Agriculture consistently has one of the highest workplace injury and fatality rates of any UK industry, which makes proper safety management particularly important, not less so because of how the work is traditionally done. Employers and farm owners have the same fundamental duty of care as any other business: safe equipment, proper training and safe systems of work.
Whether you're an employed farm worker, a family member working the farm, or a contractor, it's worth getting your specific position checked rather than assuming farm work sits outside normal employment protections.
What kinds of farm accident claim do we handle?
Machinery injuries
Including tractors, balers and other agricultural equipment.
Livestock-related injuries
Including being struck, trampled or crushed.
Falls from height
Including from barns, silos and grain stores.
Vehicle and quad bike accidents
Including overturns on slopes and uneven ground.
Chemical and pesticide exposure injuries
Where handling, storage or protective equipment fell short.
What if I was partly at fault?
Partial responsibility reduces compensation proportionally rather than removing the claim, and this applies whether you're employed, a family member, or a contractor on the farm.
What you could receive
Farm accident claims cover general damages for the injury and its effect on your life, and special damages for financial losses, including lost earnings, which can be significant given the physical nature of farm work.
We'll talk you through what's realistic for your situation once we've reviewed the details. We won't overpromise, and we won't quote a figure before we've properly understood your case.