Accident at Work Solicitors in London

Workplace accidents in London

First4Lawyers handled 359 workplace accident enquiries from East London and 344 from South East London over a 10-year period. This puts the two areas into the top 10 workplace accident hotspots in the UK, according to our internal data. 

But wherever you live in London, our local solicitors are here to support you. Whether you’ve suffered a fall from height or a manual handling injury, we’ll help you find the right legal support.

How do I make an accident at work claim?

If you’ve been injured at work, there are a few steps you should take:

• Get medical attention

Your wellbeing comes first. So you should make sure to see a medical professional before doing anything else. This could also help if you decide to make a claim as your medical records could be used as evidence.

• Inform your employer and log the incident

Notify your supervisor or line manager about what happened. Make sure the details of the incident are logged in your workplace’s official accident log – including the time, date and location.

• Document relevant details

You should also try to keep your own record of events. Write down how the accident happened and any factors that contributed to it. If there were witnesses, note down their names and contact information – their accounts could be helpful if you make a claim.

• Keep track of expenses

Accidents can often lead to unexpected expenses. Keep a record of anything you’ve had to pay for as a result of your injuries – including medication, mobility aids or transportation costs to and from medical appointments.

• Contact our team

Get in touch with us to find out if you could be entitled to compensation. If you have a case, we’ll put you in contact with an expert No Win No Fee solicitor in your area.

Can I be fired for making an accident at work claim?

We understand you might have concerns about making a claim against your employer. But there are laws in place to protect you.

Legally, your employer isn’t allowed to dismiss you or treat you any differently for making a claim. If they do, they could be opening themselves up for further legal action – like an unfair dismissal claim.

Our solicitors in London will do all they can to make the claims process as stress-free as possible. So you can focus on getting better.

How will I pay for an accident at work claim?

Legal support should be available to everyone, not just those who can afford it. This is where No Win No Fee agreements come in.

With a No Win No Fee arrangement, you won’t need to pay anything at the beginning of your case. This means you can concentrate on your recovery, rather than worrying about legal expenses.

If your claim doesn’t succeed, you won’t be charged for your solicitor’s time. It’s a risk-free way to pursue compensation after being injured through someone else’s negligence at work.

In successful No Win No Fee cases, solicitors will usually take up to 25% of your final compensation amount to cover their costs. Your solicitor will explain their policy and fees to you at the start of the process, so there won’t be any surprises.

To find out how our accident at work solicitors in London could help you, get in touch with us.

We’ll ask a few straightforward questions about what happened and talk you through your options.

Luke Danforth, Legal Services Team Leader:

“We work with an experienced network of solicitors at First4Lawyers, and they’re able to offer assistance for most compensation claims on a No Win No Fee basis.

“Our clients have ease of access to a free initial consultation and to our wide range of legal services. We only work with reputable solicitors who are specialists in their field, so you can rest assured that you’re in expert hands.”