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Office Accident Claims – How Much Compensation Could I Claim?

You may be eligible to make an office accident claim for personal injury compensation if you’ve been injured at work due to your employer’s negligence. In such a claim, you could be compensated Office Injuryfor your injuries as well as any financial losses that you’ve incurred.

In our office accident claims guide we will take a look at the different types of scenarios that could lead to an injury in your place of work, explain why you might be entitled to compensation, and provide some example compensation figures.

We are fortunate to have a team of personal injury solicitors with up to 30 years of experience processing claims on behalf of clients. They work on a No Win No Fee basis for compensation claims they take on and will always strive to achieve the maximum compensation possible in all cases.

When you’ve read our guide on office accident claims, please don’t hesitate to call and speak to our specialists for advice on your options on 0800 6524 881.

Am I Eligible To Make An Office Accident Claim?

Some accidents in the office unfortunately just happen. In these cases where there is nobody else at fault, it might not be possible for you to claim compensation. To claim compensation for an office-based accident, you’ll need to show that:

  • You were owed a duty of care (this is always the case in employer/employee relationships); and
  • Your employer caused an office accident because they were negligent; and
  • You sustained an injury or were made ill as a result of that accident.

Whatever type of accident you’re involved with (we’ll provide some examples next), you’ll need evidence to support an office accident claim, as detailed in a later section.

Common Causes Of Injuries From Accidents In Offices

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, employers need to risk assess workplaces regularly and try to reduce any dangers that are identified in their offices. If they fail to do so, then you could be compensated for any injuries caused by their negligence. The types of negligence that could lead to office accident claims include:

This list is not conclusive as there are too many scenarios to list here. However, we can help you claim compensation if you’re injured in an office so long as you can show how it was caused by somebody else’s negligence.

Office Accident Claims Time Limits

All personal injury claims are bound by time limits. That means, in most cases, you’ll need to claim within 3-years of your accident occurring. We think it’s a lot easier if your office accident claim is submitted sooner rather than later. By doing so, you should find it easier to recall what happened. Also, your solicitor needs sufficient time to gather evidence such as medical records and witness statements to back up your claim.

In some cases, the 3-year time limit will not start until your date of knowledge. This is the day that your injuries have been diagnosed by a doctor. For example, if you were to claim compensation for RSI, you wouldn’t necessarily know why you were suffering symptoms for some time. Therefore, you could claim from when your doctor told you about your condition and how it was linked to your job.

If your employer admits liability for your office accident and your injuries, it is possible for claims to be resolved within a few months. Where objections are raised or further evidence is required to prove who was to blame, the claims process can take longer.

If you would like us to check how long you have to make an office accident claim, please do call our team today. You’ll be provided a free consultation and given advice on what to do next.

Evidence To Support An Office Accident Claim

If you are injured in an accident in your office, we’d advise you to do the following (if possible) to help support your claim:

  • Accident report. Ensure the incident is recorded in your employer’s accident book. This serves as an official record of the accident happening at your office.
  • Medical records. Get medical attention immediately following the office accident. Medical records and reports from your visits will detail the injuries sustained and treatments prescribed, providing a direct link between the accident and your injuries.
  • Witness statements. If colleagues in your office or other persons witnessed the accident, their accounts could support your version of events. Collect the names and contact details of witnesses who can back up your account of what happened.
  • Photographic evidence. Take photographs of where you were injured in the office, including any hazards that contributed to the accident, and also of your injuries. Photos can be powerful evidence of the conditions leading to your accident and the severity of your injuries.
  • CCTV footage. If the accident was captured on CCTV, request access to this footage. It can provide an unbiased account of the accident and help establish liability.
  • Correspondence. Save copies of any emails or letters exchanged with your employer about the accident or your injuries, as well as any correspondence with medical professionals.
  • Financial records. If you’ve suffered a loss of earnings or incurred additional costs (e.g., for treatments not covered by the NHS), keep any evidence of this such as payslips, invoices, and receipts.
  • A personal diary. Keep a detailed diary noting how your injuries have affected your daily life, including pain levels, mobility issues, and any psychological impact.

Medical records and accident reports are really useful pieces of evidence in office accident claims. They can make it very difficult for an employer to deny that the accident took place and that you were injured. It not only helps in establishing the facts around the accident but also in accurately assessing the compensation due for the injuries and losses suffered.

If you’d like us to take a look at what evidence you have already obtained, please call our advisors today.

How Much Compensation For An Accident In An Office Could I Claim?

There are many elements that make up an office accident claim. As such, it’s not possible to explain exactly what compensation you’ll be paid in this guide. However, if your case is taken on, your solicitor will explain how much they’ll be able to request on your behalf after they have assessed everything in detail. The types of compensation you could include in your claim are:

  • General damages – to cover your pain, suffering, and loss of amenity.
  • Special damages – costs, financial losses or expenses incurred because of the office accident. These might include travel costs, medical expenses, lost earnings, and care costs.

The amount awarded for general damages is partly based on the severity of your injuries. To help prove this, you may need an independent medical assessment. Your solicitor will look to book this locally with an independent medical expert so that you won’t have to travel very far. More in-depth information of these damages can be found on this page.

We are happy to review any office accident claim for free so please contact us today and let us know what happened in your case.

Office Injury Compensation Calculator

In this section, it’s time to consider what amount of compensation might be payable for injuries sustained in an office accident for general damages. As mentioned above, settlement amounts will vary from case to case. However, we have provided a compensation calculator with a wide range of injuries below. The data displayed is based upon the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) as this is useful to personal injury solicitors when calculating compensation for an office accident claim.

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*Estimates are based upon the severity of the injury and should be used as a guide only.

Unfortunately, it’s not possible to include every single injury in our calculator so don’t worry if you don’t see yours listed. When you speak with an advisor, they may be able to let you know the relevant figures from the Judicial College that relate to your injuries. Please be aware that if you win your office accident claim, there isn’t any guarantee that you’ll receive the amounts listed. Therefore, please use them as guidelines only.

We can check whether your claim is eligible for our No Win No Fee service when you call our team. If it is, we’ll appoint a solicitor to represent you right away.

Will My Employer Sack Me For Filing An Office Accident Claim?

Importantly, you should not worry about claiming compensation against your employer for a preventable accident in an office. Firstly, they should have an Employers’ Liability Insurance in place so your claim won’t affect company profits. Secondly, it is illegal for you to be demoted, dismissed, or treated differently because you’ve made a legitimate claim.

How Long Does The Office Accident Claims Process Take?

The duration of the office accident claim process in the UK can vary significantly depending on several factors, including the complexity of the case, the severity of the injuries, and whether liability is disputed by the employer or their insurance company. Here’s a general breakdown of what to expect:

  • Straightforward cases. If your injuries are minor and liability is accepted by your employer, an office accident claim might be resolved within a few months. These cases are simpler because there’s less dispute over the facts and the compensation can be agreed upon more quickly.
  • Moderate cases. For injuries that are more serious but do not involve highly complex legal or medical issues, and where liability is eventually accepted (perhaps after some initial dispute), claims may take between 6 to 18 months to settle.
  • Complex cases. If your injuries are severe, resulting in long-term or permanent disability, or if there’s a significant dispute over liability, the claim process can extend beyond 18 months. These cases often require detailed evidence gathering, including expert medical opinions, and may need to go to court to be resolved.
  • Disputed liability. When an employer or their insurance company disputes liability for the accident, this can prolong the process. Negotiations and possibly court proceedings can add significant time to the claim.
  • Interim payments. In cases where liability has been admitted but a final settlement is delayed, you might be able to receive interim payments. These are partial payments to cover immediate financial needs, such as medical treatment or loss of earnings, while the claim is still being processed.
  • Final settlement. The time to reach a final settlement also depends on your recovery. It’s often advisable to wait until a full medical prognosis is clear to ensure that any compensation covers all your needs, including long-term care and loss of future earnings, if applicable.

As you can see, it’s not possible to give a definitive answer for how long the office accident claims process may take. However, please contact us if you’d like to speak with a solicitor who can provide a more accurate timeline based on the specifics of your case.

Starting The Office Accident Claims Process

We hope that we have explained when it might be possible for you to seek compensation for injuries sustained in an office. It’s important to realise that your employer won’t typically deal with the claim themselves. Instead, it will almost certainly be passed to an insurance company. That’s important because insurers won’t want to pay anything unless there is clear evidence to show how their client was responsible for both the office accident and your injuries. We believe the best chance of achieving a successful outcome to your claim is to have specialist legal representation.

If you’re ready to start the office accident claims process and we agree to represent you on a No Win No fee basis (explained further here), your solicitor will use their legal acumen to present a clear and concise claim on your behalf. Where needed, they’ll try to counter any objections by providing supplementary evidence. You will be updated regularly about any progress and have the ability to ask any questions.

If you’d like to see whether we could help you claim compensation for an office accident why not call us on 0800 6524 881. Remember, we provide a No Win No Fee service for all accepted office accident claims, so you won’t pay any solicitor’s fees unless you are compensated.

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