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Most of us spend at least 30%-40% of our waking lives in the workplace, it is therefore inevitable that accidents will occur - sometimes through no apparent fault of the employer. However the employer is liable for almost all accidents that happen involving their employees whether they be the result of bad working practices or the negligence of another employee. There are very few situations where the employer can deflect liability - if you are unsure, then get your case reviewed by a workplace accident compensation specialist solicitor. Most will offer you a free consultation either in person or over the phone with no obligation to use their services (always ask!) and even if you do choose to use them there will generally be no costs to you whether the case wins or loses. Not all solicitors work this way so make sure and ask clear questions regarding fees that might be incurred both during and after the case.

A large portion of workplace related accidents occur where the employment requires a job to be performed out-with a regular place of work such as: a construction site, mobile security, transport, installation services and so on. There are less accidental injuries in fixed workplaces such as office complexes, factories or retail stores. Unlike repetitive strain injuries, being injured at work is normally the result of the negligence or bad working practices of other employees as opposed to general poor Health and Safety measures. Just because it is not directly your employer's fault that the incident occurred, it does not mean that you cannot be compensated. As an employee it is your right to work in a safe environment and it is the duty of your employers to provide that safety. It is also the duty of your employer to provide adequate insurance to help with their employees who are injured in the work-place.

Having an accident at your place of work is fairly common and, just like driving, every employer should have the appropriate insurance cover. A compensation claim for injuries in the workplace, therefore, should not cause any undue distress to the employee in the form of "pressure" not to make such a claim. It is the employees right to receive, and the employer's duty to provide, all the support and assistance required in making a claim against that employer's insurance policy. An injury resulting from an actual accident in the work place is far easier to prove than allegations such as stress or RSI which even the best lawyers struggle with. Workplace accident claimants are far more likely to receive compensation.

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