Work Claims
posted on 8 November 2011 | posted in
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If you have injured your back at work, because you have been lifting heavy things, then you might think that would not be considered to be negligent. However, your employer has a right to look after its staff members and there are particular regulations with regards to lifting things.
You should not be expected to lift anything heavy unless you have received training in manual handling and you should also get sufficient rests and the area you work in should be in a safe condition. Under the 1992 Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, if the company do not comply with these rules, then you should be able to get compensation from them.
Of course, if you were lifting something and you should not have been or you were not doing it in the way that you were trained to do, then the injury would be considered to be your fault. However, if you were expected to lift something, as part of your job, but had not received the right training, then you are likely to be awarded compensation.
It is a good idea to speak to some no win no fee solicitors about the injury and your concerns. They will investigate whether the company has been negligent and then be able to let you know, whether they think it is worth going ahead with the case. They will be able to tell you whether they want to represent you as well.
A back injury can be very uncomfortable and can stop you from doing a lot of things. It is something that many people suffer from. Once you get a back problem, they seem to reoccur and so you may find that this is considered when you are paid your compensation. It could be well worth trying to get some money form the company. It will not only help you, but it will ensure they give the adequate training to others and so will hopefully prevent them from being injured in the same way.
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