Employer-liability guidance and claim management
Determining who is liable after an accident can be complicated, especially where subcontractors, agencies or clients are involved. We guide you through employer-liability issues and manage the claim so you don’t have to.
What we do for you:
- Identify the correct defendant, whether that’s an employer, subcontractor or site operator.
- Obtain and review training records, risk assessments and site permits.
- Secure witness statements and any photographic or mobile-phone evidence taken at the scene.
- Handle all communications with insurers and employers on your behalf.
We explain liability in plain language and give realistic advice about timeframes and likely outcomes. If insurers refuse to accept responsibility, we prepare litigation-ready files so your case isn’t delayed further.
Ladder and height-related injury claims
Falls from ladders and working at height are common causes of serious injury for tradespeople. Even routine jobs — gutter clearing, painting, fitting — can go wrong when equipment is faulty, the work area isn’t secured, or the right safety measures aren’t in place.
How we approach these claims:
- Inspect site records and ask targeted questions about access equipment and fall-prevention measures.
- Seek evidence about equipment condition, inspection logs and whether appropriate training or supervision was provided.
- Instruct height-safety and access equipment experts where necessary to examine ladders, scaffolding or platforms.
- Work with medical specialists to document injuries, recovery prospects and any long-term effects.
Proving a fall from height often comes down to showing that the employer failed to manage foreseeable risks. We focus on collecting the right technical and witness evidence quickly, while ensuring your medical needs are documented.
PPE failure and incorrect equipment claims
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools are the basics of everyday safety in trades and small worksites. When PPE fails or incorrect equipment is used, injuries can be entirely avoidable. These claims require a technical eye and a practical understanding of on-site routines.
Typical issues we investigate:
- Supplied PPE that was inadequate for the task or poorly maintained.
- Use of tools or access equipment unsuited to the job or showing signs of wear.
- Missing guards, faulty emergency stops or improvised fixes on machinery.
- Lack of adequate instruction on safe use or on-site safety briefings.
We work with engineering and safety experts to assess whether equipment was defective, poorly maintained or incorrectly used, and we include repair and replacement costs, medical treatment and loss of earnings in the compensation figure.
Why choose Faircloughs for Shevington workplace claims
- Practical experience with construction accident claims and the realities of trade work.
- Local awareness of Shevington’s trades, small employers and common on-site hazards.
- No Win No Fee funding for most eligible claims so you’re not blocked by up-front legal costs.
- Dedicated claim management with a single point of contact who handles employer and insurer communications.
- Access to specialists — height-safety experts, engineers, occupational therapists and vocational rehabilitation professionals.
We aim for outcomes that reflect the real cost of injury: pain and suffering, past and future loss of earnings, rehabilitation and any adaptations you need to work or live safely.
Practical next steps and protecting your claim
The earliest actions after an accident make a real difference:
- Report the incident to the person in charge and ensure it’s recorded in the accident book.
- Take photos of the scene, equipment and surroundings as soon as it is safe to do so.
- Keep records of medical appointments, prescriptions and any time off work.
- Get contact details for witnesses and ask colleagues to make brief written notes while memories are fresh.
If you’re unsure what to do next, contact us for a free, no-obligation discussion — we’ll explain immediate steps and, if appropriate, start gathering evidence right away.
