What to Do After a Workplace Injury: Your Rights & How a Solicitor Can Help

A workplace injury can be a stressful and confusing experience. Whether it’s a fall, machinery accident, or repetitive strain injury, knowing what to do next is vital, both for your recovery and for protecting your legal rights. At Duffield Harrison LLP, our experienced personal injury solicitors can help you understand your options and secure the compensation you deserve.

Report the Incident Immediately

The first thing to do after any workplace accident is to report it to your employer as soon as possible. Every business is required by law to keep an accident book, where details of any incident should be recorded. Reporting promptly not only ensures your injury is on record but also helps prevent similar accidents from happening to others.

Seek Medical Attention

Even if your injury seems minor, it’s important to get it checked by a medical professional. Some symptoms may not appear right away, and a doctor’s report will provide valuable evidence if you decide to make a claim later. Keep copies of all medical records, prescriptions, and receipts related to your treatment.

Gather Evidence

If possible, take photos of where the accident happened and what caused it, whether it’s a wet floor, faulty equipment, or lack of safety signage. Collect the names and contact details of any witnesses too. This information can be crucial if your employer or their insurer disputes what happened.

Understand Your Rights

Employers have a legal duty of care to provide a safe working environment. If your injury occurred because they failed to meet that duty. For example, by not providing proper training, safety gear, or maintenance, you may be entitled to compensation. This could cover pain and suffering, lost wages, and any long-term effects on your ability to work.

Importantly, you are protected by law from being dismissed or treated unfairly for making a genuine workplace injury claim.

Speak to a Solicitor

A specialist workplace injury solicitor can guide you through the claims process, handle communication with insurers, and ensure your case is properly valued. At Duffield Harrison LLP, we have years of experience supporting clients across Hertfordshire and beyond with personal injury claims. We’ll listen carefully to your story, explain your options clearly, and help you recover the compensation you’re entitled to, often on a no win, no fee basis.

Taking the Next Step

If you’ve been injured at work, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Professional legal advice can make a real difference to the outcome of your claim and your peace of mind.

Contact Duffield Harrison LLP today to speak confidentially with one of our experienced personal injury solicitors. We’re here to help you move forward after a workplace accident with clarity, confidence, and compassion.