Health & Safety Solicitors
Our Health and Safety Solicitors have extensive experience in dealing with all types of health and safety law matters.
We believe in a pro-active approach and have national coverage. Our solicitors regularly advise and represent individuals, companies and trades organisations. They are recognised market leaders in health and safety law and represent people across all industries and employment sectors, including the health sector, care homes, construction, education, road and rail.
We assist in everything related to health and safety law. Get in touch today on info@blackfords.co.uk or by calling 03330 150150. Alternatively, visit our contact page here.
How Can Our Health and Safety Solicitors Help?
At Blackfords LLP, our team has vast experience and knowledge on matters relating to health and safety law. We work tirelessly to provide strategic and clear advice that is tailored to your circumstances.
The matters we can help with include:
Health & Safety Offences
In addition, or independent to any alleged criminal offences, there may also be breaches of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974.
A breach could lead to a prosecution of a company, organisation or the self-employed for failing to ensure the health and safety of employees or others affected by the work being done.
Similar prosecutions can be taken against individuals, who are directors or senior managers or anyone in a place of work who fails to take reasonable care of either themselves or other people.
It is more than clear that the health and safety act should be considered seriously.
Investigations of Health & Safety Allegations
The main regulatory bodies that can investigate and prosecute businesses and individuals under the Health & Safety at Work Act are the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), Local Authorities (LA) and Office of Road and Rail (ORR).
These bodies can, as part of the investigation process, invite organisations and/or individuals suspected of committing a health & safety offence for an interview under caution, conducted under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984.
These interviews are commonly known as a ‘PACE interview’. If this happens it is extremely important that legal advice is obtained immediately.
Pre and Post Incident Advice and Assistance
The immediate aftermath of a workplace incident or fatality is a crucial time for any organisation.
There will be a requirement to produce policies and documents to the investigators, identify relevant witnesses and deal with a range of other issues.
Often, panic and confusion can set in and that is why it is extremely important to be able to rely on lawyers with the expertise and knowledge to assist in taking control of the situation.
This includes dealing with the authorities, including the police, and advising on potentially complex issues.
By taking this advice at the earliest opportunity, our clients can avoid or lessen any potentially adverse outcome of the post-incident investigation.
Likewise, our Health and Safety Solicitors can offer advice and assistance in having the appropriate policies and procedures in place which will hopefully avoid the risk of a subsequent prosecution or enforcement action.
Training and advice can be provided to ensure that every effort is being made by a business to comply with its legal obligations and its health and safety management.
The experience within the team of providing both pre and post-incident advice and assistance comes from years of dealing with the authorities, representing and defending businesses and individuals following a workplace incident where serious injury or death occurs.
Get in touch today on info@blackfords.co.uk or by calling 03330 150150. Alternatively, visit our contact page here.
Corporate Manslaughter
A fatal accident occurring in the workplace can be an extremely difficult time for both the business and employees. This is made worse if charges are brought forward. Our solicitors specialise in providing advice and representation in these circumstances, helping to minimise the stress and protect your business.
Charges for corporate manslaughter can be incredibly serious. As such, it is vital that you contact a health and safety solicitor as soon as possible.
Health and Safety Enforcement Notice and Action
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has the power to take enforcement action when it believes a business is not complying with the law or there are serious risks. An inspector also has the authority to serve an enforcement notice to cease the work with immediate effect or change the system of work.
Our expert team can advise on enforcement notices and whether it is viable to appeal the notices. There is very strict time limit of 21 days in which to lodge an appeal and so it is essential that legal advice is obtained by a specialist solicitor as a matter of urgency.
The service of a notice can have damaging consequences on your business, and in the absence of an appeal details will be placed on a public register on the HSE website. It can also have an impact on any potential criminal investigation that may take place.
Health and Safety Fees for Intervention (FFI)
If your business has been contacted by the HSE regarding a Fee for Intervention, t is essential to seek expert legal advice. Our team can help you to challenge or manage an FFI notice and any initial challenge, known as a “query” must be made within the time limits allowed under the scheme.
A fee for intervention (FFI) is served when the HSE finds a breach of health and safety law. Your business will be asked to pay for the amount of time it took for an inspector to identify and rectify the issues.
This fee can quickly spiral into high costs for your business, so it is more important than ever to understand health and safety laws and ensure compliance.
Contact a health and safety solicitor today on info@blackfords.co.uk or by calling 03330 150150. Alternatively, visit our contact page here.
Why You Should Choose Blackfords LLP
We simply assist in everything to do with health and safety law. At Blackfords LLP, we are experts in stepping into complex and high-stakes situations to deliver results with strategy.
Specialist Expertise: With decades of experience, our solicitors have an in-depth knowledge of health and safety law. No matter is too complex.
Top-Tier Advocacy: We have a proven track record of representing both individuals and companies. Gary Rubin was noted in the Legal 500: ‘he is an excellent practitioner who carries out his work with a high degree of care and skill. He is definitely a person to have on your side in a crisis.’
Fearless Representation: Whether it’s a personal or business matter, we defend your rights robustly.
Clear, unequivocal advice: At Blackfords LLP, you always know where you stand. We tell you what you need to know so you are never left in the dark.
When it matters the most, Blackfords LLP are on your side. Contact us today on info@blackfords.co.uk or by calling 03330 150150.
