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Kevin Digby - Accident compensation solicitor
Work accident compensation solicitor - Plymouth
Based in our Plymouth office, Kevin is a solicitor who takes great pleasure in securing the maximum accident compensation for his clients when they have been injured through the actions, or lack of them, by his client’s employers. in particular the emergency services.
Kevin’s extensive knowledge and experience provides him with a clear insight into how accidents at work can occur. His experience covers such accident compensation claims as manual handling injuries, slips, trips and falls, being hit by moving or falling objects, and accidents involving faulty machinery or equipment.
In addition, Kevin has obtained significant knowledge of compensation claims which result from injuries and occupational diseases caused by exposure to harmful substances (such as Dermatitis and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).
Kevin’s proven record of successfully fighting work accident compensation claims will ensure that you receive the maximum and fair compensation for you and your family. In the last two years alone, Kevin has secured almost £700,000 in accident compensation for his clients. Where necessary, he will have no hesitation in issuing court proceedings if the other side refused to negotiate an acceptable settlement.
Kevin is a member of APIL (The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers)
Successful work accident compensation claims
Below are just a few examples of the successful compensation claims that Kevin has won.
Work accident compensation claim – Crushing injury from falling objects
This accident at work happened as the result of the client’s employer failing to ensure staff were correctly trained and that items in the workplace were correctly and safely stored. Kevin’s client was injured when he was moving a heavy piece of equipment. As he did so a number of objects stacked in a rack behind the equipment, and totalling about a tonne in weight, fell over and crushed his foot.
The injury to Kevin’s client included several fractures to his foot and he was unable to work for some considerable time.
Kevin fought this case on the grounds that the employer had breached their duty to ensure his client was provided with a safe working environment and safe and competent fellow employees. Contrary to
the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, the employer had failed to take suitable and effective measures to prevent Kevin’s client from being struck by falling objects.
Kevin was able to negotiate substantial work accident compensation for his client, which included a sum for the loss of earnings during his recovery.
Work accident compensation claim – Manual handling injury
Kevin was asked to represent this client in claiming accident compensation for an injury he suffered in an accident at work. With the help of a colleague, Kevin’s client was attempting to lift a box out of a machine during essential maintenance. The lift was not only difficult because the box was large and heavy, but the action to manoeuvre it out was awkward. Kevin’s client had to stand on the machine and reach down, lifting the box from below foot level.
As he lifted the box, he felt a popping sensation in his back and was immediately in great pain. This was an accident at work that could have been easily avoided by providing a mechanical lifting hoist and the employer was in clear breach of the Manual Handling Regulations. These provide clear guidelines on the weight restrictions that apply and the type and frequency of manual handling training required to ensure the risk to employees is minimised if not entirely removed.
The defendant refused to accept liability for his client’s injury, despite there being several witnesses to this accident at work. When they made a derisory offer, Kevin stood firm and obtained more than four times their original offer in accident compensation.
Occupational disease compensation claim – Dermatitis
Kevin’s client in this occupational disease claim had developed dermatitis when her employer had introduced a new hand lotion. This was a much purer alcohol gel, more abrasive than the one previously provided, and users should have been advised on how it should have been used, how much should be used and that hands needed to be moisturised after the lotion was used.
Kevin’s client developed occupational dermatitis on both hands and has been left with a lifetime vulnerability to sensitivity to other chemicals. Had proper training been provided, and essential patch testing carried out before the product was introduced, it would have been known that there was a high risk of injury such as that suffered by Kevin’s client. Her injury could have easily been avoided had these simple precautions been followed.
The employer’s actions were a clear breach of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and given the long-term debilitating effects on his client, Kevin was determined to secure substantial compensation, which he was able to do.
Comments from accident compensation clients
Here are just a couple of examples of expressions of gratitude to Kevin for securing accident compensation for his clients.
"i wish to acknowledge receipt of the cheque received today and at the same time thank … for their services with regard to my claim. Kevin in particular kept me advised at frequent intervals which was much appreciated."
Recipient of accident compensation awarded under the Occupiers Liability Act
"I was very satisfied with Kevin Digby's diligence and professionalism in achieving a satisfactory outcome."
Victim of an accident covered by the Occupiers Liability Act and common law negligence, received accident compensation
"Dear Kevin, You have been most supportive throughout my case, and this has helped me believing in a positive outcome. You have delivered a first class service and I can only praise you for your professionalism. I am very grateful to you for all you have done …. Thank you very much indeed! "
Kevin secured work accident compensation for this client when he suffered severe burns in an accident at work
Making an accident compensation claim
You will receive 100% of the compensation awarded if you do have a valid work accident 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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