Employer's liability in the event of an industrial accident

Questioner

My mother had an accident at work, coffee was spilled in the hallway of the company and my mother slipped on it and broke her wrist, after a number of weeks of plaster, it turns out that my mother's wrist/hand no longer has the normal function that it had before the fracture. In consultation with the doctor at the hospital, it was decided to see if there would be an improvement in function after physiotherapy support, for this a maximum rehabilitation period of 3 months was given, if this function did not improve then an operation would be the only option to achieve some improvement. The function has not improved and the pain remains, the physiotherapist indicates that he can do little for her and has sent her back to the Orthopaedics, my mother has an appointment next Monday. Now my question is, is the company responsible, if so, what can my mother do if it comes down to the fact that my mother does not get her normal wrist/hand function back despite having an operation. She also did not speak to a medical examiner/company doctor when she reported sick; everything went through the management/company. And an internal report was made, but they did nothing about it, because my mother should have been more careful.

Lawyer

Yes, indeed! Your mother must hold her employer liable for damages suffered and yet to be suffered. Her employer will probably be insured for this and this insurer will eventually take over the negotiations on compensation. Your mother must also steer towards correct guidance by drawing up a plan of action, visiting the company doctor, etc. Incidentally, this is still separate from the claim for damages.

Lawyer

Whether the employer can be held liable successfully depends on the facts and circumstances under which this accident occurred. There are known rulings in which the judge (in the case of spilled coffee) is of the opinion that the employer is not liable. If you would like more information about your options, please contact me. I will then provide you with further information without obligation and free of charge. If the conclusion is that it makes sense to hold the employer liable, then I can take this on.

Lawyer

First of all, I would like to wish your mother a speedy and hopefully complete recovery. Most employers are insured for industrial accidents. This insurance also pays the costs of legal assistance if the employer is liable. Whether the employer is liable depends on a large number of factors. I have experience with industrial accidents. If you wish, I am happy to provide free and non-binding advice. You can contact me directly for this.