If you have suffered an injury in a farm accident that was not your fault, Ramsdens can help you make a claim for compensation. We understand that this will be a difficult and stressful time for you and our specialist team will help you through the process with the utmost care.
A farm can be a dangerous or hazardous place for workers and farmers to work. Injuries sustained from farm accidents, whether you’re operating farming equipment or dealing with animals, can put you out of work for some time.
Types of farming accidents
Due to the nature of agricultural work, a farming accident can result in serious injury for those involved, and in severe cases can even prove fatal. We have successfully handled cases involving:
- Tractors and other farming machinery
- Livestock
- Injuries caused by falling objects
- Slips, trips and falls
- Illnesses caused by chemicals and other hazardous substances
- Silo, slurry stores and pit injuries
- Noise-induced injuries
- Injuries caused by repetitive motions
- Exposure to dust and other harmful materials
If your injury was caused through the fault of someone else, you may be entitled to compensation and should speak to one of our specialist personal injury lawyers as soon as possible for comprehensive legal advice.
How we can help you
Farming injuries are sometimes caused by the negligence of the farm owner or other workers, usually involving a lack of safety equipment, training, or dangerous working practices. Our solicitors are trained to deal with all manner of farm accident claims, and will work hard to get you the compensation you deserve.
Financial awards can be used to cover the cost of loss of earnings, medical bills or any other expenses that may occur from such an injury.
Find out more about how much you could claim in our handy guide – How much compensation can I claim for a personal injury?
