Most needlestick injuries could have been avoided and the employers would, in most cases, have been liable for the injury and stress resulting from the incident. It doesn’t matter that the injury was caused by someone else; your employers are liable for the actions and mistakes of your colleagues.
The same duty of care and the need to prevent injury to staff also applies to care, workers, orderlies and cleaners.
No matter what sector of the health service you work in your employers are under a duty to treat you fairly and protect you from harm and, if that trust is breached, you can claim damages and compensation.
We are experts at dealing with needlestick claims and have dealt with dozens of such matters, so we can help you.
Starting Your Needlestick Claim
We can deal with your claim on a No Win-No Fee basis so if your claim is not successful then you don’t pay us a penny for the work we have done on your behalf.
To see how we can help you claim the compensation that you deserve get in touch with us today by calling 0113 284 5000 or email pi@isonharrison.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
Isn’t a sharps injury a hazard of the job when working in the healthcare sector?
Yes, it is but that does not mean that your employers are not responsible or that they can refuse compensation. Your employer should take all reasonable steps to ensure your safety while at work and this includes making sure that your colleagues do nothing to endanger your health.
I didn’t contract a blood-borne virus (bbv) can I still claim?
Yes, you can claim for the stress and worry as a result of the need to undergo blood tests to see if you have contracted a bbv.
How long do I have to bring my claim?
You have three years from the date of the incident to bring a claim, however, the sooner the better to ensure that all the evidence we need to bring your claim is still available.
How much is my claim worth?
The amount of compensation you may receive depends on a number of things; how the incident affected you, whether there was a need for PEP, the length of time you had to wait for your results etc. We would rather give you a valuation based upon your circumstances than give a random figure that may bear no relation to your claim.
To see if you have a claim and what it may be worth getting in touch with us today.
Chances are we can deal with your claim on a no win-no fee basis so that, if for any reason, your claim is not successful you don’t have to pay us a penny for the work we have done on your behalf.
