Health and safety

Practical health and safety legal advice to manage risk, respond to incidents and defend enforcement action.
We're proactive

We don’t just look after you, we look out for you.  That means we bring you insights, advice and keep you up to date on all kinds of legal matters so you can keep ahead.

We’re expert-led

We match a member of the team with the right expertise to every client, who will invest time getting to know you, who will look after your interests and ensure you have access to the whole firm when you need it.

We talk your language

The legal and financial matters might be complex, but we aim to keep things straightforward and explain everything in terms that are relevant to you.

Overview

Protect your people and your business with clear health and safety advice

When an incident happens, you need fast, decisive support

A serious accident can stop your operations overnight. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) may attend without notice meaning documents are seized and employees are interviewed under caution. Directors face personal exposure. You need clear, practical advice straight away so we will act quickly to protect your legal position, guide you through interviews and manage contact with the regulator.

Staying compliant in a complex regulatory landscape

Health and safety law is detailed and constantly evolving. From risk assessments and safe systems of work to contractor management and reporting duties under RIDDOR, the obligations can feel relentless. We work with you to review your current arrangements, identify gaps and strengthen compliance. Our advice is practical and tailored to your sector, so you can reduce risk without slowing your business down.

Managing investigations and prosecutions

If you are under investigation or facing prosecution, the stakes are high. Fines are linked to turnover and publicity can damage trust and reputability. In some cases, imprisonment is a real risk for individuals. We will build a robust defence strategy, challenge the evidence where appropriate and present strong mitigation. If a guilty plea is the right course, we will position your case to achieve the best possible outcome.

Protecting directors and senior managers

Health and safety liability does not stop with the organisation. Directors and senior leaders can be prosecuted as individuals. We advise boards on governance, reporting lines and personal exposure. Our aim is to give you clarity about your responsibilities and the confidence that your systems stand up to scrutiny.

 

Tees Law boasts a team of solicitors with deep expertise in various legal fields. This multi-disciplinary approach allows the firm to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to client needs.

Our expertise

Our health and safety solicitors advise on:

  • HSE investigations and interviews under caution
  • Defence of health and safety prosecutions in the Magistrates’ and Crown Courts
  • Corporate manslaughter investigations and inquests
  • Advice on RIDDOR reporting and statutory notifications
  • Drafting and reviewing health and safety policies and procedures
  • Board-level advice on directors’ duties and personal liability
  • Fee for Intervention (FFI) challenges
  • Crisis management and reputational risk strategy

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Legal and financial advice

Our multi-disciplinary team can help you with all aspects of buying and selling a business.

We have experienced lawyers with deep sector knowledge who can advise on Real Estate acquisitions and disposals.

At Tees, we have our own in-house independent financial advisers who can help you to maximise profits from your business disposal, look at all pension issues and help you invest for the security of your future.

Our experience in CQC enforcement legal advice

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Frequently asked questions

Health and safety FAQs

Contact us immediately. We will guide you on document production, staff interviews and protecting legal privilege.

Yes. In certain circumstances, directors and senior managers can face individual charges. Early advice is essential.

Courts consider culpability, harm risked and turnover. Large organisations face significantly higher penalties.

No, but certain incidents must be reported under RIDDOR. We can advise on your reporting duties.