A fall from height generally means a fall from one level to another. This could be if you are working above ground level and fall from an edge that isn’t secure or through an opening or fragile surface, or if you fall from ground level into a hole in the ground or an opening in the floor. Falls from height can also include falls from ladders, scaffolding or other machinery which elevates someone above ground level.
Yes, if a family member has been killed in a fall from height, you can make a claim for compensation on their behalf. Although no amount of money can bring back your loved one, making a fatal accident claim can help lighten any financial burden. Compensation will include a Statutory Bereavement Award in recognition of the grief a person has gone through after the death of a loved one, as well as a financial token in recognition that the person’s death was wrong. There are other costs and expenses that can be claimed for, including:
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As with all compensation claims, there is a three-year time limit in which you must make a claim for a fall from height. This is three years from the date of the accident. There are some circumstances where this time can be extended, such as if the injured person is under 18, or they lack capacity. But it is recommended that you speak to an expert as soon as possible after an accident. Your solicitor can then start supporting you as soon as possible, as well as put things in motion to gather all the evidence in support of your case.
No matter what your job, your employer has a duty of care to make sure you are safe whilst you are at work. This included ensuring that any jobs that require working at height are safe and the environment is appropriate for the work being carried out. If you become injured as a result of them failing in this duty of care, you may be able to claim compensation.
The compensation you receive varies depending on the severity of your accident and how much support you need (such as care and treatment). To find out how we can help, we need to understand your circumstances and accident, as people get injured due to working at height in a number of ways.
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All of ourfall from height claims are taken on a no win no fee basis, meaning you don’t need to worry about the financial costs of claiming compensation for an injury sustained at work. Your initial enquiry is completely free and confidential, with no obligation to continue with a claim.
Right from the start, we pull together with you and your family and get to know you, to understand what your most crucial needs and concerns are and to put into place a plan to start helping you straight away.
We build a team around you and your family, choosing solicitors with specialist expertise in dealing with your specific claim or injuries. A Client Support Manager may also work alongside your solicitor. They are highly experienced healthcare professionals who provide practical support and insight into you and your family’s needs.
Our fall from height claim solicitors also work with fewer clients than is typical in the legal industry, ensuring they have the time to dedicate to you and your family. This enables them to work intensively and proactively on your claim, resulting in full compensation for your injuries and the best possible outcome for you without any unnecessary delays.
As well as the expertise you would expect when recovering compensation after a serious injury, we also provide all round support for you and your family and help you to achieve your best outcomes.
We have an excellent track record of taking over and settling claims that other solicitors have rejected or turned down, or where clients have been unhappy with the way their claim is continuing. We can guide you through the process of your claim, ensuring you are kept updated and fully informed throughout. As an independent firm of solicitors with over 30 years’ experience, you can be assured that we only act in your best interests.
We pull together with you and your family to support you with expert legal advice, financial assistance including benefits advice and emergency funds, physical help with early intervention for treatment, rehabilitation and therapies, as well as emotional and physical support for the whole family.
The nature of serious and catastrophic injuries is such that in order to help, specialist expertise is essential. With over 30 years’ experience, we have successfully settled many cases that include:
Our specialist Court of Protection solicitors can help you to apply to the Court of Protection for deputyship, as well as act as a professional deputy, easing the stress and strain of managing a family member’s affairs should they lose capacity through injury or illness.
Our specialist solicitors can also advise you on setting up a Personal Injury Trust to protect any means-tested benefits you may be eligible to. Creating a Personal Injury Trust can be necessary in some cases because any compensation you receive which is not held in a Trust will be added to any other capital you have and may affect your eligibility to means-tested benefits.
Our award-winning Client First Service is designed to meet your individual needs, whatever they may be, whenever they may arise. We will come and visit you and your family in a convenient location for you and where it’s safe to do so, to get to know you and understand your needs and the support we can provide.
Find out how we have worked together to support our clients and their families throughout their recovery:
This case study is an example of a difficult Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority claim, where we have successfully appealed the CICA decision following two rejections.
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