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Since January 2009, accident at work cases have fallen under the provisions of the Health and Safety (Offences) Act 2008.
The main provisions of this Act were to raise the maximum penalties that could be issued for health and safety breaches that lead to work injury and to add imprisonment as a sentencing option. The offences that could lead to these penalties being issued are unaltered by the Act.
One work accident solicitor was quoted as the act came into force as saying, "Failing to conduct a suitable risk assessment, or to keep floors free from trip and slip hazards, could now attract a fine of as much as £20,000, which is a massive increase on the previous level of £5,000.If an individual, such as a director, were to be charged with the same offence, they could also receive a prison sentence of up to 12 months."
The President of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health warned that its introduction during the credit crunch meant that firms must take the act seriously - "We've already seen many well-known high street firms collapse under the financial pressure of the economic climate. One needless accident during such challenging times could also spell the end for your company."
Alongside the Corporate Manslaughter Act 2007, this bill demonstrates the attention the Labour government has paid to personal injury occurring at work over two years. However, these acts are focused on preventing work accidents, rather than supporting the process of making a compensation claim as a result of an accident injury occurring while at work.
Finding the right personal injury solicitor after an accident at work
If you have been injured as a result of a work accident, and this is due to lack of training, another person's negligence, or another reason which is not your fault, then it is likely that you will be eligible to make a compensation claim.
With YouClaim, you can do so on a free basis. Your no win, no fee solicitor will never charge you a fee; your opponent's fee will not come to you; no other charges in a work injury case will fall at your feet. In a won case, the damages are all yours, under our 100 percent compensation guarantee.
To find out more about how we can help you, all you need do is speak to one of our knowledgeable advisors. You can reach them online, either through our claim form or our echat window, or simply by calling us direct, and for free, on 0800 10 757 95. We look forward to helping you claim the compensation you deserve after your accident at work.
