Claiming glass injury compensation with a personal injury solicitor
Every year thousands of people in the UK contact personal injury solicitors to make compensation claims for the injuries they have sustained in accidents involving glass.
Glass is everywhere; it is in our workplaces, in our cars, busses, public places, schools, nurseries and homes. We are never far from its dangers, yet we often underestimate its potential to cause serious injury.
Not all glass injuries require expert medical attention or the need for a no win, no fee claim; however, many personal injury solicitors in the UK represent claimants who seek compensation for glass injuries of varying severity.
The most minor of these glass injuries will require basic stitches, more serious injuries might cause damage to tendons or nerves, while those at the most severe end of the scale may even cause arterial or spinal damage.
There can be added complications if the glass that causes the injury is contaminated with any kind of microbial bacteria. In such cases infection can develop.
Pub, bar and restaurant glass injuries
Glass injuries resulting from accidents in these environments are among those personal injury solicitors most commonly deal with. Whether it is a broken bottle, broken glass, broken glass cabinet or broken window the prevalence of glass in such busy and sometimes alcohol fuelled environments can be extremely hazardous.
Falls from windows
It is a tragic fact that around 10 children in the UK die each year as a result of falling from height.
Having weak, unreinforced, glass in a window makes it vulnerable to impact and increases the risk of someone falling through it and suffering serious personal injury.
Even when glass is reinforced, it is a good idea to move all furniture away from the window, so that no child can climb the furniture and risk a potentially fatal fall from height.
Unmarked glass
Ensuring that any glass doors, windows or panels are marked is an invaluable precaution against personal injury.
Many people, particularly children, sustain glass injuries simply because they have not noticed the presence of a glass panel. In such cases, the insurer of the property where the person sustained personal injury will be considered liable for any resulting compensation claim.
It is also a good idea to ensure that any glass around your home or workplace conforms to safety glass standard BS 6206.
If you cannot afford to install safety glass, stick-on safety film reduces the dangers associated with splintered glass.
Glass furniture
While most people who have glass furniture in their homes are likely to appreciate its attractiveness, few are likely to realise its potential to cause an injured visitor to contact a personal injury solicitor with a view to making a compensation claim.
In fact, each year, more than 15,000 people are injured by accidents involving glass furniture. Where possible, ensure that any glass furniture you own is made from safety glass. If you have children in your house, unfortunately, getting rid of any non safety-glass glass furniture is probably the only sensible advice.
Contacting a personal injury solicitor to claim for glass injuries
If you or a member of your family has suffered personal injury in accident that was not your fault, you could be entitled to make a no win, no fee claim for compensation.
Our personal injury solicitors each specialise in a particular field of civil litigation and are widely recognised as being among the best in the UK.
Claiming with YouClaim is a completely cost-free business. We will never charge you a thing and guarantee to protect you from all the opposing side's costs and fees. In addition, as we never take a cut, you will always receive 100% compensation.
So, if you wish to be put in touch with one of our personal injury solicitors today, simply call 0800 10 757 95.
Alternatively, you may wish to discuss your claim on e-chat, request we call you back at a convenient time or fill out an online claim form.
