Slip, Trip or Fall Accidents
You can claim compensation:
If you have been injured as a result of tripping or falling you may well be entitled to compensation.
Accidents like this can happen in the street, in shops, at work or on any other premises. The occupier of those premises has a legal duty to ensure that you are safe when you are walking on their premises and will often have an insurance policy. You can use this to claim your compensation for your injury and also any loss of earnings as a result of not being able to work.
What do You do if You Have had an Accident?
- It is very important to notice the surroundings in which your accident occured. Note the general condition of the floor (wet, dirty, worn etc.). Also note the specific condition which caused the fall so that you can describe the substance, defect, or other condition.
- Take the details of any witnesses if possible.
- Take photographs of the defect on which you fell if you can - camera phones are great for this! If you have tripped on something try and put a match box, ruler or something similar by the defect to get a perspective on how high the defect is.
- Try and measure the height of the defect.
If the Accident has Happened in a Shop or at Work
- Always report the accident to another member of staff, ideally your boss.
- Make sure the accident is reported in the accident book at work.
- Never admit the accident was your fault. Even if you think you are at fault always speak to us first.
- Seek medical help. Don't be embarrassed to go to your Doctor or even down to the hospital. You need to have your injuries recorded.
Case Study: Shopping should be Safe, not Slippery
The claimant intended to buy a spare part for a car. She walked into the showroom through the main entrance, collected and paid for the spare part. She then turned to walk back out of the showroom. She had nearly reached the main entrance again when she slipped. She jarred her back and hip as she landed and banged her elbow....
Call Freephone 0800 093 0531 or use the apply online box to make your enquiry.
Why choose Recover! Personal Injury Solicitors?
Recover! was created by like minded solicitors who are committed to providing accident victims with a fast, efficient service through the convenience of the internet.
Recover! will arrange for one of our solicitors to contact you to discuss your case and advise on the best way forward entirely free of charge. We will guarantee to deal with you in an ethical manner, using plain language. The solicitor will guide you through the claim and explain how if you win your case you will receive all of the damages awarded. Should you lose, you pay nothing.
Recover! will ensure that the lawyer appointed to your case will remain with you throughout the entire claim process.
