Last Updated 29th October 2025. Employers are duty-bound to take reasonable steps to protect employees’ safety, including those working in garages. When they fail to do so, garage and motor repair accidents could occur. Such work presents many dangers as vehicles are extremely heavy, and the work can create fumes. You are likely reading this because you have suffered an accident due to your employer’s failure to implement protections. An accident at work can cause you to feel isolated and lost, but a personal injury claim can help you move on to your next chapter.
You don’t need to figure this out on your own. Our advisors are available 24/7 to help those looking to claim or better understand the process. They could connect you to an experienced solicitor who doesn’t require upfront or ongoing charges for their work. However, you don’t need to worry about reaching a decision about claiming. Advice is offered without any strings attached.
Questions You May Have
- What should my employer do to protect my safety? They should take various measures, such as performing regular maintenance checks and ensuring that the area is properly ventilated.
- What are common examples of garage and motor repair accidents? Incidents may involve crushing injuries due to failed equipment or slip, trip and fall accidents caused by an untidy workspace.
- Does my employer need to report the accident? This depends; there are certain incidents that your employer is legally obliged to report.
- Can I be sacked for making a claim? Generally, you cannot be fired from your job for making a claim for an accident that was not your fault.
- What can I do if my injuries will permanently affect my employment? You can add this financial impact to your claim, and legal professionals can evaluate this as part of your compensation payout.
Contact one of our friendly advisors today to discuss your particular circumstances and see whether you may have an eligible compensation claim.
4.8 (466 reviews) What Can I Claim For In My Garage And Motor Vehicle Injury Claim?
As part of garage accident claims for motor repair accidents, you can include a range of damages to cover any expenses you have incurred as a result of your injury and subsequent recovery;
- General damages- this covers compensation that the judge feels adequately compensated you for the pain and suffering caused as a direct result of your injury.
- Special damages- this can cover the damage to any personal property, loss of earnings from time off work as well as emotional and psychological trauma and suffering
- Medical costs- if you have had to seek private medical treatment such as physio or counselling then you can include the costs of these in your personal injury claim
- Travel expenses- you may also be able to include to costs incurred from travelling to medical appointments or court hearings
All personal injury claims are evaluated on an individual basis and your unique circumstances will dictate what damages you can seek following a garage and motor repair accident.
Garage And Motor Repair Accident Compensation Settlements
As mentioned above, all motor vehicle repair injury compensation amounts are individual and so any compensation settlement amounts will depend on your unique circumstances. Workplace accidents in automotive repair workshops can range from minor to fatal and so each case is unique and therefore compensation amounts will vary with more severe car mechanic injuries resulting in higher settlement figures.
While we cannot give you a precise figure for how much your garage accident claims may be worth until you speak to a personal injury lawyer about your case, the below table should give you a good idea of how much certain injuries are worth and how much the compensation amounts can vary depending on severity.
| Type of injury | Compensation amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Injuries with Financial Impact | Up to £1,000,000+ | Multiple injuries with costs such as payments for medical care, travel to and from appointments and lost income |
| Quadriplegia | £396,140 to £493,000 | Also referred to as Tetraplegia, loss of function of all four limbs |
| Very Severe Brain Damage | £344,150 to £493,000 | Minimal meaningful response to environment, needing full time care. |
| Moderately Severe Brain Damage | £267,340 to £344,150 | Substantial dependence on others for care. |
| Severe Injury to neck | In the region of £181,020 | Severity of break/ ongoing pain/ permanent side effects |
| Moderate (ii) Injury to neck | £16,770 to £30,500 | Soft-tissue or wrenching-type injuries leading to the loss of movement and ongoing pain |
| Minor (i) Injury to back | £9,630 to £15,260 | Full recovery to nuisance level within 5 years. |
| Severe (ii) Injury to back | £90,510 to £107,910 | Ongoing pain/ severity of injury/ permanent side effects |
| Moderate (i) Injury to back | £33,880 to £47,320 | Severity of damage/ ongoing pain |
4.8 (466 reviews) What Are Workplace Accidents In Automotive Repair Workshops
Car mechanic injuries are unfortunately common and if you are a mechanic who has experienced a garage and motor repair accident then your employer may be liable to pay you compensation for any injury that you sustained. One of the most common workplace accident claims comes following slip, trip and fall accidents which are some of the most common in garages. With plenty of trip hazards, as well as fluids such as oil often leaking from cars or being spilled, it is up to an employer to ensure that all health and safety policies include policies for keeping floors clear of slip or trip hazards.
Other common workplace accidents in automotive repair workshops include a manual handling accident in which an employee may suffer an injury due to unsafe lifting and handling practices or insufficient training in regard to the safe manner in which to lift and carry heavy objects. Spinal injuries are common following manual handling accidents and these can take a long time to heal and cause prolonged pain.
More serious workplace accidents in automotive repair workshops may include crush injuries caused by moving vehicles or faulty lifting equipment. These types of accidents can cause life-changing injuries resulting in extended time off work and severe pain and suffering. Similarly, injury caused by faulty equipment/machinery/tools can be serious and leave lasting damage.
It is the duty of the owner of the garage or workshop to ensure that their employees have a safe environment in which to work, are adequately trained in the use of all equipment and tools, that tools and equipment are safely maintained and available and that all health and safety policies are read and adhered to. If your employer has failed in any of these duties and you have suffered a garage and motor repair accident as a result, then they may be found liable for garage accident claims.
What Duty Of Care Do Employers Owe Garage Employees
As with all other industries, garage employers owe a duty of care towards their employees and must provide a safe environment for them to work in. Daily duties should include ensuring all floors are kept clear of obstructions, holes and other slip, trip and fall hazards as well as ensuring that all spillages are cordoned off, highlighted and cleaned up as quickly as possible. If they fail to uphold this duty of care, they could be held liable for garage accident claims.
Employers in the garage and motor repair industry should pay specific attention to certain regulations pertinent to the industry:
- The Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)– this act makes it a legal requirement for employers to provide a safe working environment for all employees by carrying out risk assessments, reducing risks, providing adequate training and maintaining all machinery and tools
- The Manual Handling Operation Regulations (1992)– these regulations aim to prevent manual handling injuries during operations such as lifting and carrying and also cover things like using a wrench to remove a wheel nut
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (1998)– the aim of these regulations is to ensure that all equipment is fit for use, inspected and maintained regularly and always fit for purpose
- The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (2002)– employers should limit exposure to hazardous chemicals as much as possible and provide personal protective equipment when there is a risk of splashing or inhaling the substance
Can I Make A Compensation Claim Against My Employer?
In order to make successful garage accident claims, you must be able to prove that your garage and motor repair accident both happened at work and that the injury you sustained was caused by the negligent actions of your employer. In other words, you need to be able to show that your employer failed in their duty of care towards you as an employee and that negligence resulted in you sustaining an injury which would not have otherwise happened.
You will need to gather evidence to show that your employer did not take reasonable steps to eliminate the risk associated with your accident, whether that was a slip, trip and fall or associated with a specific piece of machinery, tool or working practice. If you can prove that your employer has broken one of the aforementioned pieces of legislation then liability is almost always established.
As long as you are within the three-year personal injury claim time limit and you can prove that your garage and motor repair accident was caused by your employer’s negligence then you should be able to file a personal injury claim against them.
Motor Vehicle Repair Slip, Trip And Fall Injuries
According to the aforementioned statistics, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) estimate that around 20% of all car mechanic injuries are caused by a slip, trip and fall accident. They are by far the most common garage and motor repair accident and are often caused when equipment is left out or trailing wires and hoses are obstructing walkways. They are also often caused by spillages, such as oil, fuel or break liquid which are spilled and consequently neither cordoned off nor cleaned up.
Slip, trip and fall accidents can result in anything ranging from minor injuries to fractures or more serious spinal injuries. These can require weeks of recovery and time off work. If you have suffered a slip, trip and fall injury at work then you should seek legal advice about whether you have grounds to make garage accident claims.
Motor Vehicle Repair Crush Injuries
Crush injuries are some of the most serious car mechanic injuries as they often have the most serious repercussions. Spinal injuries are common with crush accidents, as well as a head injury being a common crush injury. A garage and motor repair accident which results in a crush injury is often caused when faulty lifting machinery fails to support a lifted car or when employees are not trained well enough on how to manoeuvre vehicles around the garage in a safe manner.
If you or a loved one has suffered a crush injury, whatever the circumstances, why not speak to Legal Expert today to see whether garage accident claims could be made?
Motor Vehicle Repair Head Injuries
Suffering a head injury at work can have life-changing consequences and a range of effects which can last for years. A head injury can occur as the result of a slip, trip and fall or from being in a crushing accident or from a fall from height or from something hitting you. The brain is such a delicate organ and head injuries can happen from a variety of accidents but can affect the rest of your life.
Head injury garage accident claims can be complicated due to the complex nature of head injuries but Legal Expert can represent your case if you have suffered a head injury as the result of a garage and motor repair accident and get you the compensation you deserve which can help to pay the costs of any medical and care expenses that your head injury has resulted in.
Motor Vehicle Repair Spinal Injuries
Spinal injuries can take months, even years to recover from, if at all. They are often very painful and require physio and sometimes surgery. Medical and care costs can begin to spiral as well as the cost of having to take time off work. They can be caused by a fall or as the result of a crush injury.
If you have suffered spinal injuries from a garage and motor repair accident in your place of work and it was due to the negligence of your employer or the garage owner, you may be entitled to make garage accident claims with help from Legal Expert.
No Win No Fee Mechanic Injury Claims
Legal Expert operate on a no win no fee basis in order to remove and financial risk to our clients. Following a garage and motor repair accident, you will already be worrying about your recovery and any subsequent time off work and many people are put off making garage accident claims for fear of the legal bills at the end.
With no win no fee personal injury claims, if your claim is not successful then you do not have a penny to pay after the result. If your claim is successful then any legal fees are taken from your compensation amount at a rate which will be agreed upon before your case begins. This way you can rest assured that your personal injury solicitor will be working their hardest to ensure a win for you and you needn’t worry about finding a large amount of money to pay for their services if the case is not a success.
How We Can Make A Claim With Our Team
If you choose to contact Legal Expert regarding garage accident claims, one of our dedicated advisors will connect you with a member of our panel of trusted personal injury lawyers who will offer a free consultation to allow you to explain your accident and the car mechanic injuries that you have sustained.
If you decide to pursue a workplace accident claims, and our team believe that your employer has been negligent resulting in your injury, then they will help to gather evidence regarding your accident and arrange for a full medical assessment to be carried out on your injuries. They will represent your case to the best of their ability to ensure that you get the compensation that you deserve for your mechanic work injuries.
Garage Accident Claims FAQs
Please see below some answers to frequently asked questions:
Do I Have A Valid Claim?
Providing you suffered as a result of third-party negligence, you may have grounds to make a claim for compensation.
How An I Prove Negligence?
Typically, negligence can be established according to the following criteria:
- The third party in question owed you a duty of care
- That they failed to uphold
- And you suffered as a result
How Can I Prove My Suffering?
As part of evidencing your claim, you can prove your suffering through a medical assessment with an independent expert. They’ll evaluate how everything from your physical health to your quality of life has been impacted by your accident and write a report on their findings.
How Long Can I Make A Claim After An Accident?
Personal injury claims have 3-year time limits which you must make your claim within if you wish to pursue compensation.
How Can A No Win No Fee Agreement Help?
These are conditional fee agreements in the sense that clients only have to pay their lawyers on the condition that they win their case. This way, they’ll never have to pay out of pocket for the legal services they received, as they’ll only ever be charged a small percentage of their compensation as a success fee.
Do I Need A Lawyer?
Though having a lawyer isn’t a legal necessity to make a claim, having one handle your case can increase it’s chances of success and ease the claims process.
How Can Legal Expert Help?
We can manage your claim for you and pass it on to one of our specialist solicitors from our panel of personal injury lawyers. They have over 30 years of experience in the claims industry and can help get you the maximum compensation that you deserve.
Contact Legal Expert today
Our dedicated helpline is open 27/7, 7 days a week on 0800 073 8804 so call us today and speak to a member of our dedicated team who have worked alongside many other mechanics who have suffered workplace accidents in automotive repair workshops.
Alternatively, you can fill out the contact form on our website and let us know a convenient time for a member of our team to call you regarding your garage and motor repair accident.
Helpful links
Accidents within a work setting – our guide
The guide we have compiled pertaining to workplace injury can be found above.
How do personal injury cases progress?
If you’d like to know more about the process the guide above should help.
The HSE guide to the industry can be found here.
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