What is a work vehicle accident injury?
A work vehicle accident refers to any road traffic incident involving a vehicle operated by an employee on behalf of their company – this could be a van, lorry, ambulance, company car or construction vehicle.
If you sustained an injury due to a work vehicle accident due to (or worsened by) poor vehicle standards, such as a lack of airbags or missed servicing, due to a failure to train, or by forcing an employee to drive in unsafe conditions – your employer could have breached their duty to keep you safe.
If you believe you have been a victim of neglect in similar circumstances, speak to our dedicated work vehicle accident solicitors.
Common work vehicle injury causes
Common work vehicle injuries include, but are not limited to:
• Inadequate vehicle maintenance leading to accidents that are not the fault of the driver, such as faulty brakes, poor-quality tyres, uncalibrated steering and more, contributing to loss of control.
• Encouraged use of personal vehicles for work-related duties without adequate risk assessments.
• Accidents caused by fatigue-related human error, arguably due to overworking, unrealistic deadlines and extended shifts without rest.
• Road traffic accidents leading to head injury, spinal injury and more due to unchecked or inadequate safety features.
Making a work vehicle accident claim
If you’ve fallen victim to a work vehicle accident, get in touch with our team of work vehicle accident solicitors.
We will help you compile evidence needed to substantiate your claim, including:
• Eyewitness reports
• Accident reports
• Doctor’s notes
• Video footage
• Other related evidence.
You have three years from the date of your injury to make a claim, unless the injured person is below the age of 18, in which case they have three years to claim, starting from their 18th birthday.
How much compensation will I get for a work vehicle injury
Compensation for your work vehicle accident claim in the North East will depend on the context of your work vehicle injury, including:
• The extent of employer negligence
• The degree of pain and suffering caused
• The cost of post-injury care, including rehabilitation and medical costs
• Your loss of income due to injury recovery.
Work vehicle accident claim compensation will fall into two categories:
General damages: Compensation for the pain, suffering, and possible reduction in quality of life due to injury.
Special damages: Compensation for contextual considerations, such as rehabilitation or work loss.
Make a work vehicle accident claim in the North East
Make your claim with our North East work vehicle claim experts and get compensation befitting your injustice.
Contact us for a no-obligation chat, and let’s discuss whether you have the basis of a claim.
Call on 0191 232 3048
Email enquire@beechampeacock.co.uk
Visit: 2nd Floor South, New England House, 10 Ridley Place, Newcastle, NE1 8JW
Work vehicle accident claim FAQs
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How are work vehicle accidents different from regular car accidents?
Work vehicle accidents can lead to more severe injuries due to the size and weight of the vehicles involved, such as lorries, ambulances and others.
You’re also not responsible for funding and maintaining the upkeep of the vehicle, meaning if you are injured due to a preventable fault with your work vehicle, your employer has breached their duty to protect – entitling you to compensation.
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Can I sue my employer if I am injured while driving a work vehicle?
Yes, you can claim against your employer if you believe they were negligent in their duty of care, resulting in an accident whilst you were driving a works vehicle.
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Can I make a claim if I was injured by a static works vehicle?
Yes, if negligence on behalf of an employer or employee was the cause of an accident involving a static works vehicle, you can make a claim.
Common examples of this are unsecured objects falling off the back of a vehicle, or vehicles stopped without handbrakes secured.
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