Manual Handling Injury Claims
Get in touchAt Jackson Personal Injury, we assist people who have been injured through manual handling injury claims to understand whether they may be eligible to pursue a claim. Manual handling injuries often arise from lifting, pulling, carrying, pushing, or supporting loads at work and can occur when training is insufficient, equipment is unsuitable, or safety procedures are not followed.
If your injury has affected your ability to work or manage day-to-day tasks, we review your enquiry and, where appropriate, refer it to a solicitor from our panel of independent, regulated firms. If accepted, the solicitor will manage the legal process and guide the claim.
What Counts as a Manual Handling Injury in the Workplace?
A manual handling injury refers to physical harm caused by lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, or supporting a load as part of your job. These injuries frequently involve musculoskeletal damage such as sprains, strains, hernias, and back or shoulder injuries.
Where injuries arise due to poor training, unsuitable equipment, or unsafe working conditions, manual handling injury claims may be possible.
What Are the Most Common Manual Handling Accidents at Work?
Manual handling injury claims often stem from accidents such as:
Lifting heavy or awkward loads – Handling items without assistance, mechanical aids, or correct technique.
Repetitive handling tasks – Ongoing lifting or carrying that leads to strain over time.
Slips while carrying loads – Losing balance due to spillages, uneven flooring, or poor footwear.
Twisting or overreaching – Turning the body while lifting, increasing pressure on the spine.
Team handling failures – Poor coordination when lifting objects with colleagues.
How Much Compensation Can I Claim for a Manual Handling Injury?
Compensation for manual handling injury claims can vary depending on the seriousness of the injury, recovery time, and how the injury affects your ability to work and carry out everyday activities.
Claims may include general damages for pain, suffering, and loss of amenity, along with special damages for financial losses such as lost earnings, medical treatment, physiotherapy, travel expenses, and future care needs. Each claim is considered on its own facts, and amounts vary based on injury severity and documented losses.
Contact Jackson Personal Injury to check if you may be eligible and to request a free assessment of your manual handling injury claim.
Can I Make a Claim If My Employer Failed to Provide Proper Training?
You may be able to pursue manual handling injury claims if your employer did not provide suitable training. Employers are required to ensure staff understand safe lifting techniques, recognise risks, and have access to appropriate equipment.
Where injuries occur because tasks were carried out without proper instruction or risk assessment, this may support a compensation claim.
What Evidence Is Required for a Manual Handling Claim?
Supporting manual handling injury claims usually involves gathering clear and relevant evidence, including:
Medical records – GP notes, hospital reports, diagnoses, and treatment details.
Accident reports – Entries in the workplace accident book or internal incident logs.
Photographs or videos – Images of the load, equipment, or working area involved.
Witness statements – Accounts from colleagues who saw the incident or unsafe practices.
Financial documents – Payslips, receipts, and invoices showing loss of income or expenses.
Training records – Evidence showing whether manual handling training was provided or is missing.
Are No Win, No Fee Manual Handling Claims Available?
Most manual handling injury claims referred through our service are handled on a No Win, No Fee basis. This means there are usually no upfront legal costs, and you only pay if your claim is successful.
If compensation is awarded, a capped success fee may be deducted, with all terms explained by the solicitor before you proceed.
Can I Claim for Ongoing Pain or Long-Term Mobility Issues Caused?
Manual handling injury claims can take into account long-term effects such as chronic pain, reduced mobility, or the need for ongoing treatment.
Where injuries prevent a return to previous duties or affect long-term earning capacity, these factors may be considered when assessing compensation, based on medical evidence and expert reports.
What Role Does Health and Safety Legislation Play in Claims?
Health and safety regulations are central to manual handling injury claims. The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 require employers to avoid hazardous manual handling where possible and to reduce risks through assessments, training, and safe systems of work. Failures to meet these duties can support a compensation claim where injuries occur.
Contact Jackson Personal Injury to find out if you can make a manual handling injury claim and to speak to our claims team.