Work Related Claims 

Falling Object Claims  

Expertise And Understanding From Irwin Mitchell

Being struck by falling objects is a serious risk in certain industries. As an employee, you have a right to expect your employer, and sometimes others, to protect you adequately from the risks of being injured by falling objects. If that protection is missing or flawed, serious injuries or even death could be the result.

At Irwin Mitchell we fight fearlessly to achieve the best outcome for you whether your injury is minor or major.  We’re renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family where you have been injured due to a falling object, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference. 

Our lawyers offer the highest level of professionalism and expertise, combined with dedication and sensitivity, when help you to make a personal injury claim.

Above all, we put you first.

Handling Falling Object Claims With Expertise And Sensitivity

Injuries from falling objects account for many accidents at work and can occur when materials or items have not been stored properly, causing them to fall onto workers. Employers have a duty to protect workers against injury from falling objects.

Certain workplaces might have a bigger risk of these types of industrial accidents (such as construction sites or warehouses), but injuries from falling objects can occur anywhere.

There are other occasions where falling objects may cause injury, such as in badly maintained premises where the building itself is unsafe. Even if you don’t usually work at the premises, you may still have a claim for industrial injury compensation either against your employer or against the occupier of the building.

Many work related injuries that are attributed to falling objects are a result of items that are ejected from machinery or parts that shear off unexpectedly. Legislation covers accidents like this, as well as applying to injuries caused by the escape of hot gases or other similar substances.

Sometimes an inspection of the premises or the machine that ejected the item is needed. In these cases one of our solicitors will visit the site to inspect it, and if necessary will consider the use of an experienced engineer to help test equipment.

Proven Expertise In Falling Object Claims

Our dedicated work accident team have a wide experience of dealing with claims involving falling objects and will help you achieve the best compensation settlement possible. We have successfully represented clients injured in factories, building sites and many other locations.

Irwin Mitchell is also one of the largest and most experienced personal injury law firms in the country.

Our team includes many of the country’s finest personal injury lawyers. They operate in highly specialised teams, offering the highest level of legal expertise in falling object claims. 

Irwin Mitchell’s Commitment To Making A Difference

Irwin Mitchell’s first commitment is to you, and to achieving the best outcome for your work injury claim.

We also have a long history of campaigning with leading organisations in numerous personal injury fields. Together with those organisations we seek improvements in health and safety, prevent accident and injury where possible, and improve the quality of life and levels of compensation for those who have suffered injury.

We have also pursued many leading legal cases in order to improve the prospects of success of claims for various forms of personal injury, and to obtain fairer compensation.



Compensation for Man following Hand Injury at Work

A man has received £4000 compensation after his hand was injured in an work accident.

Our client sustained an injury to his hand when unloading a wagon. When the roller shutter door of the wagon was raised, badly stacked items fell from the wagon striking our client's hand and causing a minor fracture with symptoms lasting for 6 months.

The out of court settlement was achieved by Lisa Fairclough of Irwin Mitchell's specialist Industrial Accident Team, based in Sheffield.

She said, "It is important that loads are secured properly when they are being transported so as not to place those unloading them at risk of injury.

"Employers need to make certain that there are systems in place to ensure that this is happening and take the necessary steps to protect their employees."

We have lawyers with the expertise and experience needed to help you with your claim. Choose from the list below to learn more about our experts in this area.

Name Location Job Title Telephone
Ian Bailey Leeds Partner 0870 1500 100
Keith Barrett London Partner 0207 421 3895
Jonathan Betts Manchester Partner 0161 838 3055
Andrew Darke Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Philip Edwards Birmingham Partner 0121 214 5212
Colin Ettinger London Partner 0207 421 3889
Roger Maddocks Newcastle Partner 0191 279 0095
Andrew Tucker Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
David Urpeth Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Sarah Brumpton Leeds Associate 0113 394 6777
Jo Darlington Bristol Associate 0870 1500 100
Joanne Ewart Leeds Associate 0870 1500 100
Claire Newstead Leeds Associate 0870 1500 100
David Bell Glasgow Solicitor 0870 1500 100

Guidance With Strength And Sensitivity

We understand that contacting a lawyer might seem like a big step - especially if you have not done so before and we have therefore made it easy for you to contact us for free initial advice about your claim.

At Irwin Mitchell we understand the real impact of personal injury. Our team of specialists have the skills and experience to give you clear advice about the chances of pursuing a successful claim and to guide you through the claims process. You can then decide if you want us to pursue your claim on your behalf.

We are renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.

At Irwin Mitchell we will fight fearlessly to give you the greatest chance of winning your case, with the best possible outcome, and we will support you every step of the way.

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