Worker Loses Four Fingers in Glasgow Factory Incident
At Amadele Legal Services, we are committed to helping individuals get the compensation they deserve after suffering a personal injury. One recent case highlights the importance of workplace safety and how quickly life can change due to employer negligence.
A food company was fined £360,000 following a tragic accident at their Glasgow factory, which led to the amputation of four fingers on a 39-year-old worker’s hand. The incident occurred in August 2021 when the worker attempted to unblock a machine at the Hillington factory. His fingers were severed by the rotating blades of a mixer, resulting in the amputation of all four fingers on his right hand. Since then, he has had to learn to perform all daily tasks with his left hand.
An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) revealed multiple safety regulation violations. The company failed to implement necessary safety measures, such as fixed guards to prevent access to the dangerous blades and interlocked guards that would stop the machine when the blades were rotating. These simple precautions could have prevented the devastating injury.
The company pled guilty to breaching the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations. As HSE principal inspector Hazel Dobb pointed out, "This incident could so easily have been avoided by simply carrying out correct control measures and safe working practices."
However, for the injured worker, the case did not end with just a fine imposed on the company. Thanks to the effective actions of our legal team at Amadele Legal Services, we were able to secure £700,000 in compensation for our client.
This financial compensation will allow him to cover the costs of long-term rehabilitation, adapt to living with limited mobility, and recover lost earnings. The compensation reflects not only the physical harm the worker suffered but also the emotional and psychological toll this accident has had on his everyday life.
At Amadele Legal Services, we specialize in cases where employer negligence leads to serious injuries. We are dedicated to ensuring that every injured individual receives compensation that truly reflects the losses they have endured. In this case, our determination and commitment helped our client obtain the justice he needed to begin rebuilding his life.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a workplace accident, our experienced legal team is here to guide you through every step of the claims process. Don’t wait to seek the justice and financial compensation you deserve. At Amadele Legal Services, we fight for your rights. Contact us today for a free consultation.