Recent data released by the Health and Safety Executive has revealed that there has been over half a million non-fatal workplace accidents in a single year. This data was based on self reports from the Labour Force Survey in 2021/2022.
https://www.hse.gov.uk/statistics/causinj/index.htm
The most common causes of these workplace accidents included:
- Slips, trips or falls
- Handling, lifting or carrying
- Being struck by a moving object
- Falls from a height
Over 36 million working days have been lost due to work-related illness and workplace injuries.
Sadly, the same report also reveals that 123 workers were killed in work-related accidents. The industries with the highest fatality rates were reported as:
- Construction
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing
- Manufacturing
- Transport and Storage
- Administration and support services.
Gregory Abrams Davidson Solicitors specialise in Personal Injury law and can provide advice and representation in regards to injuries arising from accidents at work.
We have many years of experience representing clients who have suffered injuries due to all types of accidents at work including construction accidents, defective equipment, and factory, warehouse accidents and all other employer’s liability matters.
We offer a free initial case assessment and No Win No Fee Funding is available. To enquire contact a member of our Personal Injury new enquiries team on 0151 494 0777, email personalinjuryclaim@gadlegal.co.uk, visit GADLegal.co.uk to complete our online enquiry form or use our online chat function.
