered serious back and knee injuries when a water leak was left unchecked
"My case was handled from start to finish in a very professional manner. Concise advise was given when required my myself."
This client suffered injury to his scalp in an accident at work. Vincent secured work accident compensation for his client
"Thank you for your help with this matter I found Mr Reynolds to be very helpful at all times."
Vincent secured manual handling compensation for this client who was injured when she was asked to manage a patient who had been risk assessed as needing two carers
"I was very pleased with all your help and assistance in my claim!! Thanking you very much."
This client was injured when a valve failed on a piece of equipment that he was working on, causing hot water to blow out. He received work accident compensation
"I was very happy with the way Vincent Reynolds handled my case and the regular updates I received from him how my case was progressing . Being able to contact him by email was a real boon and I was very pleased with the eventual outcome."
This client received work accident compensation when he was injured by an unsecured heavy load falling on him as it was being moved through the workplace
"Both my wife and I found Mr Reynolds very professioanl whilst representing my wife. He kept me well informed and I thank him for that. Best Regards."
Vincent secured public liability compensation for this client when she tripped and fell on an uneven pavement
Making a compensation claim for occupational diseases
Are you or a member of your family suffering from an occupational disease? Or have you suffered an accident or assault at work? You will receive 100% of the compensation awarded if you do have a valid personal injury compensation claim and you decide to instruct Clear Answers to deal with the matter for you.
We will recover our legal fees from the person responsible for your injury, ensuring that the entire procedure is cost-free for yourself. Telephone us now on 0800 783 9019 or complete one of our online compensation claim forms, and a representative will contact you as soon as possible.
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