Types Of Accidents in Scotland

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TYPES OF ACCIDENT CLAIMS

Accidents can happen at any moment, without warning. No matter the context or situation, one should always be aware of the potential for an accident to occur and understand the possible types of accidents that may arise.

When it comes to injury claims, two of the most common accidents are a work claim injury and a car accident injury claim.

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Types of Accidents in Which You Could Make a Claim

There are many different types of personal injury accidents in Scotland for which you can make a claim, ranging from:

A road accident is any accident that has occurred on the road, you may be the driver, a passenger, a pedestrian, or a cyclist, in any event, if you have been involved in an accident, the first step to making a successful personal injury claim is to contact Hamilton Douglas Legal.

We offer a free initial consultation and using our personal injury claims scotland calculator we can give you an approximate valuation of your claim.

Nobody wants to be involved in a road traffic accident, the impact an accident can have on both yourself and your family can be devastating.

If you have been unfortunate enough to have been involved in a road traffic accident, you may find yourself suffering from injuries that limit your ability to work, or even go about your normal daily routine.

If that’s the case, the financial support together with rehabilitation you could get from making a personal injury claim may be able to assist you and put you on the path towards rebuilding your life.

Before pursuing a road accident claim, it is imperative that you take advantage of our free and impartial road traffic & car accident claims advice.

We can help recover all your general damages, loss of earnings, and financial losses you may have incurred, along with providing you with a replacement hire vehicle.

Road traffic accident claims are complex legal matters which can be financially draining. The legal costs may seem intimidating when filing a claim for an accident. Thankfully, a ‘no win no fee’ option is available to those affected by road traffic accidents who wish to pursue a claim and ensure they receive the compensation they deserve.

No win no fee is an agreement between claimant and lawyer that means the lawyer does not expect to be paid any fees or costs if their client’s case is unsuccessful. It allows individuals to pursue justice without worrying about how much it will cost them in legal fees, making it easier for them to access justice after an accident.

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TRIP ACCIDENT CLAIMS

A trip accident is an accident that has occurred whilst walking on the public highway (pavement) if you have tripped over a raised flagstone, or a defect on the pavement and suffered a personal injury as a result of it.

You may be able to make a claim against the local council, the council has a duty of care to the general public, any defects on the pavements are the responsibility of the local council, and it is the local council who is responsible for the repairs.

In any event, if you have been involved in trip-related accident the first step to making a successful claim is to contact Hamilton Douglas Legal.

We offer a free initial consultation and using our Personal injury calculator we can give you an approximate valuation of your claim.

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SLIP ACCIDENT CLAIMS

A slip-related accident is an accident that occurs on a slippery surface, this could be at work, or a public place such as a supermarket, hospital, or shopping center.

A slippery floor that has been cleaned should always have appropriate wet floor signs. A company may be held liable if the slippage is not cleaned up in an appropriate amount of time, and/or they have failed to warn the public that the floor is wet by way of displaying a wet floor sign.

If you have suffered a slip accident Hamilton Douglas Legal will help to recover compensation for you.

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Making A Personal Injury Claim In Scotland

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INDUSTRIAL DISEASES AND ILLNESSES

There are many types of industrial diseases that can develop after exposure to dangerous substances in the workplace or unsafe working conditions. If you have been exposed to dust, fumes, and hazardous substances there is a chance that you may suffer an illness, we can help you claim the compensation that you deserve.

Below you will find some examples of industrial disease:

Respiratory and lung disease
Skin disease
Bibration injuries and occupational cancer
Asbestos-related diseases.

The six most common industrial illnesses are:

Hand vibration syndrome
Industrial deafness
Silicosis
Asthma
Latex allergies
Dermatitis.

Hamilton Douglas Legal has access to the best medical experts in Scotland, ensuring you get the best care, support, and treatment.

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ACCIDENTS AT WORK CLAIMS

Accidents at work are an unfortunate reality in many industries. Employers are legally obligated to provide a safe working environment for their employees, with health safety and welfare regulations enforced by various bodies. This is done to ensure the protection of workers’ health and welfare.

Employers Liability Insurance (ELI) is a legal requirement for businesses in the UK. It provides cover for employers when an employee is injured at work or becomes ill due to negligence on the part of their employer. ELI covers medical expenses, compensation payments, or any other costs associated with an injury or illness caused by an employer’s negligence.

Employers must take all necessary steps to ensure their place of work complies with health and safety regulations, such as providing adequate training and safety equipment, clear policies on reporting accidents, and conducting regular risk assessments.

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act, employers have a duty of care to their employees, which means that they have to provide all their workers with safe working conditions, unfortunately, this isn’t always the case and as a result, accidents occur.

An accident at work claim could be due to faulty machinery or equipment, lack of training or supervision, lack of protective safety equipment, or unsafe premises.

If your employer has been negligent and you have suffered an accident at work then Hamilton Douglas Legal can help recover compensation for you.

Use our Injury At Work Claim Calculator to get an approximate valuation of your claim.

Employers must provide a safe working environment and failure to do so leaves the employer liable to compensate any employee who suffers an injury in the workplace.

Hamilton Douglas Legal has specialist personal injury lawyers in Scotland experienced in dealing with different types of accidents.

Get in touch today to speak to one of our legal advisors, who will be happy to assist you in making an accident at work compensation claim, alternatively fill out our short enquiry form below, or “Make a Claim” section on the homepage.

Use our Accident At Work Claim Calculator to get an estimation of your claim.

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ASBESTOS ACCIDENTS

If you are diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease, you may be eligible for compensation or financial assistance. Contact us today to see if you are entitled to make a claim for compensation.

ACCIDENT LAWYERS SCOTLAND

Accidents happen, whether they are road traffic accidents or work related accidents. We know the hardship that families can be put under as a result of an accident. When someone is injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, this can cause a great deal of stress. Our team of professionals are here to help you throughout your claim process, contact us to see if you are entitled to make a successful claim.

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