Types of stores and warehouse injuries

Some of the common ways injuries can be sustained by staff and customers include, but are not limited to:

• Slipping or tripping at your place of work due to a hazard
• Unsafe working conditions
• Injuries sustained due to faulty work equipment
• Strains or sprains caused by poor lifting or moving
• Falling from a high place
• Injuries from hot oil or kitchen equipment
• Food health and hygiene illnesses
• Injuries on an escalator
• Accidents in the car park
• Objects falling – if boxes and equipment are stored on high shelves and not properly packed away, they can fall, causing injuries
• Exposure to harmful substances – Harmful chemicals can be used in warehouses, either for cleaning or other purposes

You could be owed compensation if you have had an accident in a store. This can be customers and employees, whilst covering both store and warehouse accidents. Call our experts today for a no-obligation discussion to find out if you have a potential claim.

How does the claims process work?

At First Personal Injury, once we have carried out an initial consultation, we will take care of the paperwork required to get your case underway.

A letter will be sent to you following an initial consultation with your solicitor. This will be a summary of the discussion you had and will confirm that they are happy to take on your case. It will highlight who will be your contact and estimate how long the process will take. The letter will also detail how you will be funding the case and an estimate of costs. If you need to provide any further information this will also be included.

A letter will then be sent to the defendant, providing details of the accident. The defendant has a fixed period in which they can reply and in their reply, they must state whether or not they are denying or accepting liability for your injuries. If they do accept liability, your solicitor will endeavour to settle the case out of court.

What to do after an accident at a store?

• Report the incident to a member of staff, ensuring a record has been made
• Take photos of any injuries or hazards that caused the accident
• Gather the details of any witnesses to the accident.
• Evidence of a loss of earnings if your injury has resulted in you needing time off work. Documents related to other financial expenditures connected to your injuries may also be required. This could include travel receipts to and from medical appointments.
• Seek medical attention

Amount of compensation in claims against Budgens

Every personal injury claim is different, therefore meaning that every compensation amount will be unique and is not operated on a 'one size fits all' basis. The amount of compensation that is awarded is determined by looking at two distinct factors – general damages and special damages.

Except for children, there is a three-year time limit on making a personal injury claim. This time limit begins from the date that the accident occurred. You should contact us as soon as possible to assess your case.