What’s My Claim Worth have extensive experience dealing with Whiplash Claims that have happened to you in wide variety of circumstances. We have a Whiplash specialist team in Road Traffic Accidents at What’s My Claim Worth who will fight for the compensation that you deserve. Our team understands that it can be a very difficult and daunting time for you and they will do their best to offer a sympathetic ear along with unparalleled legal expertise.  If you have suffered Whiplash, which was not your fault, you may be entitled to claim for compensation.

Britain has more claims for whiplash than anywhere else in Europe.

Road Traffic Accidents have decreased by 23% but claims for Road Traffic Accidents have increased by 70% it is also suggested that over the last 5 years, the number of fraudulent claims has also increased 

A recent report into whiplash claims explained that if we continue to work closley with the Insurance Industry that we will be on our way to tackling fraudulent whiplash claims, and on top of this to reducing young driver premiums.

Building what is currently being done and what has already been done, by banning referral fees, reforming no-win no fee rules and cracking down on fraud is being done to drive down the cost of motor insurance.

Indtroducing Medical Panels

 An person seeking to claim compensation for  a whiplash injury must be examined by  an independent panel of Doctors/GP’s employed by Medical Reporting Organisations To combat fraudulent claims tougher guidance for Doctors’ diagnosis might be needed.

Whiplash claims cost around £90 per year on every car insurance policy.

TOO MANY claims are settled out of court because it’s cheaper.

The AA said that, over the past two years, claims for whiplash injury contributed to the biggest car insurance premium increases ever recorded.

What should I do immediately after the Road Traffic Accident?

The First thing is for you to seek an Injury Specialist to assess your injuries and determine if you have or have not sustained injuries.
This should be done within 48 hours of the crash.

Symptoms of Whiplash

The most common symptoms involved in Whiplash are:

    Neck Pain

    Headache

    Shoulders/Upper Back

    Dizziness

Before you see a Doctor

When reporting to your Dr, take extra care to identify specific complaints, take with you a list of all complaints. If something does not feel “right” your Doctor needs to have this information in order to render an informed medical opinion

You will not pay a penny if you win your whiplash                                   

 Important Procedure for making a whiplash claim

Notify the Police and your Insurance Company

After the accident, you need to obtain as many details from the other driver as possible

This should include:

• Name;
• Contact details;
• Registration number; and
• Insurance company.

You must then report the accident to your own Insurance company and, if you or your vehicle has suffered damage, to the Police.

Seek Medical Attention

This will ensure you get the appropriate treatment for your injuries.

Collecting Evidence

 Was the other party to blame?

  Did they cause you to suffer Whiplash?

What We Can Do For You?

 Contact your Local Solicitors

 Whats My Claim Worth specialise in Whiplash Claims. Our specialist team of Road Traffic Accident Solicitors have a wide range of experience in dealing with all types of claims, with claims values from the most straight forward of whiplash injury claims to catastrophic injury claims.

Your solicitor will do all the hard work for you. As part of the process of collecting evidence, your solicitor will arrange a medical expert to assess your whiplash before writing a report regarding the extent of your injuries.

If an injury like this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth. We understand that the injuries that you have suffered can have severe consequences on your day to day life. When fighting for your compensation we take into account if you have had to take time off work, if you have had to pay for medication and any other losses that you may have incurred.

If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.

Slips and trips in the work place

This type of accident can happen in any type of workplace from offices to factories and makes up a third of all accidents at work.  The most common cause is a spillage on the floor, but obstructions and poor flooring have also been the cause.  Report any spillage and potential obstructions to your supervisor or manager immediately.

Manual Handling

This term is used to describe any activity that includes lifting, holding, pulling, pushing, carrying, moving or lowering any object animal or person.  Injuries often occur to the back and injuries to tendons are also reported each year.  Your employer must ensure they provide the correct training and safety equipment for all manual handling.  Ensure you have received and understand all of your training.

Defective or faulty equipment/machinery

This involves inadequately maintained equipment, for example, fire or shock from poorly maintained electrical equipment.  However, accidents can also occur in an office, for example if a chair collapses when sat on.  Report any faulty machinery and equipment immediately.

Forklift Truck accidents

Accidents involving forklift trucks are often caused by negligent driving.  However, poor training, failure to carry out proper risk assessments and enforce safe procedures when working in a fork lift truck environment are often contributing factors. 

Warehouse accidents

Warehouse accidents can range from slips, trips and manual handling to faulty machinery or fork lift truck accidents as described above.

Scaffolding accidents

Accidents involving scaffolding often occur when scaffolding collapses or has been incorrectly erected.  Poor quality scaffolding and unsafe procedures for working on scaffolding are also to blame.  Employers must ensure adequate training is provided and safety equipment is used at all times  

Self-employed accidents

If your injury is due to work or equipment provided by a contractor or subcontractor you may be able to bring a claim against them if they have failed to ensure your safety whilst working.  In addition, claims may also be brought for injuries caused by faulty equipment and poor workmanship.

Industrial Disease claims

These involve diseases or illnesses caused by your working environment and can include claims for asbestosis, mesothelioma, deafness, pleural thickening, lung cancer and vibration white finger.

What we can do for you

If an injury like this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth. We understand that the injuries that you have suffered can have severe consequences on your day to day life. When fighting for your compensation we take into account if you have had to take time off work, if you have had to pay for medication and any other losses that you may have incurred.

Quality Solicitors, Oliver & Co specialise in Accident at Work Claims. Our specialist team of Personal Injury Solicitors have a wide range of experience in dealing with all types of claims, from the most straight forward of injury claims to catastrophic injury claims.

If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.

Worker has made a Successful Personal Injury Claim

Worker slipped in work and suffered an injury due to not being provided with the appropriate work equipment needed.

Worker had requested a pair of new working boots from his employer as a matter of urgency as his current boots had become very worn. His request was ignored. His current boots were not fit for purpose as his heel was worn, a worry that he might slip.

Due to the worker having not received a new pair of working boots, the worker ended up slipping from a foot high walkway which caused him to land directly on his left foot which in turn forced his body backwards where he landed on his side, hitting his left elbow on the pavement.

He suffered injuries to his elbow and his neck and aggravated a pre-existing knee injury.

The worker was unable to return to work for four weeks. When returned to his daily routine at work, he could only take part in light duties.

He has also had to endure eight months of physiotherapy on his neck.

The employee was awarded Personal Injury Compensation, despite the employer not admitting liability.

April 12, 2012 Categories: Personal Injury Claim, Personal Injury Lawyers, Work Personal Injury Claims by Personal Injury Lawyers 0 Comments

Recent case Settled by QualitySolicitors

Quality Solicitors Oliver & Co were successful in recovering £2800.00 for our client following an accident she had whilst at work. Our client worked as a Care Assistant and whilst moving a resident the resident fell backwards onto our client’s hand and it bent backwards. She sustained a sprain to her hand. Our client had received no training in relation to health and safety or manual handling. The employer denied liability on the basis that our client had been fully trained. Once we requested these documents from the employer and reviewed them, we were able to successfully argue our client had not been trained and that our client’s employer had failed in their duty to provide appropriate training to ensure our client could carry out her job safely.

Legal Help?

Once you have decided whether or not you wish to make a claim, your next step should be to contact a qualified, professional personal injury solicitor. It is important that you choose the right solicitor for your case.

When you do go to a solicitor for advice, be sure to carry your notes on how the injury occurred and have a record of any days missed from work due to your injury.

How We Can Help You!

If you have been a passenger on a bus that was involved in an accident and suffered a personal injury, you could be entitled to make a bus accident compensation claim!

* Was the accident caused by reckless or dangerous driving by the driver of the bus?

* Was the accident caused due to another motor vehicle?

How do I start a Bus Accident Claim?           

* Have you been involved in a bus accident?

* Were you injured as a result of the accident?

You may be entitled to A Bus Accident Claim!

What’s My Claim Worth have extensive experience dealing with Bus Accident Claims that have happened to you in a wide variety of circumstances. We have a specialist team at What’s My Claim Worth who will fight for the compensation that you deserve. Our team understands that it can be a very difficult and daunting time for you and they will do their best to offer a sympathetic ear along with unparalleled legal expertise.  If you are involved in a road traffic accident which was not your fault you may be able to claim for compensation for damage to your vehicle and/or personal injury.

Recent settled case:

The Client was a passenger on a bus sat towards the front on the offside. The bus was proceeding around a roundabout. The Defendant pulled out from a junction on the left hand side without warning. The front of the Defendant’s vehicle collided with nearside of the bus. We received a reasonable settlement offer shortly after which the client accepted. Our client received £2100 in compensation and his costs and disbursements were paid for by the Defendants Insurers as we were acting for him on a “No Win No Fee” basis.

What can we do for you?

If an injury like this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth. We understand that the injuries that you have suffered can have severe consequences on your day to day life. When fighting for your compensation we take into account if you have had to take time off work, if you have had to pay for medication and any other losses that you may have incurred.

 If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.

The parents of a toddler are said to be bringing a personal injury claim against a major supermarket on his behalf. At the time of the incident the toddler was fastened into the shopping trolley seat whilst his father was shopping in a store. One of the wheels came off the trolley without any prior warning, as the toddler’s father was picking something off the shelf. This caused the trolley to topple over and the toddler was injured due to the fall. The toddler had banged his face on items that were on the shelving as the trolley had fallen. Not surprisingly the toddler screamed loudly and he suffered a swollen cheek, a very red face and numerous bumps and bruises. The toddler received first aid at the time of the accident.

The family would like to bring this to everyone’s attention to ensure that it does not happen again. The child’s parents are considering bringing a personal injury claim against the supermarket because they believe that the store was negligent as they did not ensure the safety of their customers. It is believed that the parents have received an apology from the supermarket but it does not help the fact the innocent toddler has been injured through no fault of his own.

If a situation similar to this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us, or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth.

If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.

A startling case has come to light recently where a major supermarket chain sent a private detective to spy on one of their own employees. The objective was to see whether Mrs H, 65, was feigning injury.

Mrs H suffered injury whilst working in the bakery department of the store, Greater Manchester. She suffered a terrible injury to her back where she was left with a suspected spinal fracture. As a result of the injury Mrs H was unable to lift any heavy equipment or even to walk long distances.

Especially worrying about this aspect was that Mrs H had been seen by doctors at Manchester  Infirmary, who all confirmed that she was suffering  an injury that would thoroughly prevent her day-to-day activities and effect her whole lifestyle. For example, Mrs H has to have regular injections to ease the pain and finds that she is unable to walk for any great length of time.

Mrs H was found to be seriously injured as a result of the store’s negligence. She was therefore awarded her compensation of £21,000, clearly advocating how serious her injury was.

If an injury like this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth. We understand that the injuries that you have suffered can have severe consequences on your day to day life. When fighting for your compensation we take into account if you have had to take time off work, if you have had to pay for medication and any other losses that you may have incurred.

If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.

Motorists beware! A recent survey indicates that 8.38am is the time pedestrians are most likely to cause an accident.

Insurance Firm esure conducted a survey which shows that one in ten pedestrians crossing the road focused on their electronic gadgets, rather than the traffic conditions around them.  However at 8.38am this number becomes one in five, which makes it the most dangerous time for motorists to encounter careless and perilous pedestrians.

Forget looking both ways, such pedestrians dubbed ‘podestrians’ by the AA, are more interested in texting, ‘tweeting’, talking on the phone and surfing the internet than ensuring they get to work safely .  Unsurprisingly, the second most dangerous time for motorists to encounter pedestrians is 6.22pm when those who made it through the morning rush hour in are heading home. 

The esure report noted: ‘Londoners were the most perilous pedestrians with researchers recording four near misses involving gadget distracted passengers.’

STAY SAFE! Tips for motorists

-          Ensure you never exceed the speed limit

-          Approach crossings and traffic lights with caution

-          Beware of parked cars as pedestrians may not always be visible.

STAY SAFE! Tips for Pedestrians

-          Never walk and talk or text.

-          Wait until you are safely at work before browsing social networking sites.

-          Wherever possible use designated crossings.

-          Never listen to music whilst crossing the road.

If an injury like this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth. We understand that the injuries that you have suffered can have severe consequences on your day to day life. When fighting for your compensation we take into account if you have had to take time off work, if you have had to pay for medication and any other losses that you may have incurred.

If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.

Employees Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Your Rights as Employees:

Your rights as an employee cannot be changed or removed by your employer; the rights to work in a safe and healthy environment at work are given to you by law.

• Most important rights you have as an Employee:
• To be provided with any personal protective and safety equipment
• To have any risks to your health and safety properly controlled
• Tell your employer about any health and safety concerns
• If your employer does not listen to your concerns, contact the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
• Stop work and leave your work area, if you have reasonable concerns about your safety
• You are entitled to:

à Rest breaks during the working day;

à To have annual paid holiday; and

à Time off from work during the working week.

Your Responsibilities to avoid any Accident at Work

• Employees important responsibilities:
• to take reasonable care of your own health and safety
• Avoid wearing jewellery if operating machinery
• Keep your hair tied back
• Take reasonable care not to put other employees and members of the public at risk
• Make sure you get proper training
• Follow and understand the company’s health and safety policies
• Report any injuries, strains or illnesses you suffer as a result of your job
• Keep your employer aware of any changes you go through whilst at work, if something happens that might affect your ability to work

à Your employer has a legal responsibility for your health and safety, they may need to suspend you while they find a solution to the problem, but you will normally be paid if this happens.

Who is responsible for Health and Safety at Work

• Employer must carry out a risk assessment
• Employer must take care of the health and safety of employees and visitors

à First-aiders are needed

à First aid equipment should be provided

Reporting an Accident at Work

• Your employee must report work-related accident, diseases and dangerous incidents to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

How to report an Accident at Work

• All accidents can be reported online
• Phone the Incident Contact Centre ( to report fatal and major injuries )

What your Employer must report

• Your employer must report:

• Major injuries
• Disease
• Death
• Dangerous incidents
• Injuries that stops an employee from doing their normal work for more than three days

à The reporting must be done by your employer, but if you are involved it’s a good idea to make sure it’s been reported.

Recording Accident at Work

• Any injury at work must be recorded in your employers Accident Book

à Important if you need time off work or need to claim compensation

à Helps employers take action to stop accidents in the future

Sick pay

• You have the right to statutory sick pay

Making an injury claim

• Any claim must:

à Be made within 3 years of the date of the accident

à You will need a solicitor to represent you

à You should speak to a specialist personal injury lawyer

• Considering suing your employer?

Remember that the aim of legal damages is to put you in the position you would be in had the accident not happened.

What to do next if you have had an Accident at Work

• Record the injury in the ‘Accident Book’
• Make sure your employer has reported it to the HSE online
• Check your contract about sick or accident pay
• If your injury was caused to health and safety problems at work:

à Point them out to your employer

à Point them out to your safety representative

à Ask them to deal with the problems

• Ø Seek Legal Advice

Quality Solicitors, Oliver & Co specialise in Accident At Work Claims Our specialist team of Personal Injury Solicitors have a wide range of experience in dealing with all types of claims, with claims values from the most straight forward of whiplash injury claims to catastrophic injury claims.

A Successful claim dealt with by Quality Solicitors – What’s My Claim Worth

Our client worked as a Crane Controller on the railways and sustained injury when a crow bar he was using slipped and his dominant ring finger became trapped between a bar and steel rail. Our client was wearing gloves provided by his employer however he had not been provided with any training. Our client had immediate pain in his dominant ring finger and attended hospital where his finger was treated. He returned to work and was put on light duties for a short period of time.  Due to his injuries our client has been left with a small scar on his fingertip and some numbness of the tip. Quality Solicitors Oliver & Co assisted our client to obtain £2938.00 in compensation and financial losses.

What we can do for you?

If an injury like this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth. We understand that the injuries that you have suffered can have severe consequences on your day to day life. When fighting for your compensation we take into account if you have had to take time off work, if you have had to pay for medication and any other losses that you may have incurred.

If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.

What’s My Claim Worth have extensive experience dealing with  accidents that have happened to you in wide vaiety of circumstances. We have a specialist team at What’s My Claim Worth who will fight for the compensation that you deserve. Our team understands that it can be a very difficult and daunting time for you and they will do their best to offer a sympathetic ear along with unparalleled legal expertise.  If you have suffered a personal injury, which was not your fault, you may be entitled to claim for compensation.

 Moving and Handling:

• SLIPS AND TRIPS
• USING EQUIPMENT
• MACHINERY ACCIDENTS
• FORKLIFT ACCIDENTS
• INADEQUATE TRAINING
• UNSAFE PREMISES/SITE
• ACTIONS OF YOUR COLLEAGUES

Health and Safety

Health and Safety Regulations has made employees more aware of the danger of suffering an Accident at Work. Whether you have suffered because of Machinery Accidents, Forklift Accidents, or from hurting your back whilst lifting and carrying, you could be entitled to personal injury compensation.

Employees

Training is paramount, to ensure you as an employee understand the Health and Safety Regulations to prevent you from suffering an Accident At Work.

Employer

Your employer must ensure that employees are protected whilst at work by following the Health and Safety Regulations.

If you’ve suffered an Accident at Work, that you think could have been avoided, then you may be eligible for personal injury compensation.

Legal Services

What we can do for you?

If an injury like this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth. We understand that the injuries that you have suffered can have severe consequences on your day to day life. When fighting for your compensation we take into account if you have had to take time off work, if you have had to pay for medication and any other losses that you may have incurred.

If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.

What’s My Claim Worth have extensive experience dealing with  accidents that have happened to you in wide vaiety of circumstances. We have a specialist team at What’s My Claim Worth who will fight for the compensation that you deserve. If you have suffered a personal injury via a defective product, then you may be entitled to claim for compensation.

Following the largest group litigation in UK legal history people who suffered chemical burns from brand new sofas have been granted the ability to receive compensation, ending a lengthy legal battle.

This was initially brought to light through an investigation by the BBC Television show ‘Watchdog’.  What the investigation showed was that a high number of people began experiencing skin problems, from sofas bought at high street shops. This was caused by a chemical called dimethyl fumarate, which was used to prevent the sofas deteriorating during the journey from China to the UK.

Sofa’s like all products sold must undergone testing and adhere to strict standards of health and safety. Otherwise it can mean huge consequences for the manufactures and sellers. While many do employ these standards, unfortunately some products do tend to slip through the net.

If a situation similar to this has affected you in any way then you should not hesitate to contact us, or to try our ‘Calculate my claim’ feature on the right side of this page to see what your claim may be worth. We understand that the injuries that you have suffered can have severe consequences on your day to day life. When fighting for your compensation we take into account if you have had to take time off work, if you have had to pay for medication and any other losses that you may have incurred.

If your claim is successful you will keep 100% of the compensation that is awarded, and that, win or lose, you will not pay any legal fees.

Call 0800 849 2220 to speak to a member of our specialist team of personal injury lawyers who will assist you further with this matter.