Warehouse Accident Claims Solicitors
If you’ve sustained an injury in a warehouse accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our specialist personal injury solicitors today to discuss your warehouse accident claim and start the process of getting the compensation you deserve.
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Meet Your Warehouse Accident Solicitors
Stonehewer Moss are specialists in personal injury law with a proven track record in securing compensation for warehouse accident injuries. We offer a No-win, no-fee claims service to ease the financial pressure on you, as well as a free initial consultation to help you decide if we’re the right solicitors for your warehouse accident injury claim.
We pride ourselves on our personal, friendly and compassionate service. Our firm is accredited by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), demonstrating our expertise in personal injury law.
What makes warehouses dangerous environments to work in?
Warehouses are particularly hazardous environments. Large machinery is constantly in use on site. Forklifts and other vehicles move across warehouse floors, picking, loading and carrying heavy goods often from great height, posing a risk to the health and safety of those nearby.
Depending on the industry or company associated with a warehouse, packaging and debris may fall and obstruct passageways, making it difficult for vehicles and employees to navigate the space safely. In addition, warehouse staff often work to tight schedules and targets, which can force them into making impulsive or ill-considered decisions resulting in accidents.
Common Warehouse Accidents
Given the constant movement and activity in warehouses, it’s no surprise that, despite a company’s best efforts, accidents can still happen. Some of the most common warehouse accidents include:
- Being struck by falling or moving objects/vehicles
- Falls from height
- Slips, trips, and falls at the same level
- Lacerations
- Crush accidents
Forklifts are another common cause of injury in warehouses. If you’ve been injured in a forklift accident, you may be entitled to compensation. For more information, visit our Forklift Accident Claims page.
If your accident isn’t listed above, it doesn’t mean you can’t claim. We recommend speaking with one of our personal injury solicitors to explore your options and find out if you’re eligible for compensation.
Who is responsible for preventing accidents at work?
Nobody should go to work and fear that they will return home injured. Thankfully the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 was established to help prevent workplace accidents from occurring.
Under this statute, employers must ensure:
- Risk assessments of the work environment are conducted
- Employees receive health and safety training
- Adequate PPE is supplied to staff
- Any hazards are identified and sufficiently signposted
- All workplace accidents are reported to RIDDOR
If your employer has failed in their duty of care and you have consequently suffered an accident, you may have grounds to claim compensation for your injuries.
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Who can claim for a warehouse accident?
Many organisations employ subcontractors or agency workers within the warehousing industry. These workers do not necessarily benefit from the same training as permanent employees, however they are still entitled to the same duty of care and can make a claim for compensation if they become injured at work.
In short, whether you are a full-time, agency or self-employed worker, you may be able to claim for your injuries.
Expert Solicitors for Warehouse Accident Claims
If you have been involved in an accident in a warehouse or have suffered a serious personal injury whilst working in the logistics industry, you want an experienced and knowledgeable solicitor by your side.
Stonehewer Moss Solicitors have more than 20 years’ experience in dealing with serious warehouse accident injuries just like yours. We are an APIL accredited firm, which stands as a mark of competence and expertise in personal injury service.
We understand the challenges and worries that accompany accidents at work. Our solicitors offer a free 30-minute consultation to answer your questions, explain your options, and guide you through the claims process. We’ll work hard to secure the maximum compensation you’re entitled to.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The compensation amount for a warehouse accident claim depends on how serious your injury is, how long your recovery takes, and any financial losses you’ve suffered—such as time off work or medical expenses. Minor injuries might result in compensation from around £2,000 to £5,000, while serious injuries like back damage, fractures, or long-term mobility issues can result in much higher payouts. Claims cover both pain and suffering, and specific financial losses.
Yes, you may still be able to make a warehouse accident claim even if you were partly responsible. This is known as “contributory negligence,” and your compensation may be reduced to reflect your share of the blame. If your employer also failed in their duty to provide a safe working environment, they can still be held liable.
Common warehouse injury claims include accidents involving forklift trucks, slips and trips, falling objects, manual handling injuries, and accidents caused by poor training or inadequate safety procedures. If any of these occurred due to negligence, you could be entitled to make a warehouse accident compensation claim.
You have three years from the date of the accident—or the date you became aware your injury was work-related—to make a warehouse accident compensation claim in the UK. It’s best to begin the process early, while evidence like incident reports, CCTV footage, and witness accounts are still accessible.