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Defective Machinery at Work Claims
Anyone who works with machinery will understand the importance of equipment being kept in good working order. Defective machinery at work not only has the potential to negatively affect the day to day running of a business, it can also represent a significant danger to employees.
Employers have a duty of care to their staff, to make sure they are safe. They must ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to prevent accidents and injuries occurring, including keeping machinery and equipment safe to work with. Regular servicing and maintaince is essential to ensure equipment remains in good working order. This is particularly important in preventing workplace accidents such as factory accidents , construction accidents or industrial accidents where the machinery can be very sharp, heavy etc. or workers could be working at height ( ie on ladders or scaffolding).
If an employer does not properly maintain machinery or equipment, and as a result a member of staff injures themself, then there is a strong chance that the employee will be able to make a claim for personal injury compensation. It is vital that anyone who is injured while using machinery or equipment in the workplace speaks to a workplace accident claim specialist to ensure they get the best advice on the next steps to take.
Pinto Potts Solicitors are experts when it comes to dealing with workplace injury claims and organising private medical treatment for people who have been injured at work. We have particular expertise when it comes to dealing with claims for people who have been hurt while using defective machinery at work.
If you, or a family member have been hurt in an accident at work , our team of legal experts can provide you with free specialist legal advice about making a claim and provide access to the best possible medical attention to help you recover as quickly as possible. We are here to help.
All claims are handled on a no win, no fee basis. If successful, you will recieve 100% of your compensation.
Call us today at 0800 316 4434. or fill in our online form, and we will contact you promptly.
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