What do I need to do to prove a negligence case?

[MarkWatson]

Hi there

My name's Mark. I was wondering if you can tell me how I can prove a negligence case? I was recently involved in an accident in work and suffered a burn injury to my arm. I'm interested in making a claim but not sure where to start.

Thanks

 

[Edward-Legal-Expert]

Hi Mark,

Thanks so much for your question and we're sorry to hear of your burn injury. It sounds like nasty business. Let's answer your question first and then I'll tell you how we can help you with a claim.

In accident at work cases such as yours, you have to prove three things in order to establish negligence on the part of your employer.

• That your employer owed you a duty of care, which in most cases will be the case.
• Your employer breached their duty of care, which created the risk of injury and illness
• As a result of the breach, you were involved in an accident in which you were harmed.

In terms of accidents at work, this duty of care is contained in the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. The Act also sets out a number of steps your employer should take to minimise the risk of harm, such as providing you with personal protective equipment (PPE), conducting regular risk assessments, and implementing effective housekeeping.

If you think your employer has breached their duty of care to you, it sounds like you could well have a claim. And that's something that we can help you with. We have a specialist team of solicitors who are well-versed in accidents at work. You can get in touch with them now by using our live chat feature. They could even offer you a No Win No Fee bonus code. And for more information, click here.

Edward