Understanding your circumstances
Lifting or moving a load can cause an immediate injury or contribute to symptoms over time. The weight, working position, available equipment and training can all be relevant when assessing what happened.
A solicitor can review whether a safer system of work was reasonably available. Medical evidence will also be needed to understand the injury and whether work caused or worsened it.
When a claim may be relevant
- Lifting without suitable assistance or equipment
- Repetitive movement in an unsafe working position
- Tasks without an appropriate assessment of the risk
These examples may need investigation. They do not establish eligibility or guarantee a successful claim.
Evidence to keep
- A description of the load and the task
- Training records and details of equipment provided
- A timeline of symptoms and medical appointments
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.
What if my symptoms developed gradually?
Tell the solicitor when symptoms first appeared and when you connected them with work. Gradual conditions can raise different questions about evidence and time limits, so it is sensible to seek advice promptly.