First of all let me say that I work in a legal capacity and I am not for compensation claims.
I have previously had an accident at work and did not claim despite the fact it caused much pain and problems with an injury I already had.
Secondly my daughter was in an accident at school and again although the school were at fault, I did not want to take money from the school and also if I had of brought a claim there would have been problems in the future for activities for the children. (Daughter was doing something without wearing the correct uniform/footwear and had a nasty foot injury).
Anyways here is my dilemma, I slipped at work on the ice because the entrance had not been gritted properly. Of course snow and ice happen, and ordinarily I would just put up and shut up, but this happened last year and 3 employees had accidents, this year another 3 including me, there's nothing serious.
I have damaged my shoulder and required hospital treastment, I am on very strong meds and in considerable pain. I am off work fully paid but unable to do overtime which is in abundance at the moment, therefore losing £100 a week.
It's not about the money really, but it's more about them pulling their finger out and making our work place safe.
I have been told they ran out of grit a week before and that a contract to clear the area with council had not been renewed.
I am worried about the future, with a back problem to start and now this, I could potentially find myself at 40/50 with serious issues and popping pills.
When I read this back I know I will think I am BU, if I had fell in Asda I would have no problem, but going for this with my employer worries me.
Does anyone have any advice?
My husband has typed this for me as I only have the one working arm at the moment.
Thank you.
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charley24 · 07/12/2010 00:47
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