Starting a broken leg at work claim may seem daunting at first. In this guide, we will show you how to claim compensation for harm caused by employer negligence.
We will also provide examples of possible situations where an employer could breach their duty of care leading to an injury. Furthermore, this guide will address what a No Win No Fee agreement is and how one could help you fund legal representation for your claim.
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- How Do I Make A Broken Leg At Work Claim?
- Examples Of Leg Injury Accidents In The Workplace
- What To Do After Breaking Your Leg
- How Much Can I Get For A Broken Leg At Work Claim?
- Using A No Win No Fee Solicitor For A Broken Leg At Work Claim
- More Information About Leg Injury Claims
How Do I Make A Broken Leg At Work Claim?
The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HASAWA) is a piece of legislation designed to reduce the risk of injury in the workplace. It sets out the employer’s duty of care, which is owed to all employees. This means they must take reasonably practicable steps to identify workplace hazards and remove or reduce them.
If you have been injured in a workplace accident due to employer negligence and fractured your leg as a result, you may want to make a broken leg at work claim.
In order to do so, you would need to show the following:
- That you were owed a duty of care
- That this was breached
- And that you were injured as a result
Our advisors are ready now to talk about your potential claim. If you have an eligible claim, you may be connected to a personal injury lawyer from our panel.
Analysing Leg Injury Statistics
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) publishes information related to workplace injuries. Certain types of injuries must be reported under Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR).
Non-fatal injuries to employees in Great Britain by the site of injury 2020/21 as reported under RIDDOR included:
- 14,938 reported total lower limb injuries.
- 614 injuries to one or more toes
- 2,827 reported foot injuries
- 4,889 reported ankle injuries
- 6,245 injuries to the rest of the lower limb reported
- 363 reported injuries in several locations of the lower limb
Examples Of Leg Injury Accidents In The Workplace
Health and safety policies can vary between workplaces. It would not make sense if a health and safety policy that applies in a beauty salon was then applied to a factory.
However, despite this, the duty of care remains the same regardless of industry. Furthermore, some accident types can happen in any industry (for example, slips, trips and falls)
Below, we’ve included some examples of potential accident types in the workplace:
- Slips, trips, and falls. Slipping on a wet floor or tripping over items in the middle of a walkway could lead to a broken leg at work. Walkways should also be kept clear of obstructions or clutter.
- Poor training. A lack of training could put you at risk of injury. Any training that you need to do your job safely should be provided free of charge by your employer. This should include health and safety training. For example, you should be taught how to safely use any equipment required for your job.
- Inadequate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). If PPE is needed to carry out employment duties safely, then it needs to be provided for free by your employer. For example, you might require non-slip shoes to reduce the risk of slipping and falling, breaking a bone.
- Faulty equipment. It is expected that your employer carries out the necessary safety checks on any equipment used at the workplace. Equipment that fails inspection should not be used until it is repaired, and inspections should not be missed.
If you suffered an injury due to employer negligence, you may be eligible to make a broken leg at work claim. Our advisors are available 24/7 to talk about your injury and your eligibility to claim.
What To Do After Breaking Your Leg
In order to make a broken leg at work claim, you need to prove that your injuries were caused by employer negligence. We have included some examples of steps you can take to help strengthen your claim below.
If you broke your leg in an accident at work that was caused by negligence, you should:
- Seek medical attention. A broken leg may require medical attention. Medical notes from the hospital or your doctor could form part of the evidence for a claim.
- Gather evidence. Request CCTV footage of the accident that led to your injury from the relevant person. Make a note of witness contact details, if there are any. To claim compensation, a statement might prove helpful; you can collect witness details so that this can be taken. Take photographs if possible.
- Fill in the accident book. Workplaces with ten or more employees must have an accident book, and it’s good practice to fill this out after every workplace incident. Include your name, the time and date, and any relevant details.
- Seek legal advice. If you wish to file a workplace injury claim you may want to use a solicitor. A No Win No Fee solicitor could make the claim process seem easier and can help you navigate the process of claiming.
Our advisors are standing by to talk about your potential broken leg at work claim 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Simply get in touch today for free legal advice.
How Much Can I Get For A Broken Leg At Work Claim?
Your work injury claim can potentially consist of two separate heads of claim: general damages and special damages. Both heads form the same claim, but what you claim under each can differ
General damages are the compensation you claim for the physical pain and emotional distress caused by your injury falls under general damages.
The Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) provides a list of guideline compensation brackets. We’ve provided the below table with some of the figures you could receive for leg injuries. Speak to our advisors for a more relevant estimation based on your injuries.
| Injury | Potential Compensation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Severe Leg Injuries (i) | £90,320 to £127,530 | The most serious of leg injuries short of amputation. Extensive bone grafting is required due to fractures that have not united. It can also include degloving and gross shortening. |
| Severe leg injuries (ii) | £51,460 to £85,600 | Multiple fractures that have taken years to heal and required extensive treatment. Permanent problems with mobility leading to reliance on aids. |
| Severe leg injuries (iii) | £36,790 to £51,460 | Compound or comminuted fractures resulting in prolonged treatment and extensive scarring. There’s a near-certainty of arthritis. |
| Moderate leg injuries | £26,050 to £36,790 | Complicated or multiple fractures or crushing injuries usually only to one limb. May include degenerative changes, unsightly scarring and muscle wasting. |
| Less serious leg injuries (i) | £16,860 to £26,050 | Incomplete recovery from a fracture. Reasonable recovery but metal implant and/or limp, mobility impairments, sensory loss or exacerbation of existing disability. |
| Less serious leg injuries (ii) | £8,550 to £13,210 | Simple femur fracture. No damage to articular surfaces. |
| Less serious leg injuries (iii) | Up to £11,110 | Simple fracture to tibia or fibula. |
| Very severe ankle injury | £46,980 to £65,420 | Transmalleolar fractures with extensive soft tissue damage and Bilateral fractures causing joint degeneration at an early age. |
| Severe ankle injury | £29,380 to £46,980 | Extensive treatment required with significant residual disability. |
| Moderate ankle injury | £12,900 to £24,950 | Fractures and ligamentous tears leading to less serious disability, such as trouble walking on uneven surfaces. |
Special damages are the head of your claim that covers any financial losses you may have incurred due to your injuries. To claim for special damages you will need to provide evidence of your costs.
These costs could include:
- Loss of earnings. Following your injury, you may be unable to work. In this case, you may be able to claim for loss of earnings. For example, if you are on an hourly wage, you could claim for the money lost to attend leg injury-related medical appointments.
- Loss of potential income. You may lose your job or even have to switch careers due to your leg injury. In this case, you may be able to claim for loss of future earnings.
- Mobility aids. You could claim back the cost of any mobility aids or other specialist equipment you may need to purchase following your injury.
- Travel expenses. If you normally drive, you may not be able to with a broken leg. Keep the receipts for travel to claim back expenses of travelling to and from injury-related appointments.
- Repair or replacement of personal property. Some of your personal property may have been damaged in the workplace accident that led to your injury. If you have any items repaired or replaced make sure you save the receipts.
For more information on how much you could receive in a broken leg at work claim, speak with an advisor today.
Using A No Win No Fee Solicitor For A Broken Leg At Work Claim
To make a broken leg at work claim you may want to use the services of a solicitor. This is because they have the expertise and experience to help you navigate the process of claiming.
Solicitor fees could be expensive, but with a No Win No Fee agreement these fees can be minimised. In a No Win No Fee agreement, if your claim is successful, a legally capped success fee will be taken from your compensation award. However, if your claim is unsuccessful, you will not have to pay any fees to your solicitor.
For more information on claiming with a No Win No Fee solicitor, speak with one of our advisors today.
Contact HASJ To Make A Broken Leg At Work Claim
If employer negligence has led to an injury, our advisors are waiting to help you start your broken leg at work claim. They could offer estimations of what your claim might be worth as well as free legal advice related to your circumstances. If your claim is valid, they may put you in contact with our panel of solicitors.
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More Information About Leg Injury Claims
See below for some links you may find useful if you would like to make a broken leg at work claim.
- NHS guide to caring for your plaster cast.
- You may be eligible for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
- How do I know if I have broken a bone? An NHS guide.
Or, for more helpful guides, try:
- Could I Include Emotional Distress as Part of My Accident at Work Claim?
- Will I Get Paid For An Accident At Work?
- Make A No Win No Fee Workplace Accident Claim
- What Is The Maximum Settlement For A Work Accident?
- Slip, Trip And Fall At Work Claims
- Accident At Work Claims Time Limit
- How To Use Accident At Work Solicitors
- How Could I Make A Claim For An Accident At Work?
- Broken Ankle At Work Claims