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30th August 2006

One in ten employees needn't be injured at work

Accidents in the Workplace

Responding to the findings, Tom Jones, a partner with Thompsons Solicitors, the country’s most experienced personal injury practice, said: "The insurance industry has been complaining for years about the costs of paying compensation to injured people. Thompsons and the trade unions have always said that one sure way to reduce costs is to reduce workplace accidents. Insurance premiums for employers should be linked to their health and safety records. It is to be hoped that AXA's new found enthusiasm for the welfare of workers is contagious throughout the insurance industry".

"Employers have a duty of care to ensure that accidents are prevented, but many flout their responsibilities and are willing to fight to protect their financial interests over and above the rights and welfare of their staff. We couldn’t agree more with AXA’s comment that stringent health and safety procedures should be in place."

"In its press release, AXA says that it is shocked at the number of work-related injuries sustained by employees which are the result of physical assault by customers and colleagues. We see thousands of claims every year where workers have been injured at work through a criminal act. Employers have statutory duties and yet pay lip service to it and leave frontline staff to fend for themselves. That's why we are campaigning with the unions against Home Office proposals to remove workers from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority scheme".

"The scale of the problem is alarming which is why employees should join a trade union to receive the best protection."

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If you or anyone you know has suffered an injury, illness or disease at work, telephone us now for accurate claim advice.

There are strict time limits in place to make any injury claim. For further information, contact us or visit our Questions Answered page.

Thompsons Solicitors are experts in all personal injury matters. We will be able to advise you whether or not you have a valid claim for compensation. Our specialist personal injury lawyers will be happy to talk you through the process of making a claim in plain English and will be happy to answer any questions or queries you may have. If you do have a valid personal injury compensation claim and you decide to instruct Thompsons Solicitors to deal with the matter for you, we will recover our legal fees from the person responsible for your injury, ensuring that the entire procedure is cost-free for you. Telephone us now on 08000 224 224 or complete one of our online personal injury compensation claim forms.