Published: 19 October, 2022
The work covers three distinction areas. Part A concerns the general principles applicable to all cases focusing on negligence, statutory duties, causation and remoteness, with an emphasis on what these principles mean in practice. Part B looks in detail at the statutory framework with special attention given to workplaces, work equipment, manual handling, working at height and construction. Part C offers practical guidance on effective case preparation and presentation, providing invaluable know-how on investigation guidelines, evidence, and practice and procedure.
This new edition has been extensively revised and rewritten to include:
The APIL Guide to Accidents at Work is essential reading for all personal injury practitioners whose practice encompasses work-based injuries.
Introduction
General Principles of Negligence
Vicarious Liability
Risk Assessment
Statutory Duty
Contributory Negligence
Accidents in the Workplace
Working at Height
Work Equipment
Work Equipment – Specific Areas
Manual Handling
Accidents on Construction
Evidence
Practice and Procedure
Appendix (incorporating advice on drafting, checklists and other materials)