Making a Compensation Claim

Making a vibration white finger claim

There are guidelines in place to protect workers using equipment which may cause vibration white finger.

It is the responsibility of your employer to ensure that training and safety equipment are provided, regular breaks are taken, you get sufficient job rotation and all equipment is regularly maintained when using vibrating power tools.

If you believe that such provisions have not been made by your employer and you have noticed the symptoms associated with vibration white finger, you should seek medical advice as well as advice from a specialist solicitor.

Time limits to making your vibration white finger claim

You must make your claim within three years of the date that you knew you had a significant problem with your hands/arms as a result of exposure to vibratory tools and so it is important that you do not delay in taking action.

Vibration white finger claims

If you are unsure whether or not you would be able to make a claim please contact us for free expert advice.

What if my company is no longer trading?

Your exposure may have occurred many years ago, and the company you worked for may no longer be trading. In 1972, employer’s liability insurance became compulsory and so all companies had to have this from this date onwards. A great deal of companies had this insurance much before this date.

It would be the employer’s liability insurers who would pay any compensation to you, and Pannone has a dedicated team of researchers, who trace employer’s liability insurers for old companies. Provided we can trace the insurer for the company you used to work for, it doesn’t matter whether that company is trading or not, you would still be able to make your claim.

What can I be compensated for?

You may be entitled to claim damages for your condition designed to compensate you for the pain and discomfort of having such a condition.

You may also be entitled to loss of earnings if your condition has prevented you from being able to work. If you are out of work because of your condition and you are experiencing a difficulty in finding alternative employment due to the limitations your condition puts on you, we may also be able to obtain compensation for you to reflect that disadvantage.

How long will my vibration white finger claim take?

We are dedicated to doing our utmost to getting the case finished as soon as possible after being instructed. Our experience in making such claims means we are able to get them settled for you in the shortest time possible.

Sometimes claims can be slowed down, for example, if we are having trouble tracing the insurers of past employers, but no effort will be spared to get the case finished as quickly as possible.

What will the vibration white finger claim cost?

We offer a free initial 'no obligation' consultation. If we are able to assist with your claim we will make sure that the claim does not cost you a penny. There are various ways to fund your claim.

• legal expenses insurance attached to an existing insurance policy - it is unusual for insurance policies such as home insurance to cover compensation claims for vibration white finger but occasionally they will cover the costs of your claim. If your existing insurance does not cover the claim, we will enter into a 'no win, no fee' agreement with you
• 'no win, no fee' agreement - the most common way these claims are funded is through a 'no win, no fee' agreement. This means that if your claim failed you would not have to pay us anything. If you win your claim your costs will be recoverable from your opponents. This means you keep 100% of the compensation awarded. We do not take a cut or a percentage of your compensation
• membership legal assistance - this may apply if you are a member of a trade union, a membership organisation or a friendly society

Making a vibration white finger claim

To arrange a free 'no obligation' discussion about making a vibration white finger claim click here or call us on 0800 0384 384.
We are available to take your call twenty four hours a day, seven days a week.