Whilst offices may not seem as high-risk as construction sites or warehouses, accidents in these environments can still cause injuries that are disruptive and often severe. Trips over trailing cables, being struck by heavy folders falling from cabinets, and using faulty office equipment can all result in serious harm. These workplace accidents can leave you in considerable pain and may lead to long-lasting mobility issues that affect both your career and finances. Our office accident compensation calculator is designed to give you an idea of how a personal injury claim might be valued.
You may be eligible to claim compensation if the injuries you sustained were directly caused by your employer’s failure to protect your health and safety in the office. Compensation can cover both your pain and suffering and financial losses, such as lost income, medical bills, and rehabilitation costs.
If you are unsure whether you are eligible to make an office accident claim or want to know more about how the process works, our advisory team is here to help. They may also be able to connect you with a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel here at Compensation Calculator UK. Our panel has many years of collective experience supporting injured office workers, and uses its expertise to handle all aspects of the legal process for clients.
Contact our advisors at any time to explore your options and take your first steps toward claiming compensation.
We are here to help you
Here at CompensationCalculatorUK.co.uk our expert advisors are on hand 24 hours a day 7 days a week to assess your compensation claim. Should you require free legal advice we can connect you to a specialist solicitor.
Jump To A Section
- Office Accident Compensation Calculator
- How To Calculate The Amount Of Compensation After An Office Accident
- Can Office Accident Compensation Cover Special Damages?
- Can I Claim Compensation After An Accident In An Office?
- How To Claim Compensation For An Office Accident
- Why Claim For An Office Accident With Compensation Calculator UK?
- More Information
Office Accident Compensation Calculator
Our office accident compensation calculator takes figures from the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), a resource often referred to by legal professionals when assessing the value of injuries. This is because the document features compensation brackets for various forms of harm, ranging from wrist fractures and ligament tears to concussions and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
While our free compensation calculator allows you to see how a claim might be valued, none of the figures listed are guaranteed. This is also the case for the table below, which contains several brackets from the JCG. The top figure represents a settlement that also includes financial losses and does not come from the document.
| Injury | Notes | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple very severe injuries and special damages | Special damages may account for loss of income and the cost of physiotherapy or the purchase of ergonomic aids. | Up to £1,000,000+ |
| Very severe brain or head injury | The person could follow some basic instructions. | £344,150 to £493,000 |
| Severe arm injury | Short of amputation but extremely serious, such as serious brachial plexus damage. | £117,360 to £159,770 |
| Very severe foot injuries | Injuries which leave people with permanent, severe pain or serious disability. | £102,470 to £133,810 |
| Severe (iii) back injury | Disc or vertebral fractures, or soft tissue damage resulting on ongoing severe pain and agility impairment. | £47,320 to £85,100 |
| Severe ankle injury | Those which require an extended treatment period. | £38,210 to £61,090 |
| Severe shoulder injury | Which may be associated with a neck injury. | £23,430 to £58,610 |
| Most serious Achilles tendon injury | Where the tendon and the peroneus longus muscle is severed. | Around £46,900 |
| Moderate (i) knee injury | Cartilage tears, dislocations, and similar forms of injury. | £18,110 to £31,960 |
| Minor to moderate elbow injury | The bulk of elbow injuries fall in this bracket. | Up to £15,370 |
An expert personal injury solicitor from our panel can provide a comprehensive assessment to ensure any office accident claim you make is accurately valued. Reach out today for more information.
How To Calculate The Amount Of Compensation After An Office Accident
Compensation for an office accident, such as a slip on a wet toilet floor or a trip over trailing cables, may be calculated by considering the type and severity of the injury sustained and any financial losses resulting from the harm. Payouts for such incidents can be divided between 2 heads of claim:
- General damages: This compensates for your pain and suffering, as well as any reduction in quality of life. For instance, if you fractured your arm because you were not given any manual handling training before an office move, you may be unable to perform hobbies or even type as you did before the injury.
- Special damages: Covers financial losses, such as medical costs, arising from the injuries you suffered in the office accident. You can find more information on special damages in the next section.
Our panel specialises in personal injury claims, including those arising from office accidents. If you would like to learn how they calculate compensation and support clients, get in touch with an advisor today. They are here to help by assessing your situation and providing clear, concise guidance on the office accident claims process.
Can Office Accident Compensation Cover Special Damages?
Yes, office accident compensation can cover special damages to account for financial losses resulting from your injuries, such as lost income and the cost of rehabilitation or therapy. Below, we look at what might be covered by special damages.
Lost Income
Lost income can be recovered if you have had to take time away from the office following your injury. This can include any impact on overtime, pension growth, and bonuses.
Future Loss Of Earnings
You may also be compensated for future loss of earnings if you need to take an extended period of time off work or have missed out on a promotion. This will also account for projected losses due to being unable to return to the office or work as you did before.
Medical Expenses
You can be reimbursed for private medical care, such as consultations with orthopaedic specialists and prescriptions. In the event of a serious office accident requiring urgent private treatment, you may be able to access part of your compensation in advance of the claim being settled by applying for an interim payment. If you’re eligible, our panel will support you in preparing an application during your claim.
Care Costs
If your office accident has led to restricted mobility, you may require help around the home or extra support with childcare. Special damages can cover both the cost of professional care and any unpaid assistance provided by family members.
Treatment And Rehabilitation
You may require long-term rehabilitation to support your recovery, especially if the office accident led to serious physical trauma or reduced mobility. This can be costly if you have to go private for physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or specialist ergonomic advice. In addition, you might be compensated for counselling or other mental health services you have needed to manage any psychological harm suffered.
Cost Of Travel
You could be compensated for the cost of travel to medical, therapeutic, or legal appointments. This can include the cost of public transport, private hire vehicles, petrol, and parking.
Miscellaneous Expenses
You may be able to claim various “miscellaneous expenses” that directly resulted from the injuries you sustained in the office. For example, you may have had to pay to repair or replace a phone that broke when you tripped on loose flooring, or needed to purchase an adjustable footrest or lumbar support pillow to help you return to work.
In order for your office accident compensation to take any of these special damages into account, you must provide evidence such as invoices, receipts, or financial statements.
Our panel is thorough in their assessment of cases, aiming to ensure that every incurred loss is included in a settlement. Contact our advisors today to find out more, or get further guidance on using our office accident compensation calculator.
Can I Claim Compensation After An Accident In An Office?
You can claim compensation after an accident in an office if you can show that your employer was at fault for the injuries you sustained in the incident. To make any type of workplace accident claim, you need to show 3 things:
- That you were owed a duty of care: All employers have a duty of care to take reasonable action to protect the health, safety, and welfare of office workers. This is set out in legislation, such as the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992. Several other pieces of legislation are also applicable to office environments, including the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992.
- That your employer failed to meet this duty: This is referred to as a breach and occurs when an employer does not uphold workplace health and safety standards. In an office setting, breaches commonly include failing to repair frayed carpeting or broken furniture, leaving electrical hazards such as defective sockets unaddressed, or neglecting to properly secure trailing cables.
- This caused your injury: Finally, you have to show that the above failure led to your injuries. Office accidents often result in fractures, dislocations, or concussions, but you can make a claim for any physical or psychological harm that you suffered.
One of our expert solicitors can provide you with tailored support if you decide to seek compensation for your workplace accident. Please speak to a member of our advisory team for further information and a free consultation.
We are here to help you
Here at CompensationCalculatorUK.co.uk our expert advisors are on hand 24 hours a day 7 days a week to assess your compensation claim. Should you require free legal advice we can connect you to a specialist solicitor.
How To Claim Compensation For An Office Accident
To make a personal injury compensation claim for an office accident, you will need to prove your employer’s liability with evidence and act within the time limit. These steps can seem daunting, but rest assured that a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel can guide you through the claiming process.
How Can I Prove Liability For An Office Accident?
You can prove liability for an office accident using copies of accident reports, photographs of trailing cables or damaged flooring, and CCTV footage. Your claim can be further strengthened by obtaining copies of your medical records showing the injury you suffered and the treatment you required. For example, medical records may show you visited an A&E department, were diagnosed with a severed Achilles tendon, and required surgery to reattach it.
You can read more about proof and evidence which can support personal injury cases in our guide.
How Long After An Accident In An Office Can I Claim Compensation?
In most instances, you have 3 years after an accident in an office to start a claim for compensation. This time limit is set by the Limitation Act 1980. However, there are also circumstances in which exceptions to the time limit may be made, for example, where someone under the age of 18 is injured. Our guide to the limitation period provides further information on how long you have to claim.
No Win No Fee Office Accident Compensation Claims
Using a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), our panel of No Win No Fee solicitors provide accessible legal representation to clients pursuing office accident compensation claims across the country. This means you get access to high-quality support with confidence that you will not pay any upfront service fees to your solicitor.
Under the CFA offered by our panel, you will also not need to pay your solicitor for their work during the personal injury compensation claims process. Nor would you be charged a service fee if the claim is unsuccessful.
If you win your office accident claim, your solicitor will deduct a success fee as a pre-agreed percentage of your personal injury compensation. There is a legal cap on the percentage which may be deducted, ensuring that you retain the bulk of your compensation.
Please contact a member of our team today to find out how a solicitor from our panel could support you on a No Win No Fee basis.
Why Choose To Claim For An Office Accident With Compensation Calculator UK?
Choosing to claim for an office accident with Compensation Calculator UK gives you immediate access to a team with extensive experience in handling the most complex of workplace injury cases. Both our advisors and panel of solicitors understand that office-based accidents often have profound, enduring impacts on the physical and mental health of workers. This is why they tailor their advice and support to meet your unique needs, including in the long term.
Whether you were injured from tripping on trailing cables or suffered electrical burns because of a faulty socket, our panel will use their expertise to secure the compensation you deserve. From the outset of your claim, you can expect:
- An accurate valuation of your injuries and losses to ensure that any settlement reflects the full impact of the office accident on you.
- A personalised service designed around your needs and long-term recovery.
- Clear and transparent explanations of workplace legislation and how the office accident claims process works.
- Expert assistance with collecting evidence, such as lighting and maintenance logs, previous complaints about electrical faults or trailing cables, and a copy of the office accident book.
- Support for your recovery by connecting you to medical, therapeutic, and rehabilitation services, including occupational therapists experienced in treating injuries common to office environments.
Contact Us To Make A Claim
Contact Compensation Calculator UK today to learn more about using our office accident compensation calculator and find out if you can make a claim today:
- Call 0800 408 7826.
- Click here to contact us.
- Tell us what happened over our live chat.
More Information
Learn more about how to use a personal injury claim calculator in these resources:
- Here, we look at slip, trip, and fall claims.
- View our guide on compensation payouts in the UK.
- Explore the steps involved in the manual handling claims process.
References:
- Learn about the process of claiming Statutory Sick Pay, GOV.UK.
- View information on risk assessments in this resource from the Health and Safety Executive, HSE.GOV.UK.
- Get first aid information, NHS.UK.
Contact us to learn more about how to use our office accident compensation calculator or to be connected to a solicitor from our panel.