Slips, Trips and Falls Claims
Serious injuries can result from trips, slips, and falls. If you’ve suffered harm in this way and you think someone else’s negligence was to blame, our personal injury solicitors can help you obtain the compensation that you deserve.
Slips, Trips and Falls Compensation Claims
Although some people think that slipping on a damp floor or tripping over a loose paving stone couldn’t be that dangerous, the reality is that slips, trips, and falls can result in catastrophic injuries that can change the course of one’s life. That’s in part because they frequently catch their victims off guard, which means you’re not ready for the effect that’s going to occur.
Many people just accept the injury since they believe no one is to blame. However, we are aware that negligence is a common contributor to incidents like these.
You may be eligible to file a claim for compensation if you believe that someone else’s negligence contributed to your slip, trip, or fall injury.
Common Causes of Slip, Trips and Falls Accidents
The most frequent cause of a slip, trip, or fall claim is when you are in a public area where the property owner should have expected people to be wandering around, yet the surface you are walking on is unsafe because of negligence. Common slip, trips and falls cases that we deal with at Rees Clayton Solicitors include:
- Falls caused by raised or damaged paving slabs on public pavements and pathways
- Slipping on wet floor in shops or supermarkets caused by leaks, spillages or cleaning where wet floor warnings aren’t in place
- Falling over when exiting a lift that didn’t stop level with the floor
- Falling after tripping over a hazard that was missed by inadequate lighting
- Falling or tripping over unexpected obstacles
If you believe that any of these factors contributed to a slip, trip, or fall that left you injured in a public area, our staff could assist you in pursuing compensation.
Common Injuries from Slips, Trips and Falls
If someone else was at blame for your accident, we could assist you in making a claim for any injuries you incurred. The more frequent injuries that frequently lead to a claim include:
- Sprained ankles
- Broken or fractured bones
- Cuts and bruises
- Shoulder injuries
- Brain Injuries
- Knee Injuries
- Back injuries
What Compensation can I claim for a Slip, Trip and Fall injury?
Your solicitor will typically divide your claim for damages for a slip, trip, or fall accident into two parts to arrive at a settlement sum. The terms “general” and “special” damages refer to these components.
To compensate for the pain and suffering brought on by your injuries, general damages are sought. Any charges, fees, or losses incurred as a result of the accident are covered by special damages. Personal property damage, lost wages, and care expenses are a few examples here.
During your claim, you will need your injuries evaluated by an independent medical specialist to determine your medical prognosis. To reduce the need for travel, your solicitor can usually book the examination locally.
We’re Here to Help
If you have been injured through falling, tripping, or slipping in a public place through no fault of our own, our personal injury solicitors can help you claim compensation to help you get back on track with your life. We are here to treat people who come to us with public injuries with sympathy, professionalism, and honesty.
If you would like to determine whether you have a case contact our solicitors today who will be able to help you.