If you’ve suffered an accident at work as a part-time worker, you may be unsure about your rights to pursue a compensation claim. Fortunately, part-time workers can enjoy the same workplace rights and protections as full-time employees if injured at work due to employer negligence. Regardless of your contract type, whether it be part-time, temporary, or zero hours, employers must ensure a safe working environment to protect your health and well-being. If your employer fails to do this and you suffer injuries as a result, we could help you get started with the part-time worker accident claims process. With the help of our expert team, you can pursue compensation for any physical and mental pain, suffering and financial losses you experienced due to a workplace accident.
At Accident Claims, we understand that the thought of starting a claim against your employer can be a daunting prospect, even if you only work part-time. That’s why our advisors work around the clock to provide people like you with one-to-one support, whether answering your questions or giving helpful advice. As part of the free services that we offer, you could enjoy an initial consultation to assess the merits of your claim. Following this, we could connect you to one of our dedicated solicitors to start the part-time worker accident claims process. Working on a No Win No Fee basis, our solicitors are equipped with decades of combined experience to help pursue the pay-out you deserve.
For more information on part-time worker accident claims, please contact our friendly team:
- Call us on 0800 073 8801
- Contact us by completing our online form
- Use our free live chat feature
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Am I Eligible To Claim For An Injury While Working Part Time?
- Part Time Worker Accident Claims Examples
- What Injuries Might Be Sustained In Part Time Worker Accidents?
- How Much Compensation Can A Part Time Worker Claim If Injured At Work?
- What Is Needed When Claiming For A Part Time Workplace Injury?
- Claiming For A Part Time Work Accident With Our Solicitors
- Essential References
Am I Eligible To Claim For An Injury While Working Part Time?
Yes, you could claim for an injury while working part time provided that you can demonstrate that employer negligence occurred. Proving employer negligence often involves meeting a specific set of eligibility requirements, which are outlined below:
- You Were Owed A Duty Of Care
At work, your employer will owe you an automatic duty of care as per the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. This duty requires that employers must take reasonably practicable steps to ensure the health, safety and well-being of all staff members. This legal obligation remains the same whether you were working on a full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.
- That Duty Of Care Was Breached By Your Employer
You must be able to demonstrate that the duty of care was breached by your employer. This occurs when an employer fails to act as a reasonable employer would have done, such as by failing to supply personal protective equipment, providing inadequate training sessions and failing to perform routine machinery checks.
- You Suffered An Injury Due To The Breach
You must be able to demonstrate that you suffered a physical or psychological injury due to your employer’s breach. Accidents at work can cause a wide range of injuries, spanning from minor sprains to fractures, brain damage and paralysis injuries.
To learn more about eligibility to make part-time worker accident claims, please get in touch today.
Part Time Worker Accident Claims Examples
Regardless of the nature of your work, there are many different ways in which your employer could fail to ensure your safety. As such, please see the following examples of employer negligence and how part-time worker accident claims could arise as a result:
- An employer at a warehouse could order part-time staff members to carry heavy boxes, despite not having provided manual handling training. Multiple members of staff could suffer injuries as a result.
- At a construction site, an employer could fail to perform safety checks after scaffolding has been erected. A part-time staff member could lean against a faulty safety rail, causing them to fall from a height and suffer life-altering injuries.
- An employer could fail to clean spills from a machine in a factory, despite multiple complaints. A part-time staff member could slip and fall on the spillage, causing disabling physical and psychological injuries.
- An employer could fail to provide adequate personal protective equipment to multiple part-time welders, such as face shields. These members of staff could suffer burns due to the sparks, in addition to permanent facial scars.
Please note that the above list is not exhaustive, and part-time worker accidents can arise in many different scenarios.
To discuss your personal experience with one of our friendly advisors, please feel free to contact us today.
What Injuries Might Be Sustained In Part Time Worker Accidents?
Common injuries sustained in part-time worker accidents often include sprains, broken bones, ligament damage and in some cases, paralysis. Please see the below list of injuries that could result from part-time worker accidents:
- Back injuries, including strains, herniated discs and fractures
- Neck injuries, including sprains, pinched nerves, fractures and spinal cord damage
- Crush injuries, often of fingers, hands, arms and legs
- Leg injuries, encompassing muscle tears, ligament damage and broken bones
- Skin injuries, such as cuts, bruises, tears and lacerations
- Head injuries, including concussions, contusions and skull fractures
- Psychological injuries, such as PTSD, anxiety and depression
To discuss your injuries and part time worker accident claims, please contact one of our friendly advisors today.
How Much Compensation Can A Part Time Worker Claim If Injured At Work?
The amount of compensation a part-time worker can claim if injured at work will depend on the severity of their injuries, the recovery period, and the overall impact on their quality of life. As such, compensation will be calculated on a case-by-case approach.
In successful part-time worker accident claims, you’ll be awarded with general damages for your physical and mental pain and suffering. These damages will be assessed by a solicitor, using a combination of medical evidence and the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). Popular among legal professionals, the JCG publication lists compensation guidelines for a wide range of injuries.
Each entry in the below table, aside from the initial figure, have been taken from the JCG. Please be aware that the entries are only guidelines and will not provide a guarantee for how much you could be awarded.
| Injury | Notes | Compensation Pay-out |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple severe injuries with financial losses | More than one occurance of serious injury with special damages such as lost earnings, home modifications and damaged items | Up to £1,000,000 |
| Very Severe Brain Damage | The level of award will be influenced by any physical limitations and any sensory impairment. | £344,150 to £493,000 |
| Moderately Severe Brain Damage | The level of award will depend on the life expectancy and the degree of dependence on others. | £267,340 to £344,150 |
| Severe Back Injuries (i) | Involving damage to the spinal cord, leading to serious pain with incomplete paralysis. | £111,150 to £196,450 |
| Severe Pelvis And Hip Injuries (ii) | Examples may include a fracture dislocation of the pelvis resulting in impotence. | £75,550 to £95,680 |
| Severe Neck Injuries (iii) | Injuries that give rise to fractures and dislocations that lead to significant conditions and permanent chronic conditions. | £55,500 to £68,330 |
| Wrist Injuries b) | Injuries that result in significant permanent disability, but where some useful movement remains. | £29,900 to £47,870 |
| Severe Toe Injuries | Leading to the amputation of one or two toes, or necessitating a partial amputation, causing bursting wounds. | £16,770 to £25,710 |
4.8Financial Losses Compensation For Part Time Worker Accident Claims
You could also be awarded compensation for your financial losses in successful part-time worker accident claims. Also known as special damages, you could enjoy a reimbursement of monetary losses you may have experienced due to your injuries.
As such, special damages can include the following:
- Loss of earnings, such as a loss of workplace benefits, overtime pay, a promotion, current and future income.
- Medical expenses, encompassing private healthcare sessions, physiotherapy and prescription costs for pain management.
- The cost of vocational retraining if the injuries you suffered left you unable to return to a physically demanding job.
- Care costs, whether provided by loved ones or professionally. This can include help with performing daily tasks, such as cooking, cleaning and dressing.
- Home modifications, such as chairlifts, wet rooms, easy grip handles and new doors if your injuries are of a permanent nature.
- Travel expenses, including taxi costs, fuel expenses and the cost of public transport. These expenses relate to travelling to and from medical appointments, and can also encompass parking fees at hospitals and clinics.
Please be aware that you must be able to support special damages with evidence, such as via:
- Receipts
- Payslips
- Bank statements
- Invoices
To learn more about claiming special damages, please feel free to get in touch with our advisory team today.
What Is Needed When Claiming For A Part Time Workplace Injury?
When claiming for a part-time workplace injury, you could take several steps to help protect your health whilst strengthening your evidence for a personal injury claim.
Please see the following actions that you could take below:
- Seek immediate medical help. You should ensure that your injuries are treated properly, whether it be visiting your GP, attending a hospital or an urgent care clinic. Seeking treatment will also help to create official medical records of the injuries you suffered.
- Obtain evidence about the workplace accident. When safe to do so, you should start to gather evidence of what happened. Helpful evidence can include photographs of your injuries and of the hazard involved, witness contact details and CCTV footage. To learn more about proving fault, please see our dedicated guide on the evidence needed for personal injury claims.
- Ensure there is an official record of the accident. You should detail the incident and your injuries in your workplace accident log book to create an official record.
- Track your ongoing injuries and losses. You should keep a detailed record of your day-to-day pain levels, any treatments you received, and how your life is being impacted. This can include disrupted sleep, psychological issues, as well as financial losses from travel and treatment costs.
- Obtain advice from a personal injury specialist. An expert solicitor could help to estimate the value of your claim, advise on your chances of success, and discuss your funding options. Most firms offer free consultations, so there is typically no obligation.
- Ensure that you’re within the legal time limit. You must start your accident at work claim within 3 years of the incident. Missing this deadline could prevent you from obtaining compensation altogether.
To discover more about time limits, please see our dedicated guide about limitation periods in personal injury claims.
For more information about what to do after a workplace accident, please contact one of our advisors today.
Claiming For A Part Time Work Accident With Our Solicitors
Our expert solicitors are committed to achieving a sense of justice on your behalf. By placing a focus on your recovery, our solicitors are committed to getting you the help that you deserve. As such, please see below to learn about the advantages of starting a part-time work accident claim with our solicitors:
Why Claim Part Time Work Injury Compensation With Accident Claims?
You should claim part-time work injury compensation with Accident Claims due to our highly-trained team of solicitors. As experts in accident at work claims, our solicitors can help you maximise your compensation by ensuring that every injury is considered and evidenced. Please see the additional benefits that you could enjoy with one of our specialist solicitors:
- Giving you knowledgeable advice about part-time worker injury accidents, ensuring details like a lack of PPE or training are not ignored.
- Regular case updates so you’re never left wondering where your part-time worker accident claim stands.
- Helping you to organise an independent medical assessment to ensure that every injury and the impact it had on your life is considered.
- Connecting you with specialists who understand the impact of workplace accidents, including physiotherapists, occupational therapists and counsellors.
- Ensuring the value of your compensation is accurately valued to include financial losses.
No Win No Fee Part-Time Worker Accident Claims
If you’re connected with one of our dedicated No Win No Fee solicitors, you could also enjoy the following benefits under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA):
- No fees for your solicitor’s services at the start of your case, as it progresses, or if it’s unsuccessful.
- If your case is a success, you will pay a success fee to your solicitor. This fee is a percentage capped by law, and will be subtracted from your compensation.
Contact Our Solicitors To Begin A Claim
To start the part-time worker accident claims process today, please get in touch:
- Call us on 0800 073 8801
- Contact us by completing our online form
- Utilise our free live chat
Essential References
For more information about personal injury claims, please see some of our other guides:
- Learn how to claim after tripping on broken steps at work
- Get help with temporary workers rights and accidents at work
- See the following advice about chest injury claims
Additional external resources:
- Learn about employer’s liability insurance from Gov.UK
- See the following advice on how to get help for your symptoms from the NHS
- Get help with reporting accidents and injuries at work from the Health and Safety Executive
Thank you for reading our useful guide about part-time worker accident claims.