Road Traffic Accidents: Causes and Types of Back Injuries
Road Traffic Accidents: Causes and Types of Back Injuries Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a major cause of personal injury claims in the UK, often leading to significant back injuries. The force of impact during a collision can strain or damage the spinal column, muscles, and ligaments, result...
Read MoreHow to File a Claim for a Back Injury at Work
How to File a Claim for a Back Injury at Work Back injuries at work are common and can result from improper lifting techniques, repetitive strain, or unsafe working environments. If your injury was caused by employer negligence, you may be eligible for compensation. Here’s a step-by-step guide t...
Read MoreTypes of Personal Injury Cases: A Comprehensive Guide
Types of Personal Injury Cases: A Comprehensive Guide Personal injury cases arise when an individual is harmed due to someone else’s negligence. Whether the injury is minor or life-altering, understanding the types of claims available is essential for securing appropriate compensation. Below, we...
Read MoreSteps to Take After a Personal Injury: Your Essential Guide
Steps to Take After a Personal Injury: Your Essential Guide Experiencing a personal injury can be overwhelming but acting swiftly and wisely can help protect your rights and build a strong compensation case. Follow this essential guide: Get Medical Attention Immediately...
Read MoreOverview of Industrial Diseases and Their Impact on Life Expectancy
Overview of Industrial Diseases and Their Impact on Life Expectancy Industrial diseases, also known as occupational diseases, are health conditions that arise from prolonged exposure to hazards in the workplace. These diseases are not only physically debilitating, but they also have si...
Read MoreThe Most Common Forms of Physiotherapy After a Car Accident Injury
The Most Common Forms of Physiotherapy After a Car Accident Injury Car accidents can result in a range of injuries that impact various parts of the body, from soft tissue damage to more severe musculoskeletal and neurological trauma. Physiotherapy plays a vital role in the rehabilitati...
Read MoreWhen and Why, You Should Notify the Police After a Car Accident in the UK
When and Why, You Should Notify the Police After a Car Accident in the UK In the aftermath of a car accident, knowing when to involve the police can be vital for legal, safety, and insurance reasons. This guide will detail when police involvement is necessary and highlight your legal o...
Read MoreSilicosis and Other Lung Diseases Caused by Occupational Exposure
Silicosis and Other Lung Diseases Caused by Occupational Exposure In high-risk industries, respiratory diseases caused by exposure to dust, chemicals, and other airborne particles are a serious concern. One such condition, silicosis, is an irreversible lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust...
Read MoreWill I lose my job if I make a claim?
Will I lose my job if I make a claim? If you have had an accident at work that was your employer's fault you may be thinking about making a claim for personal injury compensation but you may be put off as you are worried that you might lose your job if you make a claim. In this article, we ai...
Read MorePersonal Injury Payout Guide
Personal injury payout guide Jefferies personal injury compensation guide Injuries can occur due to the actions, or inactions, of another person. If you have been injured in an incident that wasn't your fault and you have suffered an injury, you may be able to make a claim for compensation. In ...
Read MoreSupermarket Accidents on the Rise
Supermarket Accidents on the Rise Supermarkets have continued to grow with almost 9 out of 10 people (89%) regularly buying their groceries from supermarkets. An analysis conducted by finder.com reports that 'the market value of supermarkets reached its peak in 2020, at £205 billion. That means ...
Read MoreHow Much Compensation for a Misdiagnosis?
How Much Compensation for a Misdiagnosis? There are multiple different health issues that can lead to claims for compensation due to Misdiagnosis. Broken bones and cancer tend to be the most common issues that are misdiagnoses. Although, it is not limited to these two as there are so man...
Read MoreUsing Payslips As Evidence Of A Loss Of Earnings
Can I Use My Payslips To Claim Compensation? There are lots of different factors that go into determining the amount of compensation that you can claim. The loss of earnings associated with your case is a very important part of determining the amount of compensation that you will be awarded. P...
Read MoreCleaners At Risk Of Suffering From Dermatitis
Cleaner Dermatitis Claims If you work as a cleaner, you could develop dermatitis. The products that professional cleaners use, as well as the environments that they work in, can sometimes cause the development of skin problems like dermatitis. Dermatitis is quite a common condition among profes...
Read MoreLearn All About Manual Handling Dangers And Safety
Injuries caused by manual handling Manual handling is an umbrella term that refers to actions that involve lifting, carrying, lowering, pushing, or pulling items. Manual handling is often associated with certain specific professions and workplaces, such as a building site, a warehouse, or a fact...
Read More3 Ways to Prevent Shelving Accidents
3 Ways to Prevent Shelving Accidents Shelving accidents are one of the most common accident types to occur in warehouses and industrial workplaces. If you work in a warehouse or factory you need to be aware of how and why shelving injuries occur so that you can decrease your chances of being inj...
Read MoreDevelopment Of RSI Due Working At Home
Ergonomic Conditions And RSI Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a general term that is used to describe muscle pain or pain in the nerves and tendons of certain parts of the body. This sort of injury occurs due to repetitive movements and overuse of that part of the body where the injury has occ...
Read MoreHorse-related Road Accidents
Horse-Related Road Accidents According to an article by the Manchester Evening News, road accidents involving horses have increased drastically within Greater Manchester over the past 12 months. However, this issue isn’t just contained to Greater Manchester. Sadly, there has been an increase in ...
Read MoreBonfire Night Health And Safety
Keeping Safe Bonfire night is always a great time for family and friends to come together. While gatherings will no doubt be limited and restricted to just your immediate household this year due to COVID-19, it will no doubt still be a fun experience. However, there are certain health and safety...
Read MoreRestaurant Compensation Claim: Can I Sue For A Broken Tooth?
Tooth Damage Any type of tooth damage can be quite traumatic and painful. If the tooth damage happens suddenly while you are in a public place like a restaurant, the incident may be even more traumatic. If your tooth damage was caused by poorly prepared food or another form of negligence within ...
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