Falling object injury claims

Even the most vigilant hounds can be hit by a falling object without warning – and this can have major consequences. Being struck by a moving object sadly accounted for 20 workplace fatalities in 2023/24, according to HSE Statistics, and more are left with life-altering injuries. If missed safety measures played a part in your accident, my team and I could help you claim.

Call my team on 0800 707 6899 to discuss your chance of getting compensation. You can also request a call back and we'll be with you in two shakes of a dog's tail! We work with falling object injury lawyers with decades of experience, who can often arrange no win no fee claims.

Objects falling unexpectedly and causing harm or damage is a falling object accident. It doesn't matter how high the object was when it fell: if someone else's actions or negligence caused the object to fall, you could chase compensation through a claim.

Falling object injuries can occur at work or in public places. Examples of public accidents include signage, light fixtures, and building materials coming loose and striking people beneath.

You can also suffer injuries from falling objects in the workplace. These are especially common in jobs that involve heavy machinery or equipment, or where employees are required to work from a height, such as construction, warehouse and factory work. Objects stored on scaffolding, ladders or racks can slip and fall, or the storage units themselves can collapse.

Being struck by a moving object is one of the most common kinds of work-related accidents, accounting for 10% of non-fatal injuries to employees in 2023/24, according to RIDDOR data. Common injuries from falling object accidents range in severity and include:

• Back and spinal injuries.
• Hand and foot injuries.
• Strains and sprains.
• Broken bones or fractures.
• Facial injuries.
• Bruising.

You can also receive a head injury from a falling object, which can cause concussion, significant cuts or brain damage. If your loved one has suffered a serious head injury from a falling object, our network of solicitors can help you claim compensation on their behalf if their mental capacity has been compromised. Should their mental capacity return, even temporarily, you have three years from that point to start court proceedings for or settle a claim.

If your loved one was involved in a fatal falling object accident, you have up to three years from the date of their passing to start court proceedings or settle a claim on their behalf.

Whether you've recovered from your injury or are facing lasting consequences, you can claim through Underdog if it can be proved that someone else was at fault. Hundreds of people have trusted us and our associated lawyers to win cases like yours, rating our services as Excellent on Trustpilot. With our specialist solicitors, getting fair compensation for your falling object injury should be smooth sailing.

Many people understandably have concerns about speaking with their employer about a workplace accident. Let me reassure you that you're well within your rights to claim compensation for your falling object injury.

Your employer has a duty of care to you, as outlined in the 1974 Health and Safety at Work Act. Failing to meet this responsibility means they could be held accountable for resulting harm. Employees pursuing compensation are protected by the Employment Rights Act 1996 and Equality Act 2010, which state that you can't be sacked or treated differently for claiming.

It can be hard to know who – if anyone – was at fault for your accident. Call me and my team on 0800 707 6899 for a no-obligation chat to explore the possibility of making a claim.

All levels of falling object accidents can have a lasting impact, in terms of physical injury and psychological trauma. You deserve your fair share of compensation.

Coughing up for medical care and associated travel can be expensive, especially if you've had to take unpaid leave from work. Working with falling object injury solicitors can help you claim compensation for these losses and future payments, removing your financial stress so you can focus on recovering.

Speaking up about dangers could also influence improved safety measures that reduce the risk of falling objects causing accidents again, with no consequences to you.

"Claiming compensation after a life-changing accident isn't just about financial recovery – it's about making sure you have the resources to rebuild your life. From funding medical care to supporting your long-term needs, the right claim helps you regain control and focus on your future."

- John Kushnick, Legal Operations Director

I can't give you an accurate number now, but your team of solicitors will be able to calculate a fair amount for your falling object accident based on:

• The type and severity of your accident.
• Essential expenses relating to your injury – including necessary travel costs.
• Loss of earnings due to time off work.

Let me take you on a step-by-step walk through on how to make a compensation claim for your falling object injury:

1. Call my team

Make a charge-free call to my team or request a complimentary callback. We will ask you about your falling object accident and offer impartial advice on whether you could claim.

2. Get referred to falling object injury solicitors

The solicitors we're partnered with have decades of experience winning falling object compensation claims like yours. They will handle your case from when we refer you.

3. Investigate and make your claim

Your legal team will review your case in more detail, asking about your accident including the injuries you suffered and their impact on your life. Should they believe you're eligible for compensation, they will try to dig up supportive evidence and, if successful, submit your claim. Your legal team can answer any questions you may have about the claims process at this stage.

4. Agree to a result

If and when liability for your falling object injury is accepted, your team of solicitors will negotiate fair compensation. In cases where responsibility is not accepted, the lawyers will try to reach an agreement and, if necessary, go to court – but this is rare. Whatever happens, your team will be by your side.

5. Complete your claim

When compensation for a successful claim is received, the process is complete. Your legal team will take their pre-agreed portion and transfer the rest to you. Claims are rarely unsuccessful and, if they are, there's nothing to pay.