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Manual handling is defined as any transporting or supporting of a load by one or more workers. It can include lifting, putting items down, pushing, pulling, holding or carrying or moving of goods/items.
If you or your loved one has suffered a manual handling accident due to someone else’s negligence then you are entitled to make a claim for compensation. If you would like to speak to a member of our specialist team about pursuing a claim call us on 0203 816 0065 or complete our online enquiry form.
Manual handling claims account for just under 50% of all workplace accidents and commonly occur in or on building sites, farms, factories, warehouses, hotels, hospitals and care homes.
Manual handling of loads may cause a strain to your body through continuous lifting/handling activities.
Factors that can increase the risk of injury are:
Your employer has a duty to reduce the risk of an injury occurring whilst at work. They need to make sure that the correct training and equipment is provided to allow you to do your job safely. When manual handling work isn’t carried out correctly it can cause serious injury such as:
An injury caused by manual handling can unfortunately affect your day to day activities which includes the mobility that you require to allow you to work.
At Stephensons our specialist legal team will investigate your claim on your behalf to determine whether your employer has done the following:
Our solicitors have years of experience in handling claims of this type and have the knowledge and skill set to get you or your loved one the compensation you rightfully deserve. If you would like to discuss pursuing a claim for compensation call us on 0203 816 0065 or complete our online enquiry form.
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