Tuesday 21 June 2016

What should be Included in an Eye Witness Report Following a Road Traffic Accident Bolton


You may be able to receive compensation for your injuries and damages if you were involved in road traffic accident provided that you were not at fault and the you can gather enough evidence to pin the case the against the negligent party. Among the many pieces of evidence that can be used to support your claims eye witness statements are the most effective. If these statements conform with your account, your chances for success as greatly improved. The following text elaborates what should be part of an eye-witness statement regarding a road traffic accident Bolton.

The Eye-Witness Statement:-
If you are giving a statement for an accident you just witnessed then you should include the following details:-
-         Make sure you mention all details of the accident. You can mention details related to the
o   Vehicles involved.
o   Location of the accident.
o   On road behaviour of both drivers.
o   Road obstacles that either driver might have been trying to avoid resulting in the accident.
o   Passengers and bystanders.
-         It is also important that you mention who you believe was responsible for the road traffic accident Bolton.
If you are giving a statement it is important that you mention all necessary details related to the accident, your statement might be the deciding factor behind the court’s decision to award an innocent party compensation for damages.

If you wish to make a claim for a non-fault road traffic accident Bolton you are more than welcome to get in touch with 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email info@247solicitors.co.uk.


Friday 17 June 2016

Mind Blowing Facts about Accident at Work Claims


It is your employer’s legal responsibility to provide you with the proper training and equipment respective of your environment to carry out your job. Despite the strict check and balance of higher authorities, employers and employees both have been accused of negligence resulting in numerous accidents of varying intensities. Despite the obvious long term and even permanent physical damages, these accidents have been estimated to cost billions in accident at work claims. The description given above is merely the tip of the iceberg. You can get an idea of the true extent of these accidents in the text below.
Alarming Statistics:-
In the most recent figures put forward by the Health and Safety Executive:-
-         1.2 million working people are suffering from a work related illness.
-         There have been 2,538 reported deaths resulting from mesothelioma due to asbestos exposures.
-         142 workers were killed at work for various reasons.
-         The injuries resulted in 27.3 million lost working days due to work related illness and work place injuries.
-         The total cost of injuries and accident at work claims totalled up to £14.3 billion.                                                                                                                                   

Who is to blame?
Honestly, both employers and employees are equally responsible for work place accidents. It is the responsibility of the employer to take all necessary steps towards the health and safety of their employees. On the other hand, employees are equally responsible for their own health and safety.
For more information regarding accident at work claims get in touch with 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email info@247solicitors.co.uk.

Wednesday 15 June 2016

Seeking the assistance of Injury Solicitors Bolton for Assault at Work Claims


Besides the obvious of dangers one has to face due to their nature of work, the risks of being assaulted while on the job should never be ruled out. As an employer it your responsibilities to make sure that all your employees are protected and equipped with the proper gear. This includes making sure that all employees are protected from the environment as well as deliberate acts of violence. In the text below injury solicitors Bolton speak of the responsibilities of employers with respect to injuries caused by assault while on duty.

When is my Employer Responsible for Assault at Work?
One might question the responsibilities of their employer with regards to assault. However, under the following circumstances your employer will be held responsible for damages:-
-         If you were forced to work alone in an understaffed environment then you are vulnerable to attacks and assaults. Security guards and prison officers are particularly vulnerable.
-         According to injury solicitors Bolton if your employer ignores the violent behaviour of another person with whom you were forced to work with then they will be held responsible of injuries resulting from any possible assault.
-         As an employee in a profession where you may have to encounter violent and aggressive client customers you should be given proper training on how to diffuse a certain situation.

For more information, get in touch with our injury solicitors Bolton at 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email info@247solicitors.co.uk.



Friday 10 June 2016

Work Accident Claims Bolton for Vibration White Finger

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You may be subject to a work environment where you have to handle heavy vibrating machinery for lengthy periods of time. Prolonged use of such machinery may result in something known as Vibration White Finger (VWF) also known as Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome. VWF is an industrial injury that mainly affects people who operate hand held vibrating tools such as chainsaws, drills, grinders, hammers, impact wrenches and other power tools for extended periods. If you are suffering from the symptoms of VWF then you may be able to make work accident claims Bolton for your injuries.

What are the Symptoms of VWF?
The most common symptoms of VWF include:-
-         A tingling sensation or numbness in the fingertips.
-         A cold sensation in the fingers and their discolouration.
-         Aches all over hands, fingers and arms.
I think I have VWF, what should I do now?
If you believe that you are suffering the above mentioned symptoms due to your job nature you should:-
-         Immediately stop using the power tools so that you injuries don’t get any worse.
-         You should report your symptoms to your employer as soon as possible.
-         You should also seek legal assistance to discuss the possibilities of work accident claims Bolton. You may be eligible for compensation for your injuries.

For more information regarding work accident claims Bolton, get in touch with our experts at 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email info@247solicitors.co.uk.


Wednesday 8 June 2016

Work Accident Claims Bolton for Police Officers


As a police officer you are at considerable risk considering your line of work. Police officers have to meet the physical demands of their line of work, may it be pursuing criminals or facing harsh weathers. Regardless of the nature of their duties it is the responsibility of their employer to properly assess the environment which their officers are about to face. Negligence in this regard may result in the injuries or even fatalities of officers on duty. In which case it is their right to make a work accident claims Bolton against their employers or any other party involved.

The Responsibilities of an Employer:-
Like any other job it is the responsibility of the employer to make sure the officers being sent into the field are properly equipped to face all kinds of challenges. Negligence in this regard will not be taken lightly in court.

Police Injury Reporting Protocol:-
According to the Police (Injury Benefit) Regulations 2006 states that work accident claims Bolton should consist of the following injury reporting procedure.
-         Injured officers should directly report their injury to their manager hence making sure that the injury has been reported in the police force’s injury reporting system.
-         If the injured person cannot report the injuries themselves a friend or a relative must do this for them.
-         If your injuries require you to spend more than 7 days away from work you must report this to the Health and Safety Executive within 15 days.

You should seek the assistance of a solicitor for making work accident claims Bolton.

For more information, get in touch with our work accident claims Bolton at 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email info@247solicitors.co.uk.


Monday 6 June 2016

Guidance of Injury Solicitors Bolton with respect to Amusement Park Injuries


 An Amusement Park is a place where one can take their whole family for a good time! In amusement parks most people are concerned with the different rides, the different foods and even meeting other friends and family there. They are so busy having fun that they completely miss out on the possibility of being involved in an accident. As appalling as it may seem, no place is free form accident, even amusement parks. In the text below, injury solicitors Bolton have mentioned the various facts surrounding accidents in amusement parks.

The Types of Accidents reported in Amusement Parks:-
Some of the most common accidents that have taken place in amusement parks involve:-
-          Slips and Trips:-
o   Cases where someone has slipped or tripped on a pavement inside a park which has not been maintained properly.
-         Faulty Rides:-     
o   Various accidents have been reported in which someone was injured as a result of a faulty ride or amusement. According to injury solicitors Bolton, it is the responsibility of park management to ensure that visitors are NOT subjected to potentially unsafe rides.
-         Food Poisoning:-
o   Various cases have been brought forward by visitors who claim to have contracted food poisoning after eating at cafes or restaurants in the park.
-         Objects falling on Visitors:-  
o      Claims have been made by visitors who have been injured after objects that have not been maintained properly fell on them within the park.

For more information, get in touch with our Injury Solicitors Bolton at 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email info@247solicitors.co.uk.

Thursday 2 June 2016

Making a Medical Negligence Claims with the Help of Brain Injury Solicitors


If you are involved in a serious injury there is great chance that you will have to spend the rest of your life living with its consequences. This is especially the case if the injury directly affected your brain. The following text elaborates on the circumstances surrounding making claims with the help of brain injury solicitors for brain injuries that are a result of medical negligence.

The Significance of Medical Negligence:-
Medical negligence is considered as most devastating due to the fact that the medical professionals failed to provide reasonable services to patients in their care. Legally this is known as the “Duty of Care” and it is said to have been breached if the medical professional acted negligently.

What kind of Medical Negligence can result in a Brain Injury?
There can be several incidents where medical negligence is directly associated with a severe brain injury leaving behind lasting after effects. However, according the brain injury solicitors the most devastating of these injuries is one that involves new born babies who had to suffer permanent brain damage due to the improper supply of oxygen at the time of their birth.

What can be claimed for?
Claims are made considering the lifelong financial implications including costs of on-going treatment.

Who is liable to pay compensation?
According to brain injury solicitors, if the hospital, where the act of negligence took place, was a NHS hospital then the NHS is liable for compensation. On the other hand, if the negligence occurred in private practice then the NHS may not be liable but the victim will be eligible for compensation nonetheless.

For more information you are welcome to get in touch with the expert brain injury solicitors at 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email info@247solicitors.co.uk.