Machinery injury claims

What causes machine related injuries?

Unfortunately, there are many things that can lead to machine related injuries at work, including:

• Poor training or supervision - a lack of training or supervision for people using dangerous machinery may lead to accidents that could have been prevented
• Poor maintenance - if machinery has not been looked after properly, faults and failures can occur which may lead to injuries
• User error - if another person is not following guidelines on how to operate a vehicle, it could lead to an accident
• Protective equipment - employers must provide personal protective equipment (PPE) to their staff to make sure they are safe on the job, this may include hard hats, gloves, goggles, boots and high-vis clothing
• Machine failure - electrical equipment must be PAT tested regularly to make sure it is safe to use
• Vehicle accidents - for example a collision may occur if a forklift truck driver is not paying attention

It's important that your employer puts things in place to reduce the chances of machine accidents happening at work. For example, all equipment must be suitable for use, kept in a safe condition and checked regularly by a competent person. Plus, measures should be in place to reduce the risks that come with operating dangerous machinery. You can find out more about this in the “Providing and using work equipment safely” guide by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), which explains the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.

What are the most common injuries caused by machinery?

There can be many injuries caused by machinery, from minor to severe and even life-threatening. You may be able to claim compensation if you've had machine related injuries such as:

• Cuts and lacerations - usually caused when coming into contact with machinery
• Bruising and fractures - if someone is struck by a machine, or if a limb or finger is caught in a moving part
• Burns - for instance burns caused by hot steam or freezing cold elements
• Electrical shock - if a machine is poorly maintained
• Eye injuries - for example if a faulty part strikes someone in the face
• Head and neck injuries - if a collision happens when driving a machine like a forklift truck
• Fume inhalation - people can become ill or damage their internal organs if they inhale toxic fumes

It's really important that businesses have measures in place to reduce the likelihood of injuries caused by machinery in the workplace. A report by HSE into accident statistics in Great Britain found that 10% of non-fatal injuries were due to being struck by a moving object and 4% were caused by contact with moving machinery. If you have suffered machine related injuries after an accident that wasn't your fault, we're here to help you make it right.

Tragically, sometimes machine related injuries can be fatal. If your loved one has died after a machinery injury please get in touch with us on , or request a call back, you may be able to make a compensation claim on their behalf. We know that this can't take away what's happened, but it may help to ease any financial pressure you're facing. For instance, we may be able to help you get compensation to cover funeral costs, legal fees and other expenses.

Am I eligible to make a dangerous machinery accident claim?

If you were injured in the last three years because of dangerous machinery at work, you may be able to make a no win no fee accident claim for compensation. In the case of a no win no fee claim, you will need to have suitable insurance in place, but we can arrange this for you.

We understand that making a claim against your employer may be daunting, and you may be worried about what will happen afterwards. Rest assured that you will not need to leave your job − there are laws in place to make sure you aren't treated any differently and you can't be sacked because you made a claim after a machinery injury. There's also no need to worry about your employer being able to pay the compensation, as all businesses must have employers' liability insurance to cover the costs of potential claims made against them.

Please don't hesitate to speak to us about any concerns you may have. We're here to help you get back on track and will explain everything in detail to you before you start a dangerous machinery injury compensation claim. We'll listen to what happened and let you know if we think you have grounds to claim - and give you advice on what to do next. No pressure, no rush. You decide if you'd like to go ahead in your own time.

If you'd like to know more about making dangerous machinery claims, get in touch with our friendly firm of solicitors for a free and confidential chat on or you can start your claim online today.

How do I make dangerous machinery claims?

If you're thinking about making a no win no fee machinery accident claim, or simply want to chat things through with our friendly team, simply get in touch with us. You can give us a ring on , request a call back, or start your claim online today.

We'll talk about your machinery injury, how it happened, what treatment you've received and so on. Then, we'll let you know if we can take your case on and give you free advice on what to do next. If you decide you'd like to make a dangerous machinery work accident claim, just let us know and we'll get the process started.

We want to take the stress out of making a claim, so we're here every step of the way and can answer any questions you have throughout your case. Plus, you can track the status of your claim anytime, anywhere using our online platform MyAccount - making it quicker and easier than ever to see what's happening with your case.

To find out more on making dangerous machinery claims, get in touch with our expert solicitors working within our team today and we'll be happy to help.