Common Hand Injuries from Mechanical Hazards

How to File a Personal Injury Claim If There Is Employer Negligence

Your hands are your most valuable tools and common hand injuries from mechanical hazards can be devastating. Whether you’re working in construction, manufacturing, or any other hands-on job, they help you get things done. But when machinery, tools, or equipment aren’t properly maintained or safety measures are ignored, serious hand injuries can happen.

These injuries may be the result of employer negligence. If you’ve suffered a hand injury at work, you may be able to file a personal injury claim, and Jefferies Claims can advise you on the process. We partner with lawyers who work on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis.

Common Hand Injuries from Mechanical Hazards

Cuts and Lacerations

Sharp tools, moving machine parts, and even loose sheet metal can cause deep cuts. Some lacerations are minor, but others can sever tendons or nerves, making it difficult to use your hands properly.

Crushed Fingers and Hands

Getting a hand or fingers caught in a machine is a worker’s worst nightmare. Crushed hand injuries can lead to broken bones, amputations, and permanent disability.

Puncture Wounds

Nails, screws, or sharp pieces of metal can puncture the skin, leading to infections or internal damage. These injuries can seem minor at first but worsen over time.

Burns

Many machines operate at high temperatures, and just a second of accidental contact can cause severe burns. Chemical burns are also a risk, especially in industrial settings.

Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI)

Repeated use of tools and machinery can cause long-term damage, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve damage, and chronic pain.

How Employer Negligence May Contribute to Injuries

Some workplace injuries may result from unsafe working conditions caused by employer negligence. Common examples include:

• Lack of proper safety guards on machines
• Failure to provide protective gloves or proper safety gear
• Malfunctioning or poorly maintained equipment
• Inadequate training on how to use machinery safely

 If your employer failed to provide a safe work environment which resulted directly in your injury, you may have a valid personal injury claim.

Next Steps 

If you’ve suffered a hand injury, your first priority is to seek medical attention. A doctor’s report will also be crucial evidence. Additionally, the accident needs to be reported immediately to your employer. It is also important to make sure this is put in the workplace accident records.

Preferably, get photos of your injury, the equipment used and the area where the accident occurred. Document if the machinery was unsafe, such as lacking safety guards or malfunctioned. Keep copies of all medical expenses and any other related costs.

Your employer has a duty to provide a safe work environment. If you believe there was employer negligence which caused you injury, contact us for further advice. Our friendly team at Jefferies Claims can guide you through a potential claim. We work with highly experienced lawyers who operate on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis.  Call us today at 0333 358 3034 or visit Jefferies Claims Contact Page to discuss your potential claim.