Vibration Injury Claims
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Many workplace environments involve the use of vibrating hand-held machinery, from chainsaws, mowers and hedge trimmers through to pneumatic drills, hammer drills and sanders. Often it can take a few years before symptoms of injury appear which can be directly attributed to repeated use of these tools.
Under the government’s Control of Vibration at Work Regulations it is an employer’s responsibility to ensure that regular Heath & Safety training is given in the use of these tools, that frequent breaks are taken during their use and that ant-vibration gloves and other safety equipment are provided and used at all times.
If you have worked with vibrating machinery and have developed symptoms such as poor grip, tingling, numbness or loss of sensation and distinctive white patches on your skin, tell us about your current or previous working conditions and we may be able to help you to obtain compensation if your employer has been negligent.
We are experienced in helping people in your situation to gather the evidence required to make successful hand injury claims including Vibration White Finger claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much compensation will I get for a vibration injury claim?
The amount you can claim if you have a vibration injury from your work will depend on the severity of your condition and the impact that is has on your life and ability to work. Tell us about your circumstances and what the medical profession have advised you regarding your recovery prospects and we will advise you the likely sum we can claim for you, which could amount to several thousands of pounds.
How long do I have to claim?
If you have been diagnosed with a vibration injury, you can make a claim up to three years from when your symptoms are first noticed and linked to your work for a current or previous employer. We recommend starting the claim process early to allow time for gathering evidence to support your claim for Vibration White Finger compensation.
What is the most common injury due to vibration?
Vibrating tools cause vascular injuries where blood vessels are damaged, neurological injuries affecting nerves and musculoskeletal injuries affecting joints. Depending on your symptoms these conditions are generally called Vibration White Finger (VWF), Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) or Whole Body Vibration (WBV).
How to claim for a workplace vibration injury
If you have been diagnosed with a vibration injury, tell us about your circumstances and we can tell you whether or not you might be successful in making a claim for compensation. If we think that you are, we will gather together the evidence to support your case and present it professionally for legal judgement to help you get the financial recompense you deserve.
Call now on 01756 799977 for an informal chat.
No Win No Fee
Our ‘no win no fee’ arrangements mean that you don’t have to find money to cover your own legal expenses in advance. If you are not successful in your claim then we will not charge you for our time.