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Expert Help With Bin Man Injury Claims – Your Legal Rights Explained
Learn about bin man injury claims and how one of our expert No Win No Fee solicitors could help you secure the compensation you deserve.
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Expert Help With Bin Man Injury Claims – Your Legal Rights Explained
Learn about bin man injury claims and how one of our expert No Win No Fee solicitors could help you secure the compensation you deserve.
Bin Man Injury Claims: How Much Compensation Could You Receive?
Bin men are crucial workers for the systematic management of waste; they also play a vital role in maintaining public health. Their role often poses certain risks such as working with heavy machinery, manual handling and using mechanical equipment. That being said, employers should take reasonable steps to protect bin workers from coming to harm, ensuring that their safety is prioritised. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and injuries can arise due to a lack of protection in the workplace. If you’ve experienced something similar, you may be giving some thought to the bin man injury claims process. Thankfully, our friendly team is here to help you achieve the sense of justice that you deserve.
At JF Law, we understand that the process of starting an accident at work claim can seem daunting. Fortunately, our friendly advisory team is here to ensure that you have a clear understanding of the claims process. As part of the free services that we offer, we can answer your questions, give helpful advice and provide an eligibility assessment of your case. Following this, you could be connected with one of our expert No Win No Fee solicitors to start your compensation claim. As experts in securing bin man injury compensation, our solicitors are ready to pursue a pay-out that is right for you.
To start your claim today, get in touch with our friendly team:
- Call us on 0151 375 9916
- Contact us by filling out our online form
Am I Eligible To Claim For A Bin Man Injury?
Yes, you could be eligible to claim for a bin man injury if your employer has failed to adhere to health and safety laws, resulting in your injury. As such, the following requirements must be met:
- Your employer owed you a duty of care
- This duty was breached by your employer
- You suffered injuries as a result of the breach
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HASAWA) also outlines the duty of care that is owed by an employer. In accordance with the Act, employers must take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of their employees. For instance, employers should provide adequate training sessions and conduct regular machinery checks as part of their legal obligation.
Further ways of implementing workplace safety are also detailed in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002, and the Waste Duty of Care Code of Practice.
To learn more about eligibility and bin man injury claims, please get in touch with our friendly advisors today.
How Much Compensation Can I Get For Being Injured As A Refuse Collector?
The amount of compensation you could get for being injured as a refuse collector will ultimately depend on the nature of your injury. Personal injury compensation is valued on a case-by-case basis, and will depend on the following factors:
- The severity of your injuries
- The length of your recovery period
- The impact on your quality of life
In successful bin man injury claims, you will be awarded general damages as part of your settlement. In all, general damages will compensate you for physical and mental pain and suffering that you have endured.
Your general damages will be calculated by a solicitor using the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), along with your medical evidence. The JCG publication is often used by legal professionals; it contains compensation guidelines for wide-ranging injuries and severities.
With that being said, please see the table below, which contains figures that have been taken from the JCG. The top figure, however, has not been taken from the JCG. Please also note that they are merely guidelines, and do not guarantee how much you could be awarded.
| Injury | Notes | Compensation Pay-out |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple severe injuries with financial losses | More than one form of serious injury with special damages such as medical expenses, lost earnings and home modification costs | Up to £1,000,000+ |
| Very Severe Brain Injuries | The level of award will depend on the degree of insight, life expectancy, extent of physical limitations, sensory impairment, ability to communication, behavioural problems and whether epilepsy is present and controlled. | £344,150 to £493,000 |
| Paraplegia | The value will depend on the degree of independence and any depression | £267,340 to £346,890 |
| Loss of both legs | Either both legs are lost above the knee, or one above and one below with the awarded affected by phantom pains, other pain, stump, age and psychological problems. | £293,850 to £344,150 |
| Severe neck injuries (i) | Neck injury with little to no movement and frequent and severe headaches | In the region of £181,020 |
| Back injuries – severe (ii) | Cases including nerve injury and a complete loss of sensation | £90,510 to £107,910 |
| Severe back injuries (iii) | Cases that typically involve disc lesions, fractures or soft tissue injuries causing continued discomfort | £47,320 to £85,100 |
| Moderate pelvis & hip injuries (i) | A significant injury that where a hip replacement may have been a requirement for a better life | £32,450 to £47,810 |
| Wrist injuries c) | Less severe injuries resulting in some disability such as chronic pain and stiffness | £15,370 to £29,900 |
For a personal compensation evaluation, please feel free to get in touch with our team today.
Calculating Compensation For Bin Man Injury Claims
In addition to general damages, you could also be awarded special damages as part of your settlement. In all, special damages will reimburse you for any monetary losses you may have suffered due to your injuries. For example, you may have paid for private healthcare consultations to aid your serious leg injuries in a timely manner.
Please see the following examples of special damages that you could include in your claim:
- Loss of earnings, such as a loss in current or future income, loss of a bonus and a loss of overtime pay
- Medical expenses. For example, private healthcare consultations and prescription costs such as painkillers and antidepressants
- Travel costs from commuting to and from appointments. This could be fuel costs or public transport expenses from trains and buses.
- Home modification costs. If a serious injury left you with a permanent disability, you may require home accommodations such as a chairlift, a hoist, or widened doors.
- Care costs. You could claim for the cost of professional care if your injuries left you unable to perform tasks such as cooking, cleaning and nursing.
It’s also essential that your special damages are supported with evidence such as invoices, receipts, payslips and bank statements.
To learn more about claiming special damages, please contact one of our helpful advisors today.
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Examples Of Accidents To Bin Men Or Refuse Workers
Please see the following examples of accidents and how bin man injury claims could arise as a result:
- Back injuries from manual handling accidents. For instance, your employer could have failed to provide adequate training sessions, resulting in accidents from improperly moving bins.
- Struck by moving objects. A driver of a bin lorry could fail to check their surroundings whilst reversing, causing serious injuries to a refuse collector.
- Mechanical failure or defective machinery accidents. An employer could fail to perform repairs on a malfunctioning bin lorry, causing it to lose control. You could suffer severe crush injuries and psychological injuries as a result.
- Slips, trips and falls injuries. These injuries could be caused by improper footwear in icy conditions, resulting in slips and eventual broken bones.
- Needlestick injuries. For instance, a sharp object from a bin bag could pierce your skin, resulting in bleeding and a risk of infection, because your employer did not supply appropriate gloves.
Please note that the above list is not exhaustive. If you’ve suffered an injury as a bin man or refuse worker, please contact our team today for a free eligibility assessment.
The Bin Man Injury Claims Process
To make bin man injury claims, it’s essential that you understand the personal injury claims process. As such, please see the following steps that you could take after an accident:
- Seek medical treatment as soon as possible. You could visit an urgent care clinic or go to A&E to treat injuries. This will also create an official document through your medical records.
- Gather evidence. After the accident, you could start to gather photographs of visual injuries or of the incident location. Other types of helpful evidence could include gathering CCTV footage, a copy of an accident report form and contact details of potential witnesses.
- Ensure the accident is reported. This could include reporting the accident to your employer.
- Note how your injuries are affecting you. You could keep a daily symptoms diary which can be used as helpful evidence. Moreover, you should record any medical treatment you received, as well as any lost earnings and travel expenses due to your injuries.
- Seek legal help. An experienced personal injury solicitor can ensure that you achieve a pay-out that you deserve. With the help of one of our expert No Win No Fee solicitors, you could receive assistance with evidence-gathering and negotiations on your behalf.
- Comply with the time limits. You will typically have up to 3 years to make a bin man injury claim as per the Limitation Act 1980. However, there are exceptions for children and those lacking in mental capacity.
To learn more about the time limits when making a personal injury claim, please contact one of our helpful advisors today.
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How JF Law Can Help Your Bin Man And Refuse Worker Injury Claims
JF Law can help your bin man and refuse worker injury claims by providing you with a high-quality, personalised service from start to finish. Following a free case check, you could be connected with one of our specialist No Win No Fee solicitors to help you with bin man injury claims. Operating on a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), you could experience:
- No solicitor service fees at the start of your claim, as it progresses, or in the event that your claim is unsuccessful.
- If your claim is a success, you’ll be required to pay a success fee to your solicitor. The percentage of this fee is capped by law, and will be taken from your compensation. With that being said, you’ll always receive most of your settlement.
You could also enjoy the following if you’re connected with one of our helpful solicitors:
- An accurate calculation of your personal injury claim that considers general and special damages in addition to what evidence you have to prove these.
- Arrangement of an independent medical evaluation (if needed) to help ensure that your injuries and the prognosis are considered in calculations.
- Connection with any specialists who can help you recover or adjust to new disabilities.
- Support through every stage of the claims process and a detailed explanation in language you can understand.
- Compliance with any court-set deadlines.
- Negociate your settlement and details of your claim with the opposing side’s solicitors.
To learn more about Conditional Fee Agreements, please get in touch with our friendly team today.
Contact Our No Win No Fee Solicitors
Use the following contact information to potentially be connected with our No Win No Fee solicitors. Our advisors are available around the clock to assess whether you have a strong claim and advise on the process.
- Call us on 0151 375 9916
- Contact us by filling out our online form
More Information
To learn more about personal injury claims, please see some of our other guides:
- Learn about how to make a scaffold accident claim
- Get help with making a shoulder injury claim
- See the following advice on rear end collision compensation claims
Additional external resources:
- Learn about how to perform first aid from the NHS
- Get help with managing sick leave and return to work from HSE
- See the following advice on managing risks in the workplace from HSE.
Thank you for reading our helpful guide on bin man injury claims.
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