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Your Losses

Your claim may include loss of earnings because you were unable to work due to your accident, or you had to consider part-time work.

You are also able to claim any traveling expenses you have had to pay to go to the hospital, visit the doctors etc.

Prescription charges also form pan of your claim, as do private medical fees or any special mobility equipment you need as a result of your accident.

You are also able to claim compensation for the loss of ability to take pan in leisure activities such as cycling or gardening.

Loss of promotion in your job also forms part of your claim for compensation.

If your accident resulted in the damage of your property and your were not injured as a result, you are still able to pursue a compensation claim, known as "Special Damages".

You are able to ask your opponent to pay for the cost of the repairs.

Important.

Please keep all your expense receipts, as your solicitor will help you prepare a statement of all your losses and expenses that you have incurred as a result of your accident.

Injured at Work – A Breach of Duty

All employers have a responsibility to safeguard their employees in the workplace. This is known as a 'duty of care', and involves a statutory obligation to look after your welfare.

Many of these laws are laid out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, which amongst other things requires an employer to ensure:-

• The premises is safe;
• Equipment/machinery is appropriate and well maintained;
• The correct training and supervision is provided;
• Exposure to harmful substances (such as chemicals) is controlled;
• Competent staff are employed;
• Regular risk assessments are carried out;
• There are first aid facilities available.

Should an employer fail to comply with these responsibilities, they have breached their duty of care.