Accidents at Work

It doesn’t matter where you work, your employer has a duty to ensure your safety on the job. To do this, your employer must follow the health and safety guidelines that are relevant to your industry. For example, if you work in construction, your employer should probably provide you with a hard hat to wear while you are working.

If you have been injured due to your employer failing to uphold any necessary health and safety standards, you may be able to claim compensation. Similarly, if you have been injured due to another employee’s negligent behaviour, you may also be able to claim compensation.

For more information visit our accidents at work page.

Accidents in Public Places

You could potentially be injured while in a public place, whether that is a museum or a café. You could also be injured while walking down the street or an outdoor area due to falling over an uneven curb. In this scenario, you would probably be able to claim against the local council who has jurisdiction over the area of pavement where you were injured.

Whether your claim is against a local business or another authority like the council, First Personal Injury can guide you through the legal process. To find out how much compensation you could be eligible to claim, contact First Personal Injury today.

If you would like to find out more about public place accident cases click here.

Accidents on the Road

If you have been injured in a road traffic accident, whether you were a passenger, driver, pedestrian or a cyclist, you may be able to claim compensation. Compensation can be important in ensuring that you can receive the physical or emotional treatment that you need following an accident without incurring a financial burden.

Similarly, compensation can help to cover any financial losses that you may have suffered due to the accident, such as a loss of income due to being unable to work or any costs to repair your car. Contact First Personal Injury to find out how much compensation you may be owed.

We have more information about Road Traffic Accidents available on our website.

How much compensation am I owed?

Compensation is decided on a case by case basis, taking into account the pain and suffering caused by your injuries and the impact that these injuries have had upon your ability to function/your amenity. For example, if you can no longer complete tasks that you normally could, you may be able to be compensated for this loss of ability.

Compensation also takes financial loss into account. If you have experienced a loss of income due to your injuries, then it may be possible to account for this loss of income through compensation. Similarly, if you have had to pay for treatment or other costs associated with your injuries, it may be possible to claim these costs back through compensation.

To calculate how much compensation you could be owed, use our compensation calculator. However, it is important to remember that these figures are just estimates based upon previous cases. The best way to determine how much compensation you are likely to receive in your case is to speak directly to a personal injury solicitor.

How do I make a claim?

At first, you must provide some initial details about your accident in Newport – such as the date it occurred and where it happened. After your initial consultation, our solicitors will assess whether you have a valid case and the amount of compensation that you are likely to be owed.

If you have any documents related to the accident, such as medical transcripts, photographs, witness details or notes, you should keep these safe as they could be used as important pieces of evidence in your case.

Making Personal Injury Claims

If you have suffered an injury while in Newport, you may be entitled to receive compensation. First Personal Injury solicitors are available to assist you and help win any compensation that you deserve.

First Personal Injury works with families and individuals across England and Wales, leading them on their legal journey and helping them claim compensation after an accident or injury. Contact our specialist team to begin the process, either by phone on 0800 808 9740 or through our online form.  

To learn more or to start your claim, get in touch with our expert team on 0800 808 9740 or contact us online.