Will I Be Able To Get Another Job If I Make An Accident At Work Claim?

‘Could an injury claim stop me getting another job?’ This question might be stopping you from feeling fully confident about your future work prospects. Whether your compensation claim against a previous employer was a success or not, the aim of this guide is to give you the information you need going forward.

Legally, a potential employer can ask whether you’ve made a personal injury claim against a previous employer. However, they cannot force you into answering, nor can they fail to hire you because of previous compensation claims.

Please feel free to contact our dedicated advisory team to discuss your concerns at any time. They can also offer a free, no-obligation assessment of any accident at work claim you intend to make.

Advisors could also connect you to our solicitors. They offer their services via a version of the No Win No Fee agreement. This means you could launch a valid personal injury claim for compensation today without fears of solicitor’s costs holding you back:

• Call an advisor now on 0800 073 8804
• Contact us online for free information.
• Ask a question in the chat box at the bottom right.

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Could An Injury Claim Stop Me From Getting Another Job?
2. Can A Potential Employer Ask Me To Disclose A Past Claim?
3. Is My Employer Allowed To Discourage Me From Making An Injury Claim?
4. Are There Any Other Consequences For Making An Accident At Work Claim?
5. How Can Legal Expert Help Me With My Workplace Injury Claim?
6. Learn More

Could An Injury Claim Stop Me From Getting Another Job?

Making a personal injury claim for compensation cannot legally prevent you from getting another job. This applies to any claims you’ve made in the past, or any claim against an employer you are currently in the process of making. 

A member of our advisory team can discuss if an injury claim could stop you from getting another job and assess whether you are eligible to pursue an accident at work claim. Get in touch today.

Can A Potential Employer Ask Me To Disclose A Past Claim?

A new, potential employer can ask you to disclose information about any past compensation claims for personal injury you’ve made. However, legislation such as the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 prevents certain information from being used against you in a manner that would be seen as unfair. For example, it protects whistleblowers from prejudicial treatment after making protected disclosures.

The law does not specifically prohibit prospective employers from inquiring about compensation claims for personal injury during an interview or as part of the recruitment process. However, job applicants who believe that the employer treated them differently after disclosing this information may have grounds to claim prejudicial treatment.

This can be a complex area of law. So get direct and personalised help with the question ‘Could an injury claim stop me getting another job?’ from our advisory team now.

Is My Employer Allowed To Discourage Me From Making An Injury Claim?

No, it is illegal for your employer to discourage or coerce you in any way if you are considering making an injury claim for compensation. A framework of the following legislation protects employees against things like unfair dismissal, poor health and safety standards and prejudicial treatment:

• The Employment Rights Act 1996.
• The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HASAWA).
• The Equality Act 2010.

Employees are protected from prejudicial treatment regarding workplace accident claims, for example:

• The employer cannot dismiss you for making a compensation claim after a personal injury, unless the accident was due to your own gross negligence.
• The employer cannot force an employee to take unpaid leave, reduce pay, or withhold contractual sick pay after the employee has made a claim. You also have the right to return to work if you are able and wish to do so.
• If the employer creates an atmosphere of hostility after discovering your intention to make a personal injury claim, this is illegal.
• Employers must take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of workers while they perform their roles through a range of proactive measures, such as risk assessments and then taking steps to reduce any that have been identified.
• The employer cannot make you alter or change your complaint of injury.
• Applications cannot be treated differently due to race, disability and other factors.

You have specific rights under employment law, so speaking to our team could be the first step in addressing your concerns about the question ‘Could an injury claim stop me getting another job?’ Call now.

Are There Any Consequences For Making An Accident At Work Claim?

There should be no consequences for an employee making an accident at work claim. Legal protections, such as those we examined above, are in place to prevent negative repercussions for those seeking a claim. You should not expect any compensation claim to cast a shadow over future jobs that you go for. Or allow worries about future reprisals prevent you from seeking the compensation you’re owed from a former employer.

The employer may face issues regarding their insurance or other claims from workers injured in a similar way. However, they are legally obliged to have Employers’ Liability Insurance in place to deal with such eventualities. Please speak with our advisors if you would like further reassurance.

How Can Legal Expert Help Me With My Workplace Injury Claim?

Legal Expert can help you seek personal injury compensation by using a type of No Win No Fee contract called a Conditional Fee Agreement. Working with our solicitors in this way allows a claimant access to their services with no upfront charge to get started. There also won’t be any ongoing solicitor’s fees for legal representation as the claim develops. If the claim is unsuccessful, no solicitor’s fees apply for their non-fault accident claims advice.

However, if you make a successful claim, the solicitors still only require a small success fee for their services. This amount is deducted as a percentage of compensation at the close of the claim. A law also caps it, called the Conditional Fee Agreements Order 2013, and the claimant can expect to retain nearly all of the payout they receive.

Our solicitors can give you the confidence to seek compensation against a negligent employer. They do this in a number of ways:

• They can help you gather supporting evidence for your claim, like witness statements and expert medical evidence after serious injury.
• Our solicitors know how to calculate a full and fair compensation amount that includes expenses such as private medical costs for the injuries suffered and lost earnings.
• They’ll handle all negotiations with the employer.
• Additionally, they manage deadlines and instructions that may arise during the course of court proceedings.
• They’ll help you access any rehabilitation needed and navigate the financial aspects of the claim (such as seeking interim payments to cover immediate expenses).
• Your rights are fully explained, along with the associated risks and any relevant legal jargon.
• If your claim needs to go to court, our solicitors can help find the perfect barrister to represent your legal action.

Contact Our No Win No Fee Solicitors

If you’re worried about how making a personal injury claim now might affect you in the future, speak to us first. Our solicitors can competently handle the entire process, regardless of the situation that may arise. To learn more about whether an injury claim could stop you getting another job and whether you need a lawyer:

• Contact us online for free information.
• Ask a question in the chat box at the bottom right.
• Clarify the question ‘Could an injury claim stop me getting another job?’ by calling on 0800 073 8804

Learn More

As well as answering concerns such as ‘Could an injury claim stop me getting another job? ‘, these other links from our website provide more useful information to help:

• This guide examines the process of making a personal injury claim as a new employee.
• Here, we explore whether an employer is liable for an accident that occurs at work.
• Also, read about making a claim against another employee or work colleague after an injury.

Some external resources to help:

• This resource examines Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) if you are unable to work.
• Here is information about the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) which explains the legally required standards and guidance to employers and employees regarding workplace safety.
• Also, read about seeking compensation from GOV.UK.

Lastly, thank you for taking the time to read our guide. We hope the question ‘Could an injury claim stop me getting another job?’ has a little more clarity for you now. If you would like to discuss how to claim compensation for a work injury or have other concerns about the personal injury claims process, please get in touch.