Lifting And Manual Handling
Manual handling is any task that involves lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, or pulling. These are the biggest causes of musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace, resulting in severe and lasting back, neck, and joint injuries. If your injury was caused by insufficient training, inadequate equipment, or excessive load, your employer is likely to be at fault.
At Dorians Solicitors, we focus on securing maximum compensation for those whose working lives have been disrupted by preventable injuries.
The Employer's Legal Duty
Employers are legally obliged under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 to assess and reduce the risk of injury. Negligence often occurs through:
Failure to eliminate the need for manual handling (e.g., failing to provide a mechanical aid).
Providing inadequate or outdated manual handling training.
Requiring employees to lift loads that are too heavy or in unsafe environments.
Insufficient staff to handle the load safely (single-person lift when two were needed).
Why Choose Dorians Solicitors Ltd?
Back and spinal injuries caused by manual handling are often complex and can lead to severe long-term pain and loss of earning capacity. Your experienced lawyer will secure your training records and risk assessments to prove the employer’s breach of duty. We ensure your compensation covers not just your immediate pain and suffering, but also future loss of earnings, private physiotherapy, and ongoing mobility assistance. We offer this specialist service on a No Win No Fee basis, and can secure interim payments for financial relief.
Crucial Evidence: Protect Your Claim
The evidence you gather immediately following an accident is vital to proving your case. We strongly advise you to:
Report the Incident:
Ensure the accident is immediately logged in the workplace Accident Book.
Seek Medical Help:
Attend your GP or A&E. Medical records linking the injury to the lifting incident are essential for valuation.
Identify the Load:
If possible record the precise weight, size, and shape of the item(s) you were handling.
Secure Witness Details:
Get names and phone numbers of any colleagues who saw the incident or who have also complained about the risk.
Your Questions Answered
We know you have questions like “Can I still claim if I used the wrong technique?” and “Will my employer fire me for claiming?” When you contact us for a no-obligation assessment of your claim, you can ask us any questions or raise any concerns you may have. Once you become a client, you will have direct access to one of our lawyers to guide you through the claims process.
Contact Us Today
We understand the impact a lifting and manual handling injury can have on you, and our team of lawyers is ready to assist you. Ready to find out if you can claim compensation? Contact us for a free, no-obligation assessment. If we can assist, we guarantee a 'No Win, No Fee'arrangement.
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