Machine Injury Claims

If you have been injured at work due to faulty or defective equipment, or have been electrocuted at work, it is simple to start your machine injury compensation claim with Compare Compensation Claims.

When you have suffered from an injury, this can cause both physical and emotional suffering, and have a big financial impact.  We are here to help put it right.

Claiming compensation for machinery accident and electrocution at work

When you are working with machinery your employer is required to ensure the machinery is serviced and in good working order, employers also have a legal duty to protect you from any electrocution hazards by ensuring equipment is safe and maintained.

Your employer is required to ensure you have appropriate training and supervision and the right kind of personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with machinery or electrical equipment.

If you have been injured through no fault of your own while working with machinery or electrical equipment you may be entitled to claim compensation.

Give us a call on Freephone 0800 688 9553 to speak with a specialist personal injury solicitor for free, no-obligation advice about your situation. We’re also here to help make sure you get access to the right medical treatment and rehabilitation support to aid your recovery.

Machinery injury and electrocution at work compensation 

The amount of machinery injury compensation or electrocution at work compensation depends on the extent of your injuries and your pain, suffering and loss of amenity.   The compensation for the injury itself is known as ‘general damages’ This can include both physical and psychological injuries.

You will also be able to claim for any expenses you have incurred and financial loss such as loss of earnings which is known as ‘special damages’.

There are a number of injuries that can be related to machinery accidents or electrocution at work. The following compensation brackets for general damages in these injuries are in accordance with the 17^th edition of the JC Guidelines:

Machinery accident injuries and electrocution at work injuries 

Machine accident injuries include:

●   cuts and lacerations

●   serious injuries from amputations

●   crush injuries

●   entanglement injuries

●   impact injuries

●   injuries such as material being ejected into the eye.

Electrocution at work can cause a range of injuries from burns and muscle spasms to severe issues such as cardiac arrest, brain damage and neurological disorders.

Claims process stages 

The stages of a claim generally involve the following steps:

 1.  Investigation – the initial stage involves your legal representatives undertaking investigations and gathering evidence to assist in your claim.

2.  Medical examination – a medical examination appointment will be arranged for you. The medical report will be used by your solicitor to value your personal injury claim and request any private treatment recommended.

3.  Claim submitted on MOJ portal – your solicitor will submit an employer liability claim on the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) Portal. A claim may be issued directly if this falls outside of the values dealt with by the MOJ protocol.

4.  Liability and settlement – where liability is admitted by the defendant’s representatives (fault or negligence is accepted) evidence will be exchanged and a settlement will be negotiated on your behalf. Your solicitors would advise you if the amount offered is fair and reasonable and help you decide whether to accept this.

5.  Court action – if liability is not admitted or the compensation offered is not agreed, then court action may be necessary. In this case your solicitors would advise you at each stage and represent you in any proceedings.

Funding your Claim

Compare Compensation Claims wants to ensure you get the best deal possible. That’s why all our panel solicitors offer a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA) which means that any fee charged is conditional on you succeeding in your claim.  This is also known as a ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreement.

Therefore, you will generally only pay a fee if your claim is successful and you receive compensation.  If your claim is not successful then providing you have followed the terms and conditions of the agreement, no fees will be payable.

If your solicitors are successful in bringing your claim and you receive compensation, the solicitor will charge you a success fee.  The success fee percentage is capped by law at 25% of the compensation amount recovered.

Job security and legal rights

We understand that you may be worried about claiming against your employer.  However, you have a legal right to claim, and your employer must have insurance in place to cover any claims made.  It will be the insurer that pays the claim and not your employer directly.

Your employer can not treat you unfairly or dismiss you for making a claim as there are strict laws in place to protect you when making a personal injury claim.

If you have been injured through no fault of your own, then compensation can help cover the financial losses you have suffered and to help with your recovery.

Search our online directory to find a specialist machinery injury or electrocution at work solicitor to start a compensation claim.

Why Choose Compare Compensation Claims

We can help you make a claim by putting you in touch with one of our specialist panel solicitors: –

●   Free initial consultation offered without obligation. This can help you decide whether to proceed with a claim.

●   No win, no fee contract, so you do not pay a fee unless you receive compensation.

●   Nationally based solicitors operating throughout England and Wales.

●   Directory of highly rated solicitors with a proven track record of success in achieving the maximum amount of compensation for their clients.

●   All solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and members of the Law Society. There are solicitors who are also members of APIL (Association of Personal Injury Lawyers).

Contact us today to start your no obligatory machinery accident claim or electrocution at work compensation claim.

Machinery injury case study

Mr Woodsman contacted Compare Compensation Claims about an injury he suffered at work with a chop saw.  The accident happened on a construction site, which is a common place for these types of accidents to occur.  He lost part of his thumb and injured his index and middle finger in the accident.  We put him in touch with a specialist work accident compensation solicitor

The solicitors were able to assist Mr Woodsman with his recovery by arranging for private medical treatment.  A personal injury settlement for general damages was negotiated by his solicitors in the sum of £45,000, which was £30,000 more than he was initially offered.  He also received a special damages payment for his medical expenses and loss of earnings.

Read more about Mr Woodman’s experience.

Machinery injury and electrocution at work FAQs

How long do I have to make a machinery accident claim or electrocution injury claim

A claim must be brought within 3 years from the date of accident or date of knowledge. This is referred to as the limitation date for making a claim. However, there can be exceptions to this time limit, such as if you were a minor at the time of the accident. A personal injury solicitor will be able to advise you about the time you have to make a compensation claim and if there are any exceptions to the limitation date in your case.

Can my employer dismiss me for making a machine injury or electrocution injury accident claim?

No, there are strict employment laws in place to prevent your employer from dismissing you or treating you unfairly for making a machine injury compensation claim or electrocution injury claim.

How long will my machinery injury or electrocution at work claim take to settle?

Most claims on the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) Portal take 6-9 months to settle.  However, this can vary depending on the complexity of your case and the extent of your injuries.  Some cases can take a year or more, particularly if litigation is involved. Your solicitor should be able to give you an estimate, depending on your case.

 Can I claim for a machinery accident or electrocution at work if I was a contractor and not directly employed?

Yes, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 outlines a duty of care to self-employed contractors.  Even if you were not directly employed, the party in control of the workplace has a duty to ensure your safety. Where there has been a failure in ensuring safe conditions, you may be entitled to make a claim.