Understanding your circumstances
Construction and warehouse work can involve vehicles, heavy loads, contractors and changing working conditions. Understanding who controlled the site and the task is an important part of investigating an injury.
You may be able to ask for advice if you are an employee, agency worker, contractor or visitor. The label on a contract does not answer every question about responsibility.
When a claim may be relevant
- Falling objects or unsecured loads
- Forklift and workplace vehicle collisions
- Unsafe access routes or work at height
These examples may need investigation. They do not establish eligibility or guarantee a successful claim.
Evidence to keep
- The site address and organisations involved
- Details of the task and safety instructions
- Photos, witnesses and any incident reference
Keep what you already have, but do not delay seeking advice to collect every document.
What might compensation consider?
Depending on the case, an assessment may consider the injury, recovery, pain and suffering, lost earnings, treatment, care and other reasonable losses caused by the incident. The evidence and legal basis must support each part of a claim.
Costs and time limits
Time limits apply and depend on the circumstances. Seek advice promptly, particularly if the incident or treatment happened some time ago. Making an enquiry does not stop a deadline.
No Win, No Fee may be available. Eligibility, terms and possible deductions apply. How funding works
Read about time limits or explore funding.
Can an agency worker ask about a claim?
Yes. Explain who employed you, who supervised the work and where the accident happened. A solicitor can assess which organisations may have had relevant duties.