Construction Industry Accidents

Accidents in the Construction Industry

Have you been involved in an accident in the construction industry that wasn't your fault?  Did you suffer an injury as a result of the accident?

A worker on a construction site is six times more likely to be injured or killed whilst at work.  Whilst the UK has one of the better safety records in Europe, our construction sites still account for one third of all work fatalities.

Our solicitors can help on a 'no win, no fee' basis to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

As a thank you for using DSM Legal Solicitors we are offering an up front payment of £100.00 for every claim that we accept. Terms and conditions apply.

If your next of kin has suffered a fatality on a construction site we can help you to claim compensation.  Making a claim for compensation will obviously not be the first thing loved ones think of at such a tragic time but in some cases the compensation will be essential for the family to carry on after the death.

Some examples of accidents in the construction industry include:-

Falling from heights;

Falling through fragile surfaces such as roof lights;

Falling from ladders, scaffolds and other high level work areas;

Being struck by moving vehicles;

Being struck by falling loads and equipment;

Being struck by collapsing structures and machinery;

Contact with harmful chemicals and fumes;

Lifting heavy loads;

Electrocution, burns and inhalation injuries;

Trips and slips;

Working with asbestos;

Injuries caused by the employees of other contractors;

Injuries caused by faulty plant and machinery;

Injuries caused by failure to provide adequate safety equipment or protective clothing.

If you are worried because the claim is against your employer please note your employer cannot dismiss you for making a compensation claim for an accident that you have had on a building site at work. This is not a legally justifiable reason to dismiss an employee, so could amount to unfair dismissal.

There are strict time limits that apply when making a claim so don't delay, call today and find out if you can make a claim.

Call to speak to one of our solicitors now on our NEW CLAIMS LINE FREEPHONE 0800 977 4213 **to start your accident compensation claim (Monday to Friday 8.00am - 8.00pm, weekends 11.00am - 5pm).

*Terms and conditions apply.  Please contact us for details.

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