For example, if your injury came about as a result of a criminal act, notify the police. Or if your injury was sustained at work report it to your employer straight away. It should be recorded in an accident book; this is your employer's legal obligation. If any accident is not recorded by your employer or reported to the Health and Safety Executive they can be prosecuted.

If your accident was a road accident, contact your insurance company to register an accident as well as the police at the time of the accident. This will help in the case of whiplash claims if you need to make one later. Whiplash claims often come about after the accident, as whiplash may not appear immediately and can affect the victim for some time after the accident.

In the case of a physical injury such as whiplash, it is important to consult a doctor at the first opportunity in order to get a professional opinion as regards your injury and to have a medical record of the occurrence. This can be especially helpful should the problem worsen over time.

Even though your injury may only be a minor injury, depending on the circumstances, you may still be able to claim a substantial amount of money as compensation. It is always advisable to record the accident with an accountable authority figure as soon as possible.

It is also important to remember that, in order for damages to be sought, an injury need not be physical. Any case that involves emotional distress can also entitle you to compensation. Cases of abuse at work whether mental or physical, are taken extremely seriously by the courts and will be treated with the sensitivity that such instances deserve.

For all of the above instances, a solicitor should be consulted to verify whether your case is eligible for compensation. Most personal injury solicitors work on a no win no fee basis and should be able to tell you at your first meeting whether you should follow a claim through. There are also many specialist claims companies that are easy to find online.

You can get in touch with your local citizens advice bureau for further information or advice. They will also be able to recommend a local solicitor that can help deal with your case. This service is confidential and is also available over email should your injury prevent you from going to your local centre for a consultation.

For a no obligation free enquiry please visit our website at http://www.1stclaims.co.uk/accident-at-work/claim.php or ring us on 0800 2888 693.