Can My Employer Sack Me if I Make an Injury Claim?
Will I Lose My Job if I Make an Accident at Work Claim?
No, seeking compensation for an accident at work that wasn’t your fault is not grounds for dismissal. Your employer will have insurance to cover your accident claim, and for the most part, your solicitor will be dealing with the insurance company, not your employer.
In this video, Dominic Moss, Senior Partner at Stonehewer Moss Solicitors, explains more about how your accident at work claim may affect your employment.
Can My Employer Sack Me If I Make an Injury Claim?
This is one of the most commonly asked questions we get. Employees are often worried that if they make a claim for an accident that happened while they were employed, their employer might simply dismiss them. However, **employment protection laws** prevent this from happening in many cases.
Over the 20 years I’ve been practicing personal injury law, I’ve rarely encountered situations where an employee was dismissed solely for making a claim. The reason for this is that employers are typically insured for workplace accidents. When you make a claim, it is usually the **insurance company** that handles it, not your employer. This limits the employer’s involvement in the process to confirming that an accident occurred and providing their account of the incident. From there, your solicitor will be the primary point of contact with the insurance company.
In most cases, once a claim is made, the employer’s involvement is minimal. After making a claim, many of our clients return to work and find that nothing is said about it. The employer might ask that the matter not be discussed at work, as it’s a personal issue. But there is typically no friction or tension once the insurance company is dealing with the claim. It’s highly unlikely you will be dismissed just for pursuing compensation.
What If My Employer Decides to Dismiss Me Anyway?
While it is highly unlikely, some employers may choose to dismiss employees for reasons unrelated to the claim. **Employment protection laws** exist to prevent such unfair dismissals, and if you are dismissed unjustly, you have the legal right to challenge that decision. You can **seek advice from employment solicitors** to ensure that your rights are upheld, and you aren’t unfairly treated as a result of making a personal injury claim.
How Stonehewer Moss Solicitors Can Help
At Stonehewer Moss Solicitors, we have years of experience in handling **accidents at work claims**. If you’re worried about how making a claim may affect your job, we’re here to offer clear, practical advice and ensure that your case is handled professionally. We work directly with your employer’s insurance company, so you don’t have to worry about the impact of your claim on your employment.
If you have been injured at work and are considering making a claim, get in touch with us today. We will help you understand your rights and guide you through the claims process, so you can receive the compensation you deserve without fear of losing your job.
Start Your Accident at Work Claim Today
If you have been injured at work and need help making a claim, we are here to assist. Visit our Accident at Work Claims page to learn more, or start your claim now.
Call us on 01606 872200 for expert advice on making an accident at work claim and protecting your employment rights.
For more information, you can visit **Citizens Advice** on workplace accidents and your rights: here.
