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How much compensation could I be owed for a beauty claim?

Now that we are getting to the end of the year, and towards the much anticipated Christmas season, it’s time for you to go out and get the beauty treatments that you deserve. Whether you would prefer a trip to a hair salon, a nail treatment or perhaps your make-up completed by a beauty specialist, you deserve to feel good about yourself and your appearance. Just keep in mind that it’s important that you keep as safe as possible, so if you do end up getting hurt, it’s time to make a beauty claim.

The pandemic is still here and it’s crucial that you remain safe as the weather gets colder. That way you can avoid getting ill. Your salon will have procedures in place to ensure that you are kept safe from spreading Covid-19. However, there is still a chance that you could still suffer from an accident due to your beauty treatment. If this is the case then you could be owed compensation for any damages that you have suffered from through a beauty claim. Gowing Law Solicitors can help you with this.

The more damages you have experienced, the more likely it is you will receive a higher amount of compensation for your injuries. Find out how Gowing Law Solicitors can assist with a beauty claim by calling us on 0800 041 8350 or by using our website below:

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What is a beauty claim?

Before we jump into how much compensation you could be owed by the owner of a salon for a beauty claim, let’s talk about beauty claims in general. You would make a beauty claim if you ended up getting hurt in a salon. The salon’s owner and staff owe you a “duty of care.” Therefore, they need to make sure that you keep safe when you enter the salon’s property, undertake the treatment and before you leave. If you do end up getting hurt because of their negligence, this would mean that they are completely liable for the damages. Therefore, they also need to pay for any physical injuries you have suffered from. They may also be liable for any special damages you have suffered from, including:

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If you have suffered from an accident in a salon, it’s important that you tell someone as quickly as possible that you have been hurt. The staff of the salon need to be able to assist you and call an ambulance to look over your wounds. One of the staff members may also know CPR. You should also ask for the salon staff or owner to note down your accident in the work accident book. This can be used as evidence to back up your case. If you are well enough to look for evidence, we would highly recommend that you do so. That way you can get your evidence organized before you get started on your beauty claim.

Evidence can include:

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Once you have collected your evidence and have been assessed by a doctor, it’s important that you speak to a beauty claim solicitor. That way they can get started on your case. Your solicitor will help you organize your evidence and work with the responsible party on your settlement agreement. The settlement agreement will determine how much compensation you receive. If the responsible party refuses to assist you with your claim, your solicitor may recommend that you need to go to court to get the claim sorted. Just keep in mind that this is very unlikely. Instead, it’s more likely that you will receive your compensation after the settlement agreement.

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What sort of beauty treatments count under a beauty claim?

When it comes to beauty claims, it’s important to understand that there are a range of different treatments that you could claim for if they end up going wrong. You went to a salon to be pampered. As you have spent money on the service, you are in a contract with the beauty technician. Therefore, they are responsible for your safety when they are put in control of the treatment. The areas of beauty treatments include:

  • Hair Cuts
  • Tanning Salons
  • Laser Skin Centres
  • Cosmetic Botox Centres
  • Cosmetic Dentistry Surgeries
  • Nail Salons
  • Spas and Spa Treatments
  • Body Piercing Centres
  • Tattoo Centres

It’s important to report the injury if you do suspect that you were hurt due to the negligence of the employees or owners. You didn’t deserve to get hurt. Instead, you need to claim compensation for the damages that you have experienced. The longer you leave your injuries, the more likely it is that your injuries are going to end up getting worse.

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How could I get injured in a salon?

If you have decided on a beauty treatment in a salon, the salon owner or the workers in the salon will always do their best to ensure that you are safe through the treatment. Whether you decide on a nail treatment, skin and massage therapy, a treatment at a make-up counter or a minor cosmetic surgery, it is important that your make-up artist or beauty technician talks you fully through the treatment. This includes any potential chemicals in the products or risks that could occur from using certain materials or beauty tools.

Your salon may even have a contract for you to look over that will let you know all of the potential hazards that come from undertaking the treatment. If they fail to do this, and something does end up going wrong, they could held liable for your damages. They should show you the products and you should inform them whether or not you have any allergies.

Some of the most common injuries for beauty claims include:

Most common types of beauty claims

Depending on the type of treatment you receive, the type of injuries you have may take a long time to develop or they may be instantaneous. If you do end up developing an illness, infection or are worried about your beauty treatment, you need to inform the salon workers about it quickly. They can fix any problems you are worried about. If you don’t feel comfortable about going back to the salon to get the damage repaired, you may want to go to a different beauty salon or hospital to have the treatment removed.

Beauty salons are notorious for either having untrained staff or premises that have not been fully cleaned/sanitized after other treatments. We know that’s the last thing you want to hear during the pandemic. But these sort of environments can encourage germ growth or infections to spread from un-sanitized equipment. If you have a bad feeling about a salon, do not go through with the treatment. Some of the most common accidents come from:

  • Broken tanning beds
  • Un-sanitized nail tools
  • Broken acrylic nails
  • Strong chemicals
  • Dirty or wet floors that can cause slips
  • Aggressive workers
  • Allergic reactions to dyes, colours, nail polishes or wax
  • Scars from chemical peels
  • Lip filler reaction
  • Internal damage from cosmetic surgeries
  • Cuts and tissue damage from scissors and sharp objects

If you suffer from any of these types of injuries, you will need medical treatment as quickly as possible. That way the injuries will not get any worse and you will not end up needing additional treatment, such as medication or rehabilitation therapies.

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Untrained Beauty Staff: One of the most common causes of injuries

Back in April 2021, the BBC revealed a story that a nurse had gone undercover to observe beauty treatments in the industry. She was shocked to find that the practitioner was botching non-surgical facelifts. Not only was the area of training not sterilized and clean, but she was causing the patients pain and popping blood vessels in the forehead. Together, this could lead to an infection. The students learning from this practitioner only had 5 hours to learn the technique. This means that in the future, there may be beauty practitioners that simply don’t know what they are doing. Overall, this could lead to even more accidents.

Never feel afraid to ask a beauty practitioner for their credentials. You have the right to find out if they are trained and are able to safely perform the treatment on you without causing any damage. You should also take a look online to see if there are any reviews left by other people about your beautician. That way you can make an informed choice about whether you want to work with them or not. By doing research on your beauty staff, you can avoid any accidents that could cause long-lasting injuries.

Beauty Claims and Compensation: How much could I be owed?

It’s important to understand that the amount of compensation that you could be owed will depend on the damages you have experienced. Making a beauty claim is another form of a personal injury claim. That means your solicitor will be taking into account your general damages and special damages. Your general damages will account for any physical injuries that you have experienced. Your special damages will account for any additional damages that have appeared before, during or after the incident. Due to these types of damages, the amount of compensation that you receive will depend on how bad your damages actually are. So, for instance, if you were scarred from a hot wax treatment, you may be owed more compensation than a small infection from a nail implant.

Here are a range of compensation that you could be owed for specific injuries:

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The best way to discover how much you could be owed is to speak to your solicitor. They can offer you an estimate that can be used in a future settlement agreement. Your solicitor can calculate any additional damages that need to be added to your total. They will also work with the third-party on your behalf to get you the compensation you deserve. That way, if you are feeling nervous about asking your salon for compensation, you can have a legal expert do it on your behalf. They can also fill out any tricky paperwork that may be leaving you confused. Feel free to ask them any questions about making a beauty claim. Your solicitor will always be more than happy to help you.

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Are you ready to get started on your beauty claim? Gowing Law Solicitors is here to help! We are determined to get you the compensation that you deserve. We can provide you free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are happy to move forward with your claim, we can work with you on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will never have to pay any hidden fees. Instead, you will only need to pay your solicitor if they win your case for you. Therefore, you will always come out on top!

Find out how Gowing Law Solicitors can help with a beauty claim by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claims checker. One of our specialists will then be in touch to answer any additional questions that you may have.

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Work Accidents & Lung Cancer Claims: Will I be eligible for Compensation?

Did you know that between 2021-2035, it is predicted that the case numbers of most cancers will rise? According to Cancer Research UK, this includes lung cancer. Here at Gowing Law Solicitors, we understand that cancer is a very sensitive topic. It can be a scary time for the cancer patient and their families. We also understand that if the cancer was caused by a work accident or exposure to dangerous substances, this can make you feel angry or extremely frustrated. You did not deserve to suffer from cancer due to your employer’s negligence. Instead, they put you in a dangerous situation and you ended up suffering due to their incompetence. This is why you need to start looking into Lung Cancer Claims and Work Accidents.

Lung Cancer Claims can fall under personal injuries and work accidents. Keep in mind the type of claim that your solicitor suggests for you to undertake will depend on the circumstances surrounding your claim. Everyone’s claim is different. Either way, you will always get the legal support that you need to move forward with your claim. Learn more by calling our law firm on 0800 041 8350 or by using our website below:

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What is a Work Accident Claim?

When we think about lung cancer and work accidents, usually this type of legal case would be classified as an “industrial accident”. Cancer UK believes that there is a growing link between cancer and a worker’s interaction with carcinogenic substances. A carcinogenic substance is one that has a mixture of different properties. So, if you are a builder or work with dangerous chemicals, materials or substances, this may put you at risk of developing a condition as you get older.

With that said, let’s take a moment to actually talk a little bit about work accidents in general. A work accident claim is there to protect you if your company, manager or the CEO of your firm has acted negligently, putting you at risk of an injury Therefore, if you do end up suffering from a physical injury, or something that has caused general and special damages, you could be owed thousands in compensation. This compensation can be used to help you afford any medical bills, future rehabilitation therapies, care work, bills or anything else that will assist you in your recovery.

Now, to talk about the obvious, a work accident is pretty much what it says on the tin. You get hurt at work. However, some accidents are going to be more severe than others. A compensation claim can be made if you were not responsible for your injuries. Instead, they happened due to the negligence of your fellow workers or someone with higher authority than you in the workplace.

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Negligence and Employers: What do I need to know?

No matter what type of career you have opted for, your manager or employer owe you a duty of care. This means they have a legal responsibility to ensure your safety when you go into work. This includes:

  • Providing you job training
  • Explaining safety procedures
  • Showing you fire escapes and security procedure
  • Allowing for regular breaks throughout the day
  • Providing regular activity change
  • Having a clean work environment
  • Not asking you to do tasks outside of your skill set

If your manager or employer fail to provide a safe environment and job, it is likely that you will eventually fall victim to a personal injury that was not your own responsibility. If more than one person was hurt due to employer negligence, the company will need to look at all of your cases individually. The amount of compensation that each of you could be potentially owed depends on the extent of the injuries each of you have suffered. Take a look below too see how your employer could act negligently and cause an accident.

Employer negligence includes:

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These are only a few examples of the types of negligence that you could experience at work. But they are some of the most common examples. No matter what type of negligence you have experienced, if you are worried about your place of work, report it to HR before it becomes a problem. If the problem has been reported before it becomes dangerous, it is likely that it will be sorted and no one gets hurt. However, if it is ignored even after the report, you could use this to back up your claim that negligence has occurred in your work environment. This could increase the amount of compensation that you are owed from your employer.

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What should I do if I suffer from any type of work accidents?

Obviously, work accidents come in many shapes and sizes. If you suffer from lung cancer due to exposure at work, it’s not going to be the same process as when you suffer from an immediate accident. It’s important that your solicitor takes into account both types of accidents. For instance, if you suffered from a long term illness, it’s going to be a different process to what you experience if you break a leg. Your lawyer will still ask you to collect evidence and get checked over by a medical specialist. Let’s start off with what you should do if you are hurt in a public accident at work.

You should:

  • Alert fellow staff that you have been in an accident
  • Ask your fellow staff for first aid and to call an ambulance
  • Collect evidence to prove your case
  • Speak to your solicitor to find out how you can progress with your case

With that said, if you have suffered from an industrial disease, it may take slower to progress than a broken bone or damaged organ. Take a look at the machinery or area that you work in. You will need to take note of your environment. If you are handling chemicals, have a dangerous environment, have dangerous fumes or machinery to handle, you may end up struggling with a disease. Keep an eye on your symptoms. You should not ignore them. Therefore, if you notice something worrying, go to a doctor immediately. You will need to get a diagnosis from them before you try to make your claim. When you have found out your diagnosis from your doctor or medical facility, you will need to consider how you suffered from the disease in the first place.

Take a look around the office and at the jobs you undertake. You should take note of any dangerous materials, chemicals or machinery that you work with. Your exposure to these could result in a future ailment or illness. Use this as evidence and let your solicitor know. The evidence can be used to back up your case is the following:

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Lung Cancer: How can it be a work accident?

Did you know that occupational cancer kills around 200,000 people a year? For lung cancer patients, this can be due to the fact that they are working with dangerous chemicals without proper PPE or are around dangerous fumes.

This can include:

  • Mineral oils
  • Diesel and exhaust fumes
  • Asbestos
  • Nuclear chemicals
  • Scientific chemicals

If you are at risk of developing lung cancer in your workplace, your employer needs to take appropriate measures to keep you safe. This includes providing PPE and making sure you are at a safe distance to any dangerous chemicals. If they fail with this, and you develop lung cancer as a result, you could be owed compensation for their negligence. Sometimes lung cancer can appear quickly, other times it can take years to develop. That’s why if you are diagnosed with cancer, and it is due to your employer’s negligence, you could be owed compensation if you make a claim within 3 years of your diagnosis.

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What are the symptoms of lung cancer?

Should you be at risk of lung cancer due to your job, it’s important that you can an eye on your health. That way if you notice that you are having symptoms, you can seek help as quickly as possible. Cancer can get worse pretty quickly. That’s why it’s important that you go to a doctor as soon as you notice that something is wrong.

Symptoms of lung cancer include:

  • A cough that remains after 2-3 weeks
  • A cough that gets worse
  • A long chest infection
  • Coughing blood
  • Breathlessness
  • Aches or pains in your chest
  • Lack of energy/tiredness
  • Lack of appetitive/weight loss

When you visit your doctor, they will first inspect you through physical examination. They will see if there are any physical signs of lung cancer. If it is believed that you may have early symptoms of this disease, you will be asked to undertake an x-ray or a cat-scan, if your doctor wishes to have a closer inspection. If they do discover a lump, they will ask to do a biopsy. This will be what determines whether or not it is a cancer. They may test any lymph nodes that are in proximity to the lump, as these may contain similar cells. Your doctor will then get in touch with the results and whether or not any follow up treatments will be needed to help with the mass.

The type of treatment you receive will be determined by the width, density, size and stage of the cancer tumour.

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Lung Cancer Claim: Special Damages

If you are planning on making a lung cancer claim, it’s important to understand that you can make the claim for more than just your general damages. Your general damages are any physical damages that you have suffered from. You can also suffer from special damages. Special damages account for any additional problems that you have suffered thanks to the injury, or in this case your cancer. If successful, you will be able to receive more compensation due to your damages.

Special damages can include:

Special Damages for Work Accident Claims

It’s important to remember that you will need evidence to back up each of these work accidents claims. For instance, if you suffer from emotional distress because of your cancer, you may need a witness statement or a medical health report from a psychological expert. However, if you suffer from financial damages, you can use receipts to back up your claim that you lost money on your treatment. Your solicitor can help you organize your evidence to prove that you suffered from lung cancer because of your employer. That way you will be entitled to additional compensation and you can put it to good use.

Take a look below to get a rough estimate of how much you could be owed:

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How long will it take to make a Lung Cancer Claim?

The amount of time needed to complete your claim will depend on the complexity of your claim. For instance, if your employer refuses to admit that they were at fault for your cancer, it may take longer to make a claim. After all, you will not only have to have a long settlement agreement talk but you may also have to go to court. However, other times, it may be a quick settlement because your employer is willing to pay your compensation. The best way to find out how long it will take to make a claim is to speak to your solicitor. They can give you an estimate of how long it will take and how much you could be owed. Your solicitor can also let you know about any potential delays that could impact your claim. Feel free to ask them any questions that may come to mind!

Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Make sure to get support!

It’s important that you seek out the right help if you are going through any type of cancer. Lung cancer can be scary to go through on your own. That’s why we want to raise awareness for lung cancer this month. If you are suffering from cancer, make sure to speak to your doctor or Macmillan for support and advice about how to make your life more comfortable. November is Lung Cancer Awareness month. To find out more about raising awareness for Lung Cancer, please click the link below:

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Being faced with any sort of legal claim can make you feel worried, unsettled and concerned about what your future is going to hold. It was not fair that a work accident lead to your diagnosis of lung cancer. That is why it’s essential that you speak to a solicitor from Gowing Law to ensure that you get the compensation that you deserve.

Your compensation can be used to help pay for any debts, bills or comforts during your treatment. You can ask our solicitors for free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are happy to move forward with your case, Gowing Law’s expert team of solicitors can work with you on a “no win- no fee” basis. That means you will never have to pay your solicitor any hidden fees. Instead, you will only need to pay your solicitor if they win your case for you. Therefore, you will always come out on top!

Find out how Gowing Law Solicitors can help you with your claim by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claims checker. Feel free to ask our solicitors any questions you may have. Our specialists would be more than happy to answer anything that is on your mind.

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Collapsed Ceilings and Housing Disrepair Claims

Collapsed ceilings are a serious hazard for any resident of a council house or housing association. Not only can they cause serious personal injuries, but they can damage the overall structure of your property in general.

To have your ceiling collapse in your home implies a serious amount of negligence on behalf of your landlord. They may have failed to notice the weakening structure over the last few years, or perhaps they even just decided to ignore it. Either way, if you notice that there are cracks or a visual droop in the ceiling’s plaster, you need to notify your landlord as quickly as possible to have it fixed. If they fail to do this then the problem could become much worse. The last thing you want to deal with over winter or during the pandemic is a collapsed ceiling. That’s why it’s important that you start looking into Housing Disrepair Claims. A solicitor from Gowing Law can help you do that.

Here at Gowing Law Solicitors, we are determined to help you with your Housing Disrepair Claims. No matter what type of damages you have experienced due to your landlord’s negligence, our team of specialists will be there to support you throughout your case. You can contact us at any time to begin your claim. Feel free to call 0800 041 8350 when you are ready to get started. You can also visit our website to find out more information about how we can help:

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Housing Disrepair Claims: What are they?

Housing disrepair claims are there to protect you when your home is damaged by forces that are outside of your control. This includes landlord negligence, time, age, natural disaster and influence from neighbouring properties. Your landlord is responsible for the repairs of your home. This includes paying any fees that are required for replacements or repair work to ensue. If they fail to do this and act negligently, you could be owed compensation as well as your repairs sorted out. Your landlord is responsible for the following areas of your house:

Housing Disrepair Claims and Collapsed Ceilings

As you can see, your landlord is responsible for the upkeep of the majority of your home, including your garden, attic, balconies and any essential equipment. Although you do need to keep your home in good condition, including clean and tidy, your landlord needs to ensure that any damages that you did not cause are taken care of as quickly as possible. Make sure to contact them through phone or email, as well as written correspondence. If you send a letter then you will be able to use it as evidence that you did your best to inform your landlord about the disrepair. Here is the process you should follow if you end up having a housing disrepair:

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Your landlord needs to get the disrepair sorted as quickly as possible. That way they won’t end up getting worse. A collapsed ceiling can go from bad to worse extremely quickly, that’s why it’s important that they get the right team in to fix the problem at hand. If they fail to do this then this is an act of negligence. Should your landlord act negligently, you could be owed compensation if you end up getting hurt due to a collapsed ceiling. Some of the most common types of landlord negligence include:

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The amount of compensation that you receive will depend on the extent of the negligence you have endured. It will also depend on the amount of time that the disrepair has been left for. Take for instance, only a small crack has appeared in your ceiling. Although it may signify a larger problem at hand, the repairs needed to ensure it does not collapse will be less than fixing a fully collapsed ceiling. If you have been hurt due to the collapsed ceiling, you can also make a claim based on the personal injuries you have experienced. Keep this in mind when you speak to your solicitor about your claim. They will be there to help you during your time of need.

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What causes collapsed ceilings?

The ceiling in your home may have collapsed due to a wide variety of reasons. Sometimes it may just be the age of your home, other times it may be due to a weakening of the surrounding structures. Cracks can form due poor craftsmanship, especially if the insulation is old or potentially falling apart. There may be something heavy beneath the ceiling surface that may be putting extra pressure on the structure. If the ceiling is already weak, it is likely that the structure will not be able to hold for much longer. That’s why it’s crucial that if you notice something wrong that you alert your landlord as quickly as possible. You may notice that:

  • There is a creaking sound coming from the ceiling.
  • You hear a cracking noise coming from the ceiling.
  • You see a droop appear in your ceiling in the plasterboard or through the cornice
  • A large crack occurs through the plaster of the ceiling
  • You see nails or screws pulling away from the plasterboard sheeting

If your ceiling does end up drooping or falling down, there is a chance that the dust could cause a breathing issue due to the tiny particles of the ceiling. Worse still if your home has asbestos in the walls, this could cause irreparable lung damage and could eventually potentially cause cancer if it is fully breathed in. These type of damages will not help you if you already suffer from asthma or a breathing disorder. In fact, you may find that your disorders end up getting worse and that you need to get medical treatment to try and help you feel better.

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Collapsed Ceilings and Personal Injuries

Collapsed ceilings can cause serious injuries if more than just a small portion of it falls down. Recently, there was a case in a Weatherspoons where 6 people were left covered in plaster because the ceiling of the establishment fell on them. Unfortunately, in some cases, a large amount of ceiling falling on people can cause a wide range of damages. If the piece is large enough, it could cause a fatality, however in most cases, these are the type of injuries that you could suffer from:

  • Cuts and bruises
  • Broken bones
  • Loss of eyesight
  • Damaged spine
  • Damaged nerves
  • Head trauma
  • Breathing difficulties

If you have been hurt due to a ceiling collapsing, it’s important that you get help as quickly as you can. Even if your injuries do not seem severe, you need to get a doctor to look you over. That way they can determine whether or not you will need medical assistance, rehabilitation assistance or medication. You should also ask for a medical report to act as evidence that you were hurt due to your housing disrepairs. This could help you claim a higher amount of compensation when you start your case.

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Water Damage and Ceiling Damages

Another reason why you could be eligible for compensation is through water damage. Sometimes if your ceiling is exposed to the elements or a heavy amount of flooding, it could become cracked, sag or experience moulding and damp issues. You may end up seeing tiny specks of black and brown appear on your ceiling. There may even be some damp that makes the room feel moist and unpleasant to be in. Water damage can even occur from broken pipes, boilers and tanks and can do more than damage your ceiling. It can damage your wall structures, wall paper and even leave marks on your flooring.

Make sure to keep an eye on any holes that appear in the ceiling that allow leaks to fall through into the room. If they are left unfixed, you will find that you are unable to live in the room or feel comfortable incorporating it into your daily schedule. This can cause a lot of problems, especially if the room has essential equipment in it, such as your bathroom, kitchen or bathroom.

How could I be eligible to make a Housing Disrepair Claim?

The best way to determine whether or not you are eligible to make a Housing Disrepair Claim is to see whether or not you were hurt or experienced damages due to the housing disrepair. So it did not just damage the house but it caused your personal damages. You suffered due to the disrepairs in your home. That’s why you could be owed compensation because of the negligence of your landlord.

Your claim will most likely fall into at least one of these three categories:

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As you can see, it is likely that your claim will fall into more than one of these categories. Let’s take for instance that your ceiling has collapsed. If it fell on you then it is likely that you experienced personal injuries, such as broken bones, bleeding or bruising and needed hospital appointments to feel like yourself again. The dust damaged your clothes and furniture. Therefore, you could no longer use them. As the hole was so big, you may have found that it was impossible to use the room as it was dusty, dirty and covered in debris. If this was your living room, bedroom, bathroom or kitchen, then you may experience inconvenience. The more damages you have, the more likely it is that you will receive a higher amount of compensation. You could be owed anything up to £20,000 in damages!

What should I do if I am going to make a Housing Disrepair Claim for collapsed ceilings?

After you have sought out medical treatment for any damages you have experienced, it is time for you to get started on your Housing Disrepair Claim. We understand that you may be going through an extremely difficult time, especially if you have to go through medical rehabilitation for your injuries. Your solicitor will go through your claim with you and make sure you understand what sort of damages could make you eligible for compensation. This includes any special damages, like emotional damages, financial damages and loss of opportunity. Your solicitor will then focus on helping you claim compensation for your losses. They will hire a triage assessor to look into, assess and fix the damages. Take a look at the claim’s process below:

Assessor Steps for Housing Disrepair Claims

Keep in mind that every housing disrepair claim is different, therefore some may take longer than others. Be patient with your solicitor. They will always do their best to ensure that you get the help you need. However, a complex case will mean that it will take longer. Feel free to ask them any questions that come to mind. Your lawyer will always be there to assist you.

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Collapsed ceilings are serious issues in council homes and properties from the housing association. They can cause injuries and make any breathing issues far worse. Your landlord needs to sort this as quickly as possible. If they fail to do this then it’s time to get started on your housing disrepair claim with Gowing Law Solicitors. We can offer you free advice and consultations about your claim. If you are happy to move forward, our lawyers can work with you on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will never have to pay any hidden fees. Instead, you only need to pay your solicitor if they win your case for you. Therefore, you will always come out on top.

Find out more about Housing Disrepair Claims today by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claim’s checker. One of our specialists will then be in touch to answer any additional questions that you may have.

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Neighbouring Properties: Can I make a Housing Disrepair Claim?

When we normally think about making a Housing Disrepair Claim, we are naturally thinking about what has happened to our own properties. However, in some cases, we may be thinking about any neighbouring properties that could be having an impact on our homes. This can be a complicated issue. After all, you don’t want to cause any conflict between you, your landlord and your neighbours. But in some cases, it may be necessary to get in contact to make sure your council home or property from the housing association remains standing or in one piece.

Winter is coming, so if your neighbouring property is causing disrepairs in your own home, you need to alert your landlord and your neighbours as quickly as possible. Your house needs to comply with UK health and safety standards. Therefore, if it does pose a problem due to your neighbours and their residence, your landlord will need to get it sorted.

Here at Gowing Law, we understand that it can be frustrating to suffer from a housing disrepair due to your neighbouring properties. You may feel out of control or like no one is listening to your concerns. But our legal team will. Our Housing Disrepair Claim specialists are here to help. You can contact them now by calling 0800 041 8350 or visit our website below to get started:

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The Basics of Housing Disrepair Claims: What do I need to know?

Before we jump into how neighbouring properties could be damaging in your home, let’s talk about the basics of housing disrepair claims. If you are thinking of making one yourself, it’s crucial that you understand what you are getting yourself into. Your solicitor will handle the paperwork and difficult details of your case. But it’s important that you understand whether or not you’re eligible for compensation.

Now, the first thing you need to know about housing disrepair claims is that they are there to protect you when your house has started to experience problems, disrepairs or general damages. In order to make a successful claim, you need to prove that the disrepairs were not your fault. Instead, your landlord, or even neighbours, were liable for any damages that you have experienced. You did not cause the damages, but you were still forced to experience the after-effects of the issues at hand. That means you could be owed compensation, as well as the repairs sorted in your accommodation.

With that said, your landlord is responsible for the majority of your council house or property from the housing association. This includes the following inside and outside of your house:

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Landlord Negligence

As you can see, your landlord is responsible for a wide range of problems that could occur inside your house. Now, a lot of properties that are council homes or properties from the housing district are quite old and may naturally be in need of repair. In most cases, your landlord will focus on getting the disrepairs sorted out. You will contact them about your damages, in both writing and through electronic correspondence, and they will need notice to go to your house and check over your damages. They will then decide whether or not they need to hire a repair-worker to get the damages sorted out. If they fail to act, or leave you with a disrepair, then this could be seen as an act of negligence. This is when you need to get started on your Housing Disrepair Claim.

Take a look at the infographic below to understand how landlord negligence occurs:

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Neighbouring Properties: Can I make a housing disrepair claim against my neighbour?

Ultimately, it is your landlord’s responsibility to ensure that your property is in a habitable state for you and your family to live safely in. Most of the time, your disrepairs are going to be caused by time and dangerous structures. However, there may be times that the disrepairs occur due to any neighbouring properties or the neighbours themselves. If this happens, your landlord will still be responsible for any damages that occur. However, your neighbour may be guilty of criminal damages, depending on what role they played in relation to the disrepairs. For instance, if they vandalized your property, you can go to CIRCA to press charges and claim compensation.

But, if their property’s structure has damaged yours, then you will have to tell them that you are asking your landlord to help with the damages. You should also recommend that they should speak to their own landlord if they live in a council home or property from the housing association.

Speak to your solicitor if you are feeling unsure about whether or not your neighbour is liable for the damages that your home has experienced. Some cases will be more complicated than others. Therefore, it is good to have a legal expert look over your case before you get started. That way, you will be able to figure out who actually owes you compensation for your damages.

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How could neighbouring properties damage my house?

Your neighbours could be responsible for the damages in your home either through dangerous structures or through anti-social behaviour. Let’s start off by talking about dangerous structures. If your house was damaged by neighbouring properties, it is most likely that the structure of the other home was falling apart. Some example of unreliable structure damage can include:

  • Cracked bricks or walls being dislodged from the property
  • Broken roof tiles falling off
  • Under flooring structures breaking
  • Chimney collapse
  • Falling balconies
  • Faulty wiring or electrics

Of course, these are only a few ways that you could experience a disrepair due to the maintenance of neighbouring properties. Before a disrepair occurs, make sure to keep an eye on the exterior of your neighbour’s home. If you notice something looks amiss then you should mention it to your neighbour. After all, you could help them avoid any extreme damage. For instance, if there are faulty electrics on the exterior of your neighbour’s home, this could end up leading to a fire that could damage both of your properties. It could also lead to you experiencing a personal injury because of the fire.

Be polite about the damage and offer assistance if need be. It may be that they are unsure about how to move forward with a claim of their own. If you are both in council estates, you may want to politely suggest that they start their own housing disrepair claim.

Here is what you should do if your home is damaged due to the disrepairs on a neighbour’s home:

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Neighbouring Properties & Anti-Social Behaviour

Another thing you may be wondering about is in relation to anti-social behaviour. Not all criminal acts happen to people. Instead, you may experience your home being vandalized or partially destroyed due to your neighbour’s behaviour. They may act violently, throw things at your home or try to break in and destroy your property. If you experience this for yourself, you may feel too frightened to act. You may even be forced to call the police. Unfortunately, you cannot make a housing disrepair claim if your neighbour is just being loud or a little disorderly. Housing disrepair claims are there to protect your property from physical damages. If no harm has come to your house, you should not make a claim. Instead, speak to the police and see if you can get a restraining order or have a warning given to them.

However, if your house is damaged due to vandalism, graffiti or violence, that is when you need to start considering two types of claims. The first is your housing disrepair claim, as you will need the damages sorted as quickly as possible. In some cases, the neighbour’s insurance will be used to pay for the damages, however you should always alert your landlord about what has happened. They can assist with finding the right repair-workers. It may even be that they ask for the neighbour’s compensation to have the work completed. You can also start looking to CIRCA to take the criminal claim to court. That way you can receive a pay-out that can be used to finance any needed repairs.

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Will my neighbour have to pay for the damages to my home?

This depends on the type of case you are planning on making against your neighbour. If you believe that the negligence was caused by them, or they did it purposefully to damage your home, it is very likely that they will be either paying you compensation from their insurer or potentially out of their own pocket. If they don’t tell their insurer, or refuse to pay you for the damages, you can raise the issues with their insurers themselves. That way the damages will be settled either through the insurer or through them. Your solicitor can help you if you are worried that this will cause friction or problems between you and your neighbour.

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How could I be eligible for compensation?

If you are thinking about making a housing disrepair claim in relation to neighbouring properties, you may be wondering about how you could be eligible for compensation. It’s one thing getting the repairs sorted in your house, but you may also be owed a pay-out for any damages that you have experienced. To be eligible for a housing disrepair claim, you need to prove that any personal injuries or damages in your home are not due to your own negligence. They were due to the age of your home or the negligence of your landlord. These types of damages tend to fall into three categories. Take a look below to see what these categories are:

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Of course, you may end up falling into more than one of these categories. Let’s say that your house suffers from a serious hole in the roof. The hole let water in and caused water damage to your belongings. Due to the damp, it caused mould to grow in the room and you found you did not want to use it at all. This caused inconvenience. Eventually, due to the puddles on the floor, you ended up slipping over and injuring your spine. This is an example of a personal injury.

It’s important that you let your solicitor know as quickly as possible about all of the damages that you have experienced due to the negligence of your landlord. The more damages you have experienced, the more likely it is that you will receive a higher amount of compensation. Some claimants could even be owed up to £20,000! Speak to your solicitor so you can get an estimate of how much money you could be owed today. You may also get more if you have experienced the following damages:

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Neighbouring Properties: How do I make a Housing Disrepair Claim?

Now that you have decided to make a housing disrepair claim, it’s time that you understand how the claim’s process works. It’s understandable that you may feel nervous, especially if you need to speak to neighbouring properties about the issues at hand, but our solicitors will be there to assist you. The first thing you need to do is speak to your solicitor about your disrepair. Provide them as much detail as possible about the problems, as well as information about how much notice you provided your landlord and how long the disrepair has been going on for. The extent of the disrepair and the damages it has caused will affect how much you could be owed for compensation.

Once you have spoken to your solicitor about your claim, they will focus on the compensation side of it. They will send over a triage assessor to look into the repair side of the claim. Take a look at the process below to see what you can expect during your case:

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The amount of time needed to complete your housing disrepair claim will depend on the complexity of your claim. Just keep in mind that due to the pandemic and backlog of UK court cases, it is likely that there may be delays with your case. Be patient with your solicitor. They will always do their best to keep you updated about what is happening with your case. If there are any problems or updates, you will be the first person that they tell.

You will have until you leave your council house or property from the housing association to make your claim. So make sure to get in contact with Gowing Law as quickly as possible. We are ready to help you get started on your case.

Gowing Law Solicitors can help with Housing Disrepair Claims about Neighbouring Properties

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Are you ready to get started on your housing disrepair claim? Neighbouring properties, or your neighbours in general, could potentially cause damages beyond your control. That’s why it’s crucial that you get assistance from our law firm as quickly as possible. The longer you leave your claim, the more likely it is that your damages will simply end up getting worse. That’s why our legal team is here to help you get started. We can offer you free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are happy to move forward with your claim, we can work with you on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will always come out on top. You will never need to pay any hidden fees. Instead, you will only need to pay our solicitors if they win your case for you!

Contact Gowing Law Solicitors today by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claims checker. One of our specialists will then be in touch to answer any additional questions you may have.

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Personal Injury Claims: Restaurant Accidents

When you go out to a restaurant, you are expecting a nice evening filled with delicious food, drinks and conversation. That’s why the last thing you expected was to get hurt due to a personal injury. As the restaurant is a public environment that means that the person in charge of the venue is also in charge of the safety of the visiting public. Therefore, if something goes wrong, you should start looking into personal injury claims. We understand that this has been a difficult year, especially due to the pandemic, that’s why it can be especially traumatic if you have ended up suffering from an accident.

Here at Gowing Law Solicitors, we are determined to help you with your PI case. No matter how serious your case is, our solicitors will be there to help you receive the compensation that you deserve. All you need to do is get in contact with our law firm to get started. You can call us on 0800 041 8350 or by using our claims checker below:

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Personal Injury Claims: What do I need to know about them?

Before we talk more about public accidents and restaurants, let’s take a moment to actually talk about what personal injury claims are all about. The first thing you need to know is that personal injury claims are there to protect you if you experience an accident in a public area. You can experience a personal accident in a range of areas, including parks, shops, bars or hotels. There can even be personal injuries made for pavement and road accidents. These types of accidents can be caused by a range of third-parties. This includes:

  • Shop owners
  • Salon owners
  • Car drivers
  • Builders
  • Local government
  • Engineers/Repair workers
  • Manufacturers

Those are only a few examples of the type of third-parties responsible for your injuries. In some cases, there may be times that you do not know who was responsible for your accident. For instance, if you suffered from a criminal injury, there may be a chance that you had a brain injury that caused you to forget who hurt you. There is also a chance that you just didn’t see who caused you the injuries. If this has happened to you, you will be able to make a claim through CICA.

If you have suffered from a personal injury, make sure to follow the process below to ensure that you can claim compensation for your damages.

The Personal Injury Claims process is:

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Restaurants and Liability: What are their duties to the customer?

When a restaurant opens their doors, their first priority should be the happiness and health of the customers. They will want to be able to make sure that their customers enjoy their food and the environment of their establishment. However, there are additional legal responsibilities that they have to adhere to. Not only do they need to have public liability insurance, but they need to ensure that their staff and restaurant comply with health and safety procedures and training. They also need to identify any additional hazards. That way they will be able to take a look around their restaurants and ensure that any faulty equipment, flooring or dangerous parts of the environment can be identified.

If a restaurant fails to act properly and deal with the potential threat, they could be held liable for any damages that you experience. Liable means that they are responsible for causing your injuries. Therefore, they will also be responsible for paying your compensation.

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Restaurants: What sort of injuries could I suffer from?

No matter what sort of environment you go to visit, there is a chance that you could suffer from a personal injury. It all depends on the negligence of the owner or manager of the establishment. The manager/owner owes their clients a “duty of care”. That means they need to make sure that the clients in the public venue are kept safe. This is the same for any employees that work at the restaurant. Unfortunately, even in the safest venue, someone may end up getting hurt due to negligence. That is why restaurants will hold public liability insurance. This insurance will help them with paying out for compensation.

Now, for restaurants in particular, negligence may appear in different forms. Some of the most common forms of negligence in a restaurant could include:

  • Food poisoning
  • Untrained Staff
  • Broken or dirty cutlery
  • Not knowing the safety routes out the restaurant
  • No fire safety in the kitchen
  • Foreign objects in the food
  • Insects in the food
  • Aggressive staff/customers

If you have experienced any of these types of negligence, it is likely that you could end up with a personal injury. You can make a claim for any large or small injuries. However, you will need to decide for yourself about whether or not you think your injury was worth the pay-out.

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General Damages and Special Damages

Of course, some of these injuries are going to be more extreme than others. The extent of your damages in the restaurant will determine the amount of compensation that you could be owed. Your damages will be grouped into two different categories. These are general damages, which are your physical damages, and special damages, which are your additional damages. Keep in mind that the more additional damages you suffer from, the more likely it is that you are going to receive a higher amount of compensation for your damages. Additional damages can appear before, after or during the your personal injury.

So, for instance, let’s say that you suffered from a burn from some hot soup falling on you. Before you went into the restaurant, you noticed that a piece of carpet was torn and that the restaurant’s environment was messy. You recommended having the area cornered off but the staff did not do this. So, when the waiter came over with your order, they tripped and spilled the soup on you. This can show that they were negligent and you deserve compensation.

You not only suffered from general damages from this event, but potentially some of the following special damages.

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For emotional damages, this is where your mental health has been affected by your injuries. So, you may have suffered from anxiety, depression or perhaps a current mental health problem has become worse. For financial damages, this may have included paying for health care of rehabilitation facilities or taxi or transport payment. Your wage may have also been affected because you have had to take time off work to recover. Damages to belongings means that your property has been destroyed during the accident. It will need to be replaced with a second-hand item. Now, you may be wondering about losses of opportunity. A loss of opportunity means that injury has impacted your future opportunities. So, you were meant for a promotion. However, as you had to take time off work, this promotion went to someone else.

Your solicitor can help you with any type of injury that happens in a restaurant. Make sure that you inform them about any additional damages you may have suffered from. They can assist you with sorting out your claim and compensation.

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Why could I be owed compensation from an accident in a restaurant?

Now, when you go into a restaurant, you have to understand that it is a public venue. Therefore, the owner and staff of the venue will have to take care of you and make sure that you are safe upon entering the premises. If they act negligently, and you do end up getting hurt, you could end up getting hurt. There are some very specific injuries that you may suffer in a restaurant. These can include:

  • Slipping on food, greasy spills or spilled drinks
  • Falling over due to bad lighting in restaurant
  • Burns of spilled food
  • Unclean/broken toilets
  • Food poisoning
  • Objects in food orders
  • Aggressive waiting staff

Personal injury claims happen when a staff member or the owner of the restaurant acts negligently against you. So, the staff or owner does something that gets you hurt. If you end up getting hurt from a public accident, you need to start thinking about personal injury claims. That way you can claim the compensation that you deserve whilst you are recovering from your wounds.

Food Poisoning: Can I make a claim?

One of the most common things you may get as a personal injury from a restaurant is food poisoning. The restaurant has to follow health and safety policies. This means that they need to make sure their facility:

  • Is clean and tidy
  • Has a well-maintained kitchen
  • Uses well-trained staff
  • Is prepared to handle food safely
  • Is clear on their training procedures

Health and safety inspectors are required to check on restaurants at least once a year. However, there may be times that a badly run restaurant goes under the radar. Therefore, you may end up getting hurt due to badly prepared food or due to the negligence of the staff. If this does end up happening to you, and you get food poisoning, you could be eligible for compensation. You should start your personal injury claim soon so you can get yourself the pay-out that you deserve.

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Allergic Reactions and Personal Injury Claims

Another thing that may happen in a restaurant is that you could have an allergic reaction when you eat the food. Now, it is your responsibility to pick food that you will not have an allergic reaction to. However, the restaurant will need to list the ingredients of the meals they provide. If they do not do so, or they don’t inform you of any allergens, and you have a reaction then you could be owed compensation for your damages.

You could also experience a reaction if a staff member or waiter gives you the wrong information and you order a certain type of food. So, make sure to tell your waiter as quickly as possible if you are allergic to any of the food. They can assist you and make sure your order doesn’t contain any of the allergens that could hurt you. If they fail to do so, you could be owed compensation for your damages.

How much compensation could I be owed for a restaurant accident?

There are many different amounts of compensation that you could be owed for your damages. The amount you receive will depend on the extent of your physical injuries, the extent of the negligence from the restaurant, any special damages you suffered and how long the case has been going on for. The worse your damages are, the more likely it is that you are going to receive a higher amount of compensation for your injuries. In some cases, this could be thousands. The best way to find out how much you could be owed is to speak to your solicitor. They can help you calculate an estimate of how much you could be owed for your damages. This can help when it comes to talking about your settlement agreement with the responsible party.

Gowing Law Solicitors can help with Personal Injury Claims

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If you have suffered from a restaurant accident, it’s important that you come to Gowing Law to get your compensation sorted. We can help you with any type of personal injury claims. Whether you have suffered from life-changing injuries or you are well on the road to recovery, our law firm can help you win the compensation that you deserve. Gowing Law’s expert team of solicitors will offer you free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are happy to move forward with your claim, our lawyers can work with you on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will never need to pay any hidden fees. Instead, you will only have to pay your solicitor if they win your case for you. Therefore, you will always come out on top!

Find out how Gowing Law Solicitors can help with personal injury claims by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claim’s checker above. One of our specialists will then be in contact to answer all of your questions.

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What sort of hairdressing accidents could cause hair loss?

Throughout the pandemic, hair disasters have been a common theme. As hair salons have been closed, it’s very likely that you have tried to cut your own hair, making some very awkward styles in the process. It was a relief when hair salons re-opened around the UK and you were able to have your hair cut by a professional. However, despite the fact that restrictions have been eased, it’s important that you do your best to remain safe when you go to any type of salon. The salon should be enforcing safety policies to ensure their clients do not suffer from a personal injury. One of the most common hairdressing injuries that can occur is hair loss. The last person who should be causing this type of injury is your hairdresser. If they do cause an injury, you could make a hairdressing accidents claim.

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Personal Injury Claims: What do I need to know?

Before we jump into hair loss accidents, let’s take a moment to talk about personal injuries in general and what you should expect at a salon right now. Personal injury claims can protect you if you end up getting hurt in a public environment due to someone else’s negligence. Unfortunately, you can only make a personal injury claim if there was someone else to blame for the accident.

Most accidents in public environments occur in shops, salons, parks and even on pavements. The reason you can claim compensation for a personal injury is due to “duty of care.” When someone is in charge of a certain environment, be it a shop or restaurant, they owe their customers and clients this care. It means they have a legal duty to keep the customer safe and to ensure that the environment is secure enough to be visited. Unfortunately, even in the safest environment, mistakes can happen and these lead to injuries. That is why most businesses will require public liability insurance to help with a compensation pay-out.

Pay-outs and Compensation

Speaking of compensation, this is what you will receive to help you “recover” from your accident. Of course, this is not literally speaking. You will need rest and medication to do that. However, if you need to take time off your job or pay for recovery treatments, the compensation will be there to help. You can also use the compensation if you are experiencing financial difficulties, such as a lack of wage or paying rent or to buy groceries. As long as the compensation is helping you survive during this difficult time, you can use it any way that you like.

The amount of compensation you receive for any type of personal injury claim will depend on the extent of your injuries. Personal injuries are grouped into general damages, such as your physical injuries, and your special damages.

If you are going to make a personal injury, make sure to tell your solicitor if you suffer from any of the special damages below. This can influence the amount of compensation you could be owed.

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Hairdressing Accidents & Covid-19: What is going to be different about my appointment?

In order to keep you safe during the pandemic, it is important to follow all of the safety regulations to make sure that you do not catch or transfer the virus. When you enter the salon, make sure to wear your mask at all times and have hand gel to ensure you are secure against potentially dirty surfaces. The hair salon may also have a bottle of hand sanitizer that you can use if you are worried about transferring germs.

Here are some additional ways your hairdresser will do their best to keep you safe during the pandemic:

Covid-19 and hairdressers

One of the major questions you may be asking yourself is whether or not you could claim compensation for catching Covid-19 in a salon. This is where things can get a little complicated. Theoretically, you could make a compensation claim. But it would be extremely complicated. You would have to prove that the salon’s negligence was the main reason why you caught Covid-19 in the first place. For instance, if you worked in a salon and a fellow employee had Covid-19, it is likely that you will also catch Covid-19. You will need evidence to back up your claim. Honestly, we would not recommend making a personal injury claim for Covid-19 unless you are completely sure you can prove it. Speak a solicitor to find out more information.

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How could my hairdresser act negligently and cause an accident?

Now that we have spoken about the basics of personal injury claims in general, let’s move on to hairdressing accidents. As we said before, no matter what type of public environment it is, the person in charge of it is responsible for your safe. This is the same for a hairdressing salon. The hairdressers and managers owe you a “duty of care.” That means they need to make sure they do not act negligently and cause you to get hurt.

Accidents can occur through a wide range of different acts of negligence. This can include:

  • Letting an untrained hairdresser cut your hair
  • Not providing information about the risks of your haircut
  • Failing to provide an allergy test
  • Leaving the floor or store messy or unclean
  • Having an aggressive employee or client attack you
  • Using faulty equipment during your appointment

Of course, these are only a few examples of how you could have got hurt due to the negligence of your hairdresser. Each of these acts can cause serious damages, including hair loss. However, you could also suffer from chemical burns, heat burns, allergic reactions and dye malfunctions or electrical shocks. Whether you have suffered from a life changing injury, or a smaller injury, a solicitor from Gowing Law can help you claim compensation for the damages you have suffered.

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Why would I suffer from hair loss in a hairdresser’s salon?

Unfortunately, hair loss does tend to be one of the most common accidents that happens within a salon. Even if it was just an accident, the consequences can lead to you feeling embarrassed and may even force you to trim more of your hair to deal with the effects of the negligence.

You could end up experiencing hair loss if your hairdresser:

  • Uses bleach that causes your hair to dry out, knot or fall out
  • Causes irritation with hair dye or products that forces them to cut your hair
  • Cuts your hair too short or incorrectly so that you are forced to cut it later
  • Burns your hair with the straighteners or hair dryer
  • Uses perming products incorrectly
    Using an electric razor to cut your hair too short

Of course, there are other ways that you could suffer from hair loss due to the negligence of your hairdresser. No matter what sort of injury you have suffered from, it’s important that you speak to your solicitor about your damages as quickly as possible. The sooner you receive help, the more likely it is that you will receive support to help you claim compensation.

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The impact of hair loss

Hair loss can affect people in different ways. Some people may not mind if their hair looks a bit odd for a while, but others may feel embarrassed about their hair style. You may feel worried about what other people will think of your hair, and whether or not they will take you seriously. In some cases, there are times when people use wigs, hats or scarves to disguise the damage when they are out in public.

Whether you feel angry or sad, these can be classified as emotional damages. Your appearance can affect your mental health and you may find that you stay home more often to avoid public gaze. Additional emotional damages can include anxiety and depression. Your solicitor can put you in contact with mental health specialists if you have suffered from trauma due to your injury. Feel free to ask them anything about any types of damages you have suffered. They would be more than happy to help.

What should I do if I am hurt in a hair salon?

When you are involved in any type of hairdressing accident, try not to panic. Your first thought should be to alert a member of staff in the salon that you have been hurt. They can write down the accident in the work accident book. This can be used as evidence later on for your claim. You should then seek out medical aid as quickly as possible. There may be a staff member who knows first aid or they can phone an ambulance for you. In the meantime, if you are able to collect evidence, we would highly recommend that you do so. This can be used to build up your case. You evidence can include the following:

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Once you have collected your evidence and have seen a medical specialist about your injury, you need to speak to a lawyer as soon as possible about hairdressing accidents claims. They can help you organize your evidence and speak to the responsible party on your behalf. This includes negotiating a settlement agreement and making sure that you get the compensation that you deserve. In most cases, the responsible party will be happy to accept the settlement agreement. Just keep in mind, if things do end up getting complicated, you may find that your case may have to go to court. However, in the grand scheme of things, this tends to be very unlikely.

Having a lawyer on your side is the perfect way to ensure that your case is handled swiftly and effectively. They can sort out any complicated paperwork and ensure that your claim remains on track. If there are any delays, they will let you know as quickly as possible. This includes any problems that happen due to the pandemic or delays within the UK court system.

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Here at Gowing Law Solicitors, we are determined to help our clients with their hairdressing accidents claims. We understand that it can be traumatic to experience a problem with your hair. Your looks are important to you and you may feel embarrassed to go out if you feel unhappy about your appearance. That’s why our solicitors will be there to support you throughout your case. They can offer you free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are happy to move forward with your case, our solicitors will be here to support you on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will always come out on top. This is due to the fact that you will never need to pay any hidden fees.

Contact Gowing Law Solicitors by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claim’s checker. One of our specialists will then be in touch to speak to you about your claim. Feel free to ask them any questions you may have.

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What sort of personal injuries can happen in a shop?

Your daily life is filled with tasks and chores that you need to complete on a regular basis. One of these chores is going to the local store or your shopping district to pick up groceries or to buy the things you need for activities. Unfortunately, personal injuries can happen at any time and in any place. You never intended to get hurt. Instead, you were hurt due to someone else’s negligence. If this has happened to you, then you may have suffered from minor injuries, or potentially something more severe, like a brain injury. Either way, you deserve to be compensated for your losses.

The last year has been difficult, mostly due to the pandemic, to the point where you may have been avoiding shops altogether. However, as life has somewhat returned to normal, you may have felt more confident about going out again. It’s important that you remain careful when you visit any store. That way you can remain safe and enjoy the time you spend outside. Should you get hurt due to personal injuries, Gowing Law Solicitors can help you get started with your personal injuries claim.

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What do I need to know about personal injuries and personal injury claims?

When pursuing a personal injury claim, it’s important to understand what exactly you are claiming for. A personal injury claim occurs when you have been hurt in a public environment due to someone else’s negligence. To have a valid claim, you will have to be able to prove that the person was responsible for your injuries and ultimately owed you a “duty of care.” In other words, they were responsible for your safety when you went into the environment in the first place. If you can prove that they acted negligently and you were hurt as result of it, they are liable for your damages.

There are many different types of personal injury claims that you can make. These include:

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If you have suffered due to a personal injury, it’s important that you stay as calm as you can in the situation. You should alert a staff member of the environment, or a passer-by that you have been injured. That way if you need someone to call an ambulance on your behalf then they can. A staff member may also know first aid and help you until trained medical professionals can arrive on the scene. If you are in a shop or work-place, you should also ask for the injury to be logged in the accident work book.

From there, you should look to collect evidence for your claim that can help you prove that you were hurt due to someone else’s negligence. The following evidence can be used when you reach out to your solicitor to begin your case:

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Personal Injuries: How could I get hurt in a shop?

When you go out shopping, the last thing on your mind is going to be how you could get hurt due to a personal injury. As we are still trying to keep safe from Covid-19, there are going to be systems in place to help keep you at a distance from other people. With that said, if you go into a store, the manager/owner of the store will need to do all they can to ensure your safety. This is known as their “duty of care.” Unfortunately, the owner of the shop cannot protect you from everything. However, they can do their best to keep the environment as tidy and clean as possible. If you end up getting hurt in a shop, it is the responsibility of the owner or manager to ensure you are compensated for your damages.

Some of the most common accidents to occur in a shop include:

Common Types of Shop Accidents and Public Injuries

As you can see, there are a variety of ways that you could be injured in a shop. Of course, there are other ways you could get hurt, but what joins all of these different injuries together is the fact that they only occur if an act of negligence occurs. Unfortunately, if you were responsible for your own accident, you will not be able to claim for compensation. However, if you can prove that there was a reason behind your accident, and it was through no fault of your own that you got hurt, you could claim compensation.

What counts as an act of negligence in a shop?

When you enter a store, you expect to be kept safe when you are shopping. However, there are times where you may end up suffering from the negligence of a store owner or your employer because of the state of the shop or the actions of the employees/workers. Some examples of negligence include:

  • Messy environments
  • Untrained staff
  • Slippy surfaces
  • Hit by falling objects
  • Exposed wiring
  • Aggressive clients starting fights
  • Lack of safety procedure (i.e. fire escapes)
  • Lack of security

If you have suffered due to this negligence, you will need to get started on your personal injury claim as soon as possible. You will have a clear claim that can prove that your injuries were due to someone else. Whether this is a worker, shop owner or customer, the overall responsibility will fall to the owner of the environment to pay for your compensation.

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How could I have been hurt in a shop?

The severity of your injury will determine the amount of compensation that you could be owed. These injuries fall into two categories. These categories are “general damages”, for your physical injuries and “special damages”. Special damages tend to be a bit more complicated because they will focus on your emotional damages, financial damages, loss of opportunity and destruction of belongings. You can claim for this back through compensation, as well as ask for second hand replacements for any damaged property. Keep in mind that to make a claim for your damaged belongings, they will have to be replaced with second-hand items.

Physical damages that can occur in a shop include:

  • Bruising and bleeding
  • Broken Bones
  • Torn ligaments
  • Sprained muscles
  • Spinal Damage
  • Organ damage
  • Head injuries
  • Loss of limb
  • Loss of hearing, sight or teeth

It is important that you speak to your solicitor about the physical damages and special damages that you suffer from. That way your solicitor will be able to form a calculation about how much you could be owed in compensation. This estimate can also be used to form your settlement agreement if you are happy to move forward with your claim.

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Work Injuries and Shop Accidents

Don’t forget that personal injuries can also happen to shop workers. This will change the case to a work accident claim. Your manager has a responsibility to ensure your safety whilst you are working at the shop. This includes providing you training, allowing you to have regular breaks, ensuring that you do not do tasks that you are not prepared for and also making sure you are protected against aggressive or violent customers. If they fail to do this, you are a victim of negligence. Therefore, you could claim compensation for your injuries.

Additional problems could come from the lack of protective clothing that you use whilst working in the store. In some instances, as an employee, you may be asked to handle machinery. If you have not been taught how to use certain machines, or have the right gear to keep you safe, you could end up getting hurt. Make sure to collect evidence of your injuries or any malpractice in your workplace. Your employer cannot fire you for making a work accident claim for your personal injuries. The only way you could be dismissed is if you were the one responsible for your accident. This includes if you ended up breaking some of the items in the workplace.

You can go to Gowing Law Solicitors to seek advice about how you can proceed with your work accident claim. Your solicitor will treat it as a personal injury claim and will be able to help you make an estimate of your settlement agreement. They can also speak to your employer on your behalf to ensure that they, and their insurer, understands how much you could be owed as compensation. That way you can relax and wait for your compensation to be in your bank account.

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Can I make a personal injury claim on behalf of someone else?

Yes, you can make a claim on someone else’s behalf if they are the victim of personal injuries. In some cases, the injuries may have been fatal. Therefore, you will have no choice but to speak on behalf of the loved one you have that has passed away. Here at Gowing Law Solicitors, we understand that this will be a very difficult time for you. That’s why we will be there to support you through the claims process. You can also make a claim on behalf of someone who is vulnerable. This includes an older person or your child. It can also be someone who does not have the mental capacity to handle the claim.

To make a personal injuries claim on behalf of someone else, you will need to prove that you are connected to them. For instance, you could prove that you are a family member, a spouse or carer. Once you have done that, you will be able to make decisions on the injured person’s behalf. Your solicitor will then discuss the case with you. They will also ensure that you are fully prepared for the discussions about a future settlement agreement.

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Our solicitors can help you start on your compensation claim. This includes being able to sort out all of the tricky paperwork that could potentially invalidate your claim if you did it on your own. We can offer free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are happy to move forward with your claim, our team of specialists can work with you on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will never have to pay any hidden fees. Instead, you will only need to pay your solicitor if they win your case. Therefore, you will always come out on top!

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Can I make a claim for a brain injury?

When you experience a brain injury, it’s likely that your life will change forever. Brain damage is classified as a serious injury for a reason. If you suffer from this type of injury, it’s likely that you will need rehabilitation or medical assistance to help you move forward with your life. Of course, many victims of head injuries are able to go on without any lasting problems. However, if your brain or head injury requires you to seek ongoing assistance, or has a life-changing consequence, you should look into making a personal injury claim for compensation.

Right now, life feels extremely complicated. Not only do we have to worry about the winter ahead, but the last thing you want to deal with is any type of serious injury during the pandemic. This is where Gowing Law Solicitors can step in to help you with your personal injury claim. It can be daunting to make a claim on your own, that’s why our team of specialists will be here to help you with your brain injury claim. Not only can we provide you free advice, but our lawyers can guide you through the claim to ensure you get the pay-out that you deserve.

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The Basics of Personal Injury Claims

If you have been hurt in an accident that was not your fault, this is an example of where you could make a personal injury claim. A personal injury claim is there to protect you from any financial damages that could occur when you are injured. When you are seriously hurt, it is very likely that you will be forced to take time off work in order to recover.

During this time off, you may be on statutory sick pay in order to support you. However, the amount you receive from your work may be less than what you expected. In the meantime, you may be asked to pay for treatments, including rehabilitation, health retreats and medication. This is what you can use the compensation from a personal injury claim for. It is there to support you during a difficult time in order to compensate you for any damages you receive due to the accident.

All personal injury claims are going to be different from each other. Some people may only suffer from minor injuries, however others may suffer from damages that are more serious. Damages are grouped into two categories and can come from a range of environments. The classifications for these are “general damages”, which are your physical injuries, and “special damages”, which are any additional damages you experience.

Some of the most common personal injury claims you can make include:

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Of course, these are only a few of the types of personal injury claims that you can make. If you feel like you are unsure about what sort of claim you should make, you should speak to a solicitor at Gowing Law, and they can assist you and let you know whether or not you could be eligible to move forward with your claim. They can also look at your injuries and let you know how much compensation you could be potentially owed. That way you can make the decision on your own about whether or not you want to proceed with your case.

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How could I suffer from a brain injuries?

Unfortunately, when it comes to brain injuries, they are all different and can affect your life in a variety of ways. However, the majority of these accidents are caused by negligence and a lack of safety equipment. A lot of head injury accidents can actually be fatal. That is how serious they are. That’s why it’s crucial that if you do suffer from a brain injury or head injury that you seek out medical assistance as quickly as possible.

The most common places that you could suffer from a brain injury is in a car, from an accident at work or from a fall in a public environment. Of course, there are other places, such as shops, pavements or public transport. If you have been hurt in any of these environments then it is very likely that it was due to the negligence of the person in charge of the “area”. Whether this is management, local government or an employee, they have a responsibility to ensure your ”duty of care”. That means they need to make sure that you are completely safe. If you end up getting hurt under their watch, you could end up suffering from an injury.

Here are the most common brain injuries and accidents that you could suffer from:

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If you have suffered from a brain injury, or have suffered a recent accident to your head, the first thing you should do is alert someone. In a store you should speak to management or workers. That way the accident can be logged in a work book. You should also ask for an ambulance to take you to the emergency room to be assessed by a medical professional. They can assess your situation and let you know if you are suffering from any brain injuries. This is when the recovery phase needs to begin in your journey and you need to decide for yourself whether or not you want to start a claim.

Should you start a claim then your solicitor will ask for you to collect evidence that can help back up your case. They will then arrange a settlement agreement with the person responsible for your accident to make sure you are compensated for your injuries.

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What sort of brain injuries could I suffer from?

Whether you have been hurt due to employer negligence or an accident on the road, it’s important to understand that brain injuries can be extremely complicated and very serious. Some brain injuries may only take a few weeks for you to get over. However others may require years or even nearly a full life time to get to terms with. If you have been hit on the head, it’s important that you have a doctor assess you over to ensure that your injuries are not going to get any worse.

A few examples of the injuries that you could suffer from include:

  • Memory Loss
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Concussions
  • Brain Haemorrhage
  • Internal Bleeding
  • Stroke
  • Brain Aneurysm
  • Brain Tumours

Of course, these are just a few examples of how you could suffer from a brain injury. The best assessor of your damages is your doctor. If you have not arranged a doctor’s appointment to check over your damages, speak to your solicitor, they can have one arranged for you on your behalf. That way it can be ensured that your damages do not end up getting any worse.

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How do I prove that my brain injury was not my fault?

When you suffer from an accident in a public place, you should expect the owner of the public area to take responsibility for the negligence that caused you to get hurt in the first place. Ultimately, that is how liability is decided. If you can prove that you were hurt due to someone else’s negligence, they will be responsible for any damages that you have suffered from. This includes any head trauma or brain injuries.

Some of the most common acts of negligence include:

  • Not training staff or employees properly
  • Having a messy environment
  • Allowing broken machinery/exposed wiring in a public place
  • Drinking while driving
  • Speeding while driving
  • Violent client, customers or employees

Of course, there are other types of negligence that could lead you to getting a brain injury. Your solicitor can help you understand whether or not they make you eligible for a brain injury claim. You can make a claim for this type of injury if you have suffered from a physical damage. However, your injuries need to be due to someone else. However, you can also claim for emotional damages, financial damages, loss of opportunity and damages to property. To do this you, will require the following evidence:

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How much could I be owed if I suffer from a brain injury?

Honestly, the amount of compensation that you could be owed depends entirely on the extent of your injuries. If you have suffered from a range of damages, including financial, emotional and physical, it is likely that you could be owed more compensation than someone who has only suffered from a few scrapes and bruises.

From our experience, it will depend entirely on how bad your damages actually are. However if you would like a rough estimate, we would say that this is a range of how much you could be owed:

Compensation for a brain injury claim

Keep in mind that the best person to talk to about a brain injury is your solicitor. As they are going to be the lawyer sorting out your settlement agreement with the responsible party, they can let you know an estimate about how much you could be owed. You can agree to this settlement agreement or decide not to move forward with the claim. The choice is entirely up to you.

How long will it take to make a brain injury claim?

The amount of time required to make a brain injury claim depends entirely on the complexity of your case. A case that has a responsible party that agrees to the settlement agreement will have a faster outcome than one who refuses to speak to your solicitor. There may also be delays due to the current pandemic and backlog of court cases in the UK. That is why we would ask for you to be patient with your solicitor. They will always do their best to keep you involved in your case. This includes talking you through what’s going to happen. They will also provide updates about how the case has been going or letting you know any difficulties that may occur. You can ask them any questions that come to mind or updates any time that you want.

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Here at Gowing Law Solicitors, we understand that any type of brain injury is serious. It can have a drastic effect on your life and can leave you feeling like everything has changed. Don’t worry, Gowing Law is here to support you throughout your case. That way you can claim the compensation that you deserve. Our specialists can offer you free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are happy to move forward with your claim, our solicitors can work with you on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will never have to pay any hidden fees. Instead, you will only have to pay your solicitor if you win your case. Therefore, you will always come out on top!

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How do I report an accident at work?

If you have suffered from an accident at work, it’s essential that it is reported to a manger or higher authority as quickly as possible. Throughout the pandemic, it has been crucial for people to work from home in order to keep safe from Covid-19. However, now that you may be working in the office, it’s important that you understand the responsibilities of your manager and how it is their “duty of care” that requires them to keep you safe. Should you, or someone else in your office, get hurt, it’s essential that you ask for help as quickly as possible. It may be due to the negligence of management that you were hurt in the first place. Therefore, you may be eligible for compensation if you decide to make a work accident claim.

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How could you experience an accident at work?

No matter what type of business you work for, there is a chance that you could be hurt due to the negligence of your manager. Whether you work for a construction company or are an employee in an office, your employer has a responsibility to ensure that you understand how to work safely in the office. Their responsibilities include:

  • The basic training of the job
  • How to handle on-site machinery
  • Allowing you regular breaks and rest periods
  • Making sure you know the fire safety procedure of the building
  • Providing you PPE and safety equipment
  • Ensuring that the building has effective security in place
  • Helping and supervising difficult customers or clients
  • Providing a clean and tidy work environment

Now, even in the best work environments, accidents can happen and you could end up getting hurt. In these cases, you may decide to accept accident at work happened and move on. However, if your manager acts negligently and puts you, as their employee, at risk, you could be owed compensation due to your damages. Take a look at the infographic below to see some of the most common ways you could get hurt in the workplace:

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What sort of injuries could I experience due to an accident at work?

When you suffer from a work accident, it is likely that you could claim compensation if you were not responsible for your accident. Like any other type of personal injury claim, there are two types of damages that you could experience. In the legal world, these are known as “general” damages and “special” damages. General damages account for all of your physical damages. In order to claim for special damages, you will need to have suffered from a physical injury. Special damages account for emotional harm, financial harm, loss of opportunity and damage to property. The more damages that you have suffered from, the more likely it is that you are going to receive a higher amount of compensation. That’s why it is crucial that you tell your solicitor about all of your damages.

Some of the most common physical injuries you could receive due to an accident at work include:

Type of accidents at work and injuriesOf course, these are only a few of the types of injuries you could experience. If you have been hurt due to a work accident, speak to your solicitor as quickly as possible. They can help you have the damages assessed by a medical specialist and will let you know a rough estimate about how much you could be owed in compensation. Therefore, the worse your damages, the higher your compensation pay-out is more likely to be.

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How do I report my accident at work before I get started on my claim?

By reporting your accident, or alerting a higher authority about it, you could be entitled to statutory sick pay (SSP) and additional benefits. This depends on the extent of your injuries and damages. If you have been hurt in the workplace, you need to let your manager know as quickly as possible. If you are not working in your current workplace, i.e. you have been sent abroad or to a different office to work, make sure to alert the higher members of staff in that workplace as well. Each office will have their own accident workbook and policy to follow when it comes to work accidents.

With that said, after speaking to management about your injuries, it’s crucial that you have the accident noted in the work accident handbook. This can serve as evidence that you were hurt on the premises. From there, you should also look for evidence that can be used to back up the extent of your damages. Evidence can include:

  • Photographs
  • Videos
  • Witness Statements
  • Diary Entries
  • Receipts
  • Medical Reports
  • Police Reports

Make sure to check your contract to see if you are eligible for statutory sick pay. If you are not eligible then you may need to consider looking into universal credit. You can then get in contact with your solicitor at Gowing Law to start your accident at work case. They will speak to the responsible party on your behalf and help sort out your settlement agreement.

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How much compensation could I be owed for an accident at work?

The amount of compensation you could receive depends entirely on the extent of your damages. If you have suffered a life-changing injury that resulted in a disability, you could be owed much more than someone who has suffered from only a few scrapes and bruises. The amount of special damages will also effect how much you could be offered. For instance, if you were forced to pay for your medical treatments, and were forced to stay home from work, you could be owed compensation for your financial damages as well as your physical damages. To figure out an estimate for how much you could be owed, speak to your solicitor. They will help you with your settlement agreement. That way you can decide whether or not you think it is worth pursuing the claim further.

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Here at Gowing Law Solicitors, we are ready to help you with your work accident claims. You should report your accident at work as quickly as possible. That way you can get help for any damages that you have suffered from. Gowing Law can get you started on your Work Accident Claim by providing free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are happy to move forward with your case, our law firm’s solicitors can work with you on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will never have to pay any hidden fees. Therefore, you will only need to pay your solicitor if they win your case for you. Therefore, you will always come out on top.

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Non Freezing Cold Claims & Work Accident Cases

As it is nearly the end of September, it’s likely that you have noticed a weather change. It’s going to keep getting colder, therefore, if you work outside or in a chilly environment, there is a chance that you could suffer from temperature-related injuries. This is when you need to start looking into non freezing cold claims to see if you could be owed compensation. Now, we understand that this year, you may be more worried about the UK’s winter plan than any winter related injuries. However, if you do end up getting hurt due to the negligence of your employer during the colder months, you could be owed compensation for your injuries. Gowing Law Solicitors can help you with any type of work accident claim to ensure that you get the pay-out that you deserve.

Find out more about work accident claims and non freezing cold claims by contacting our law firm for more information. You can do this by calling 0800 041 8350 or by visiting our website below:

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What is a Work Accident Claim?

No matter what type of career you undertake, there is a chance that you could get hurt. Whether you are working in a construction company or in an office, the type of injuries could range from minor scrapes and bruises, to something that could change your life completely. These injuries are separated into general injuries, which are your physical injuries, and special damages, which can include emotional and financial damages, loss of opportunity and damage to belongings. To make a claim for special damages, you must also suffer from general damages. Some of the most common physical injuries you could suffer from include:

Non freezing Cold Claims and categories of work accidents

If you have suffered from a work accident, it is important that you alert your fellow staff members or higher management that you have been hurt. You should also ask for your injuries to be noted down in the work accident book. This can be used as evidence in your future case. By alerting higher management, they can help you seek out medical assistance. There may even be someone who has been trained in first-aid. It is highly recommended that you do go to hospital to get your injuries assessed by a medical professional. That way you can receive a medical record. You may also want to consider finding the following evidence before you speak to a solicitor about your claim:

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What sort of jobs could cause non freezing cold injuries?

As the weather is getting colder, you may feel worried about working outside without the appropriate gear. Your employer should provide you with PPE, including thermal vests, gloves or clothing, to ensure that you are kept safe whilst you are on the clock. You may also want to bring your own items to keep warm, including warm drinks, food, thermal hand warmers and blankets. If your employer refuses to provide you with protective clothing or makes you work long hours outside in the cold without a break, you could end up getting hurt due to the rain, snow and ice. This is when you need to start considering non freezing cold claims. Your injuries may include:

  • Hypothermia
  • Frostbite
  • Trench foot
  • Limb numbness
  • Loss of limb or digits
  • Permanent tissue damage
  • Nerve damage

Of course, there is a chance that you could suffer from illness due to being exposed to the cold. For instance, you could suffer from pneumonia that may leave you with future lung issues or chronic pain. Overall, these injuries can be separated into non-freezing injuries and freezing injuries. Both fall under cold injuries and can be used to claim compensation from a negligent employer.

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Non freezing cold claims: What could protect me from these injuries?

If you are concerned about suffering from a non-freezing cold injury, you need to talk to your employer as quickly as possible. It is the responsibility of your employer to ensure that you and your fellow employees are protected from the cold and any potential hazards. This includes being provided with rain coats, warm clothing, employee training, allowing for frequent breaks and providing warm transport or an area that can help employees warm up.

We understand that during the winter months, you may be worried that you could be more exposed to the elements. That’s why if you are worried that your work environment may not protect you in times of great cold, you need to speak to your employer as quickly as possible. They owe you a “duty of care”. Therefore, they need to make sure that you are safe when you are doing your work. This includes providing you with a safe work environment, training, understanding of the safety procedures and protection from any violent/unruly customers. Let them know about any problems that you may encounter and they will be expected to fix them.

Should your employer ignore your request for help, or worse you suffer an injury due to their management, this is when you need to start looking into non freezing cold claims. After all, you have just suffered due to their negligence.

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How much could I be owed by making non freezing cold claims?

The amount of compensation that you could be owed depends entirely on the extent of your damages. The more damages you have experienced, the more likely it is that you will receive a higher amount of compensation. It’s important to understand that your damages are part of the claim. However it will also depend on the extent of your employer’s negligence. That is why it is crucial that you collect as much as evidence as you can to back up your claim. That way you can show that you are eligible for compensation due to both general and special damages.

For an estimate about how much you could be owed, speak to your solicitor from Gowing Law. They can help you understand how much of a settlement agreement you could receive. Your lawyer can speak to the third party on your behalf. That way they can make sure that you get what you are owed. All you need to do is sit back, relax and wait for your compensation to be delivered to you.

How long do I have to make non freezing cold claims?

Just like any other type of personal injury claim or work accident claim, you will have around 3 years to make your case. That’s why it’s crucial that you get in touch with a solicitor as quickly as possible. That way you can give them enough time to have your case settled without it being rushed by a time limit. You may be able to ask for more time, but this will depend on whether or not you fall into special circumstances.

Gowing Law Solicitors can help with Non freezing cold claims

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It’s time for you to start looking into non freezing cold claims with the help of an experienced solicitor and their law firm. Gowing Law Solicitors can provide you with free advice and consultations to get you started. If you are ready to work with our team, we can offer our services on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will never have to pay any hidden fees. Instead, you will only need to pay your solicitor if they win your case for you. Therefore, you will always come out on top.

Contact Gowing Law Solicitors today by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claim’s checker. One of our specialists will then be in touch to answer any additional questions you may have about your claim.

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