Yes, you can claim compensation if your injury occurred due to your employer’s fault — for example, due to a failure to ensure safe working conditions.
The amount is not fixed and depends on many factors: the nature of the injury, recovery time, impact on daily life and incurred expenses. Compensation consists of two parts:
Compensation for the injury itself — pain, suffering and loss of amenity. The amount is based on medical reports and official judicial guidelines. The more serious the injury and longer the recovery, the higher the amount.
Compensation for direct financial losses, including:
- Loss of income (including future loss);
- Medical, rehabilitation, and medication expenses;
- Travel costs to medical facilities;
- Cost of care (by relatives or hired carers);
- Expenses for adapting your home or transport to your needs.
