If you’ve been injured in an accident at work due to unsafe conditions, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Stephen’s story highlights how a fall from height caused life-changing injuries – and how early legal support helped him rebuild his life.

Stephen, an experienced HGV driver, suffered multiple serious injuries including a brain injury after falling from a trailer due to poor lighting.

Stephen had recently returned to work after the Christmas break and was carrying out his usual duties loading trailers.

While working on top of a trailer, poor lighting meant he could not see the edge properly. As he moved, he stepped into empty space and fell approximately 9 feet to the ground.

He recalls the moment vividly: his foot in mid-air, the trailer curtain passing him, and the ground coming towards him.

The fall resulted in multiple serious injuries, including:

• Eight broken ribs
• Injuries to his elbow and shoulder
• A significant brain injury, involving bleeding

What was the impact on his life?

The effects of the accident were severe and long-lasting.

Stephen’s recovery included:

• Around eight months before he was back on his feet
• Persistent symptoms such as severe headaches and memory problems
• A gradual and lengthy rehabilitation process

The most significant impact was on his livelihood. As a long-serving HGV driver, his ability to work was at risk.

He described the situation as extremely difficult:

“Being an HGV driver… when it’s taken away from us, it’s an awful situation to be in.”

The accident affected not only his health but also his financial stability and future security.

Stephen initially felt uncertain about whether he would be able to secure compensation.

After contacting Express Solicitors, he worked with Robert Weeden, Principal Partner, and the team, who took on his case and moved quickly to establish liability.

We:

• Investigated the unsafe working conditions, including inadequate lighting
• Secured an early admission of liability
• Arranged for medical evidence to support the seriousness of his injuries
• Obtained interim payments to support him during recovery

These early payments were crucial, allowing Stephen to begin rebuilding his life without waiting for the final settlement.

Throughout the process, he was reassured and supported at every stage.

What was the outcome?

Stephen successfully secured compensation that exceeded his expectations.

The interim payments alone made a significant difference, enabling him and his family to:

• Put down a sizeable deposit on a home
• Improve financial stability during recovery
• Regain a sense of security about the future

Stephen described the outcome as life-changing, helping to restore what had been lost following the accident.

• 0:00–0:20 — Returning to work and loading trailers
• 0:20–0:35 — Fall from height due to poor visibility
• 0:35–0:50 — Extent of injuries including brain injury
• 0:50–1:10 — Recovery and long-term symptoms
• 1:10–end — Compensation and rebuilding his life

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If you’ve suffered a serious injury at work, you may be entitled to claim compensation – particularly if unsafe conditions contributed to the accident.

Our specialist solicitors handle claims on a no win, no fee basis, giving you access to expert legal support without financial risk.

Contact us today for free, no‑obligation advice.