Farm & agricultural accident compensation claims

What is a farm accident?

A farm accident refers to any injury or incident that occurs on a farm, typically involving safety hazards like farm equipment, machinery, livestock, working at height or the surrounding environment. Farming is one of the most hazardous industries and accidents can range from minor injuries to life-threatening, and even fatal, events.

Many different hazards on farms can cause you to become injured. Below are some examples:

• Dangerous machinery, such as tractors and forklift trucks.
• Cattle and livestock.
• Falls from height.
• Falling objects - for example, in stores or warehouses.
• Chemicals and dangerous substances.
• Grain silos and slurry pits, which can cause drowning or asphyxiation (suffocation).
• Being exposed to high levels of noise without the proper hearing protection can also cause agricultural injuries, as can the vibration caused by farm tools.

If the cause of your accident isn't listed here, don't worry. If you've been injured in the last three years and it wasn't your fault, then there's a good chance we can help you. You can call us for free on  to find out whether we think you have a claim.

What factors contribute to the risk of farm injuries?

While some hazards on farms are inevitable, a failure to implement proper safety protocols can significantly increase the risks to workers. This could be due to:

• Lack of training
• Poor maintenance of machinery
• Inadequate barriers (fencing and gates) for livestock
• Lack of safety equipment or PPE
• Environmental conditions
• Chemical exposure
• Fatigue and long working hours
• Improper storage of hazardous materials

Your employer has a duty of care to your well-being. If you believe you've been exposed to dangerous conditions due to negligent behaviour, you could be entitled to make a claim for any farm-related accidents you've suffered.

Can I claim if I was injured by farm machinery?

Farm equipment accidents can be particularly hazardous and result in serious injuries. If you were injured because of faulty farm machinery or being made to use equipment without the proper training, you could make a farm accident compensation claim.

Our team of personal injury advisors are equipped to discuss the unique circumstances of your farm equipment accident, request a callback today.

Will I lose my job if I make a farm accident claim?

No, making a farm accidents claim in the UK will not result in job loss. The law says employers are not allowed to dismiss staff when they make a personal injury claim against the business.

Saying this, we know how hard it can be to claim against an employer you are loyal to. You might be worried about creating an added expense for your boss or hitting the business with a claim it can't afford.

Luckily, you don't need to stress about this. Employers in the UK are required to obtain the correct liability insurance for their business. If you make a claim against your employer for farm injuries, the insurance should be sufficient to cover your compensation.

What can farm accident compensation pay for?

When calculating the amount of compensation owed to you, the solicitor and legal team we connect you with will consider any impacts or financial costs to you and your family. Rest assured, they will thoroughly evaluate the full extent of how the accident has affected you and your day-to-day life.

This means your compensation could cover the expenses of:

• Time off work
• Medical treatment
• Travel costs
• Accommodation
• Care
• And any other expenses caused by your injury.

Some of the factors considered include the type of farm injuries sustained and their severity, as well as the level of negligence involved. Your solicitor and legal team will also look at the impacts the injuries have had on your life and financial hardships associated with your injuries, from medical costs to lost earnings.

If you're a farm worker and you've had to take time off work, then you're entitled to agricultural sick pay.

This means you should be paid at least the agricultural minimum wage when off work sick. Despite this, this is likely less than your normal wage, something which will be considered when making your claim.

Your compensation could also reimburse you for being unable to enjoy your usual hobbies or social activities, as well as the pain and suffering you've experienced.

What is the average payout for farm accident compensation claims?

Our panel of solicitors and legal teams consider each case on an individual basis, which means we can't tell you exactly how much you'll receive before starting your claim.

To get an initial idea, you can use our free compensation calculator to get a guideline figure of the amount you may be able to receive, based on cases similar to yours. It uses the latest Judicial College Guidelines to help determine the final figure.

How do I start a farm accident claim?

Starting a claim with us is simple. The first step is to get in touch with our team of personal injury advisors on or, if you'd prefer, you can fill in our simple online form below to request a callback.

Your call with us is free and confidential and we'll take you through the farm accident claims process step by step, so you know exactly what to expect. We'll talk with you about your experience and let you know whether we think you can make a claim.

We'll never pressure you into taking the next step - it's entirely your decision. If you do decide you'd like to go ahead, we'll connect you with one of our specialist solicitors and legal teams and can usually transfer you to them on the same call if that suits you .

What will happen when I make a farm accident claim?

Should you decide to make your farm accident claim, your solicitor will negotiate with your employer's insurers on your behalf so that you can get the full amount of compensation you deserve.

We aim to keep the process as straightforward and stress-free as possible, cutting out the legal jargon and finding the right solicitor for your case so you have one less thing to worry about.

We're with you every step of the way to offer advice, support and help you understand the finer details of your case.

How long do I have to make a claim for agricultural accidents?

In most cases, farm accident compensation claims need to have been settled within three years or for court proceedings to have been started. This tends to be the case for accident at work and personal injury claims.

Under certain circumstances, however, the three-year claim limit might be extended.

• Claiming for someone who lacks 'mental capacity': If someone lacks mental capacity to manage their own case, the three-year time limit does not apply. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis. However, if the claimant regains capacity at any point after the accident, even briefly, the standard three-year period will begin from that date. This means the claim must either be settled or court proceedings must be initiated within that timeframe.
• Claiming for someone after a farm accident death: When making a claim on behalf of a deceased loved one, you have a three-year window starting from the date of their death or from when it was established that an accident or illness caused it. During this time, either the claim must be settled or legal action should be initiated.
• Claiming on behalf of children: You can claim at any point before the child's 18th birthday. However, once they turn 18, they have until age 21 to either settle their claim or start court proceedings.

If you would like to know more about the time limits for farm injury claims or you are approaching the end of your three-year claim period, request a callback or call our friendly, knowledgeable team on  today.

Can I make a no win no fee claim?

Yes. In fact, many farm accident compensation claims are made on a no win no fee agreement. These are also known as conditional fee agreements.

When you make a no win no fee claim, you will only pay your legal fees if your case is successful, assuming you have met the terms and conditions of your agreement. This will usually be a pre-arranged percentage of your claim award with no hidden fees.

If you're eligible for a no win no fee claim, a no-upfront-cost insurance policy will be taken out before starting your claim. This policy is designed to protect you from costs and expenses during your compensation claim, like court fees, legal expenses and medical reports.

There are some circumstances in which you may not be able to make a no win no fee claim; however, if that's the case, our panel of farm accident legal experts will let you know as soon as possible so you can decide what to do next.

Why choose National Accident Helpline for your farm accident claim?

You shouldn't have to suffer at the hands of someone else's negligence. You should be able to go to work confident that you feel safe, even if there are risks associated with the job. If your employer or another party is negligent, you could be owed farm accident compensation - and we can help you pursue this. Here's why:

• We're authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, which means you can expect the utmost care and professionalism.
• We have over years_since years of experience helping people who've been injured due to someone else's negligence.
• We work with farm accident solicitors and legal teams who are registered with the Law Society in England or Wales or the Law Society of Scotland.
• We have an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot, based on thousands of positive reviews from people we've helped.