Accidents At Work*
As outlined in the Health and Safety Legislation, all employers are required to take the necessary precautions to ensure their employees do not become injured at work. J.J. Fitzgerald & Co. provides clients who are pursuing an accident at work claim with professional, reliable legal aid to ensure the full entitlement is received.
Some common accident at work cases we deal with include:
We often find that clients are worried about claiming due to a workplace accident, as they are conscious of their relationship with their employer. It is important to note that employers will have an insurance policy to protect against such claims, and you are completely within your legal right to seek compensation if you have been injured at work due to an accident that was not your fault.
Accident At Work Claims – Important Steps
If you become involved in an accident at work, it is important that you first seek medical attention for any injuries and also notify management of the accident so they can make a record of it. We advise that you request a copy of the incident report.