QUICK ANSWER Farm accident compensation in Scotland ranges from £2,000 for minor injuries to £150,000+ for serious machinery or livestock injuries, plus lost earnings. Farming is one of Scotland’s most dangerous industries. You have 3 years to claim under the Prescription and Limitation (Scotland) Act 1973. Scottish Claims Helpline works on a no win no fee basis — complete the short form for a free, no obligation assessment.
Injured on a Farm? You Could Be Owed Thousands.
Farming is one of the most dangerous industries in Scotland. Machinery accidents, livestock attacks, falls from height, exposure to chemicals and pesticides, and vehicle incidents on farm roads cause serious injuries and fatalities every year. Farm employers and landowners owe the same duty of care as any other employer — when they fail, you have the right to claim.
Scottish Claims Helpline handles farm accident claims across Scotland on a no win no fee basis. There is no financial risk to you.
Farm Accident Solicitors in Scotland
Farm accident claims are rarely straightforward. They are defended by specialist agricultural insurers, the injuries are often severe, and liability turns on technical evidence — whether a PTO shaft was guarded under PUWER 1998, whether a cattle crush and handling system met HSE agriculture guidance, whether a quad bike rider was trained and helmeted, whether a grain store or slurry pit had the required controls. Fatal farm accidents bring the Damages (Scotland) Act 2011 into play for the family. That is why it matters to use farm accident solicitors who know Scottish law and the farming industry. Scottish Claims Helpline connects you with a specialist Scottish solicitor who handles farm and agricultural injury claims on a no win no fee basis — you pay nothing unless the claim succeeds, and the claim is met by the farm’s insurer, not the farmer personally.
How Much Could You Receive?
| Injury Type | Typical Award |
|---|
| Minor injuries — sprains, cuts | £2,000 - £10,000 |
| Fractures from falls or livestock | £10,000 - £40,000 |
| Serious machinery injuries | £40,000 - £150,000+ |
| Amputation or crushing injuries | £80,000 - £300,000+ |
Based on Judicial College Guidelines for pain and suffering only.
That’s not all. Farm workers injured by machinery or livestock often face long recovery periods and may be unable to return to physical farming work. Additional payments cover lost earnings, retraining, private treatment and ongoing care needs.
Who Can Claim?
Any farm worker, estate worker, agricultural contractor or seasonal worker injured due to negligence can claim. This includes machinery accidents (tractors, combines, PTOs, grain augers), livestock handling injuries, falls from farm buildings or vehicles, chemical exposure, and quad bike accidents. Farm employers must comply with the same health and safety regulations as any other employer, including PUWER 1998 for machinery.
Farm Accident Claims — Frequently Asked Questions
Farm accident compensation in Scotland ranges from £2,000-£10,000 for minor injuries, £10,000-£40,000 for fractures from livestock or falls, £40,000-£150,000+ for serious machinery injuries, and £80,000-£300,000+ for amputations. Lost earnings and care costs are paid on top.
Yes. Farm accident claims are defended by agricultural insurers and turn on specialist evidence - PUWER 1998 machinery guarding, livestock handling systems, HSE agriculture guidance and, in fatal cases, the Damages (Scotland) Act 2011. Scottish Claims Helpline connects you with a specialist Scottish farm accident solicitor on a no win no fee basis, so you pay nothing unless the claim succeeds.
3 years from the date of the accident under the Prescription and Limitation (Scotland) Act 1973.
Yes. Farm employers must implement safe livestock handling systems, provide adequate training and suitable facilities. Injuries from cattle crushes, bulls and other livestock can give rise to claims.
Yes. Health and safety duties apply regardless of employment status. Seasonal workers, casual labourers and agricultural contractors are all protected.
PTO and machinery accidents are among the most serious farm injuries. Employers must ensure all PTO shafts are guarded, operators are trained and machinery is properly maintained under PUWER 1998.
No. It is unlawful for your employer to penalise you for making a legitimate injury claim. The claim is handled by their insurer.
How Do I Start My Claim?
It takes 2 minutes. Fill in our short form and one of our specialist Scottish solicitors will call you back — all completely free and with no obligation. You pay nothing unless you win.
About this page: Written by
David Gildea, Scottish Claims Helpline. Last reviewed: September 2026. Scottish Claims Helpline is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (
FRN 830381).