Every year hundreds of people are injured by fireworks, both at private functions and at large scale displays. The most recent statistics show that in the period surrounding bonfire night there were 990 people injured by firework accidents.

Fireworks burn at incredible temperatures, a sparkler for example burns at 2000°C. As such, burns are the most common type of injury. However, fireworks can also cause scarring, blindness and can even prove to be fatal.

Am I able to claim compensation?

If you have had a fireworks accident that was not your fault you can make a no win no fee claim for compensation. Firework injuries happen in a wide variety of places, for a number of different reasons. Claims can be brought against

An organisation or group

• Such as where the accident happens at a council display or an organised display

An individual

• For example, injures can occur due to the negligence of someone at a private party, or because of an accident in the street

The manufacturer or seller

• In cases where the accident was caused by a faulty firework that fell below the BS 7114 safety standard

What can I claim for?

You can claim compensation for the pain and suffering caused by your injuries and for the effect those injuries have on your day to day life

You can claim for financial loss such as loss of earnings, medical expenses and may also be able to claim compensation for the time a friend or family member has spent looking after you following the accident.

What should I do?

• Consult your GP/Hospital to have your injuries treated

• Obtain contact details of any witnesses

• Take photographs of the injury

Contact our team of expert accident lawyers now.  We can then offer you free impartial advice about what to do next.  The sooner you contact us the better, as there are time limits as to when a claim has to be made, and investigating an accident at work claim is easier when the process is started quickly.