BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.4.8//EN TZID:Europe/London X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/London BEGIN:VEVENT UID:628@professionaliverpool.com DTSTART:20261126T120000Z DTEND:20261126T124500Z DTSTAMP:20261014T053432Z URL:http://professionaliverpool.com/events/when-accidents-become-claims-un derstanding-employer-liability/ SUMMARY:When accidents become claims: Understanding employer liability DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nWhen an employee\, visitor\, contractor\, or a pers on in your care is injured\, when does responsibility fall on the organisa tion?\n\nA workplace accident can have consequences far beyond the immedia te incident. Alongside the human impact\, organisations may face compensat ion claims\, legal costs and increased scrutiny of their processes.\n\nIn this practical webinar\, our Health &\; Safety team will explain how co urts determine liability when someone is injured at work. We'll break down the key concepts of duty of care\, breach\, causation\, damages and vicar ious liability\, translating legal principles into practical workplace gui dance.\n\nUsing real-life scenarios\, we'll explore when an organisation m ay be held responsible for an incident\, how liability can arise through t he actions of employees\, and what employers can do to reduce risk. We'll also look at the crucial role of training\, supervision\, risk assessments and record keeping when defending claims.\n\nWhile often associated with higher-risk industries\, these issues affect all sectors\, including child care\, education\, care\, hospitality and professional services. If an emp loyee\, visitor\, contractor\, service user or member of the public is inj ured\, understanding where responsibility sits is essential for both HR an d operational leaders.\n\n \;\n\nThis session will explore\n\n How ne gligence claims are established\n What vicarious liability is and when em ployers can be held vicariously liable\n Common factors that influence li ability decisions\n The wider business impact of claims\n Practical step s to reduce risk and strengthen your defence position\n\n \;\n\nWho sh ould attend?\n\nThis session is ideal for:\n\n HR professionals\n HR Man agers and Directors\n Health &\; Safety professionals\n Business owne rs\n Operations managers\n People managers responsible for workplace saf ety\n\n \;\n\nWhy attend?\n\nLearn where responsibility falls when an employee\, visitor\, contractor\, or a person in your care is injured\, he lping HR professionals understand how liability is established\, where org anisational risk arises and the steps employers can take to protect their people and their business.\n\n \;\n\nHow do I access the webinar?\n\nY ou will receive a confirmation email from eventbrite containing a link to enable access. If you have not received this prior to the event\, please c ontact marketing@afterathena.co.uk.\n\n \;\n\nReserve your place\n\nDo n’t miss this essential update - secure your place today and ensure your business is ready for the changes ahead.\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://professionaliverpool.com/wp-content/uploa ds/2026/10/HS-webinar.jpg CATEGORIES:Member Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR