Personal Injury Solicitors - Bonnar and Co.

Types of Accidents

If you were the driver of a vehicle or a passenger involved in a road traffic accident that wasn't your fault, you could be entitled to compensation.

Construction sites are among the most dangerous places of work in the country, consequently the industry is governed by strict regulations covering all aspects of health and safety.

If you have been hurt or injured at work you may be entitled to make a personal injury claim against your employer who has a duty of care to ensure the safety of all employees.

A seemingly minor trip, slip or fall in a public place can result in a very nasty injury and have a major impact on your quality of life.

Industrial diseases caused by exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace ruin lives.

Injuries caused by sports and leisure activities affect people of all ages and skills levels and can have a major impact on the victim's lifestyle

Accidents at Work

Accidents At Work

If you have been hurt or injured as the result of an accident at work anywhere in Scotland, including off-shore, within the last three years that wasn’t your fault, then Bonnar & Company Solicitors can help you claim the compensation you deserve on a No Win - No Fee basis.

It is in your interest to contact us as soon as possible to discuss your claim while the details of the accident are fresh in your mind.

It is also in your interest not to discuss your personal injury claim with an insurance company or other third party looking to offer you a settlement figure. At this difficult and stressful time you need expert, independent legal advice.

Claiming compensation for accidents at work

If your employer, another employee or someone visiting your workplace has caused you to be injured, you are entitled to claim compensation.

Your employer has a statutory duty to identify and reduce all unnecessary risk in the workplace and ensure that safe systems of working are in operation.

Some typical workplace accident claims:

•    Accidents involving machinery
•    Falls from height
•    The dangerous, careless or negligent actions of a fellow employee
•    Faulty electrical wiring or appliances
•    Cleaning and plant maintenance operations
•    Accidents caused by falling goods or materials
•    Accidents caused by vehicles, including forklift trucks and delivery vehicles
•    Accidents caused by lifting and carrying of goods or equipment
•    A trip or slip due to a faulty surface
•    Fire and /or explosion
•    Exposure to hazardous substances
•    Unsafe systems of working

Client Testimonials

I was involved in a car accident. Veronica McManus worked hard on my case.They were friendly and to the point and kept me informed throughout. I would not hesitate to recommend Bonnar & Company to anyone.

Ellen Louise Moir

13th March 2010

I would like to thank Bonnar & Company for settling my claim for injury at work. Peter Crooks and his staff did sterling work on my behalf.

Janet Muirhead,

17th February 2010

I was in an accident at work. Bonnar & Company took my claim very seriously and kept me informed at every step. I received my compensation within a year. Great work guys and gals and a big thank you.

Sean Mcginnes

11th February 2010