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Dewsbury road accident claims
Vehicle accidents in Dewsbury are reasonably common. Department of Transport data reveals there were 859 road accidents in Kirklees in 2021 (651 slight accidents, 200 accidents and 8 fatal accidents). Incidents in the Dewsbury area in 2013 included road traffic collisions on the dual carriageway of the A638 and A652 crossroads and on the single carriageway of the A644 and A638 junction.
If you have been injured in a road traffic accident that was not your fault in Dewsbury, or anywhere in England or Wales, you may be entitled to claim compensation. A compensation claim could be possible if you were injured as a:
- Driver or passenger in a car
- Rider or pillion on a motorbike
- Lorry, HGV or van driver or passenger
- Public transport user (bus or taxi)
- Cyclist or e-scooter rider
- Pedestrian
Whether you have been hurt in a collision, or have been involved riding a bike, our road accident compensation claim guide explains everything you need to know about making a claim.
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Work injury claims in Dewsbury
In 2021, there were 283 non-fatal work accidents and 1 fatalities in Kirklees.
If you've suffered an injury following an accident at work, you may be able to claim financial compensation for your injuries and any costs incurred as a result of your accident.
By law, employers and site operators owe a duty of care to their staff, to visitors and contractors. Whether you sustained an injury when working as a roofer or a paramedic, our work injury claim guide explains your rights and to make a successful claim.
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How common are Dewsbury work accidents?
| Work accidents in Kirklees (HSE) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| Other | 11% |
| Electricity related | 0% |
| Machinery related injury | 4% |
| Explosion related | 0% |
| Exposed to fire | 0% |
| Harmful substance exposure (e.g. PCB - polychlorinated biphenyls) | 1% |
| Fall from height | 7% |
| Animal related | 1% |
| Lifting and handling injuries | 30% |
| Physical assault | 4% |
| Slip, trip or fall | 26% |
| Struck against | 5% |
| Struck by moving vehicle | 2% |
| Struck by object | 8% |
| Trapped by something collapsing | 0% |
Public place accident claims in Dewsbury
Owners and operators (occupiers) of publicly accessible premises have a duty of care to ensure the safety of anyone on their property.
Whether your accident happened on a footpath or when travelling on public transport, and someone else was at fault, you could be entitled to claim compensation.
If you or a family member has been injured in a public place, we can help.
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Medical negligence claims in Dewsbury
Clinical (or medical) negligence is the term used when someone sustains an injury or illness due to the carelessness of a GP or other health worker. Quittance's expert panel of injury lawyers can help you claim compensation from one of the private clinics and NHS trusts covering Dewsbury.
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Help and support for injured claimants in Dewsbury
Not ready to claim yet? Local resources for Dewsbury are available to help you understand your rights and offer free advice on your options.
Kirklees Citizens Advice and Law Centre
Units 5/6 Empire House
Wakefield Old Road
Dewsbury
West Yorkshire
WF12 8DJ
0808 278 7896
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
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Trust Headquarters and Education Centre
Pinderfields Hospital
Aberford Road
Wakefield
WF1 4DG
01924 541000