Ice Skating Injury Claim

If you’ve suffered an ice skating injury through no fault of your own, you may be able to to make an ice skating injury claim. Our team of legal experts are here to guide you through the process and ensure you get the maximum compensation you deserve following your ice skating accident.

Compensation for ice skating accidents

Ice skating can be a fun pastime for all ages, and with the popularity of Dancing on Ice and other TV shows, more and more people across the UK are getting their skates on and heading to the rink.

However, while ice skating is an enjoyable sport, it’s not without its hazards. Even professional ice skaters can suffer serious injuries from time to time.

An ice skating injury can cause suffering and could potentially lead to serious, long term disabilities or health conditions. If you’ve been involved in an ice skating accident due to someone else’s negligence, you could be eligible for compensation.

The team at Tylers Solicitors is on hand to help you make your ice skating injury claim. Our experienced personal injury claims solicitors will support you every step of the way. Learn more about ice skating accident claims, and feel free to get in touch on 0800 699 0079 to discuss your case.

How common are injuries related to ice skating?

The nature of an ice skating rink means that slips are very common, especially for those new to skating.

Whether at a permanent ice skating facility or a temporary rink (popular around Christmas) hundreds of people every week suffer bruises due to falling over on the ice. Few of these injuries ever develop into serious medical conditions or concerns.

What are the most common ice skating injuries?

Injuries from ice skating can come in many forms. In our time processing ice skating accident claims, we’ve found that the most common injuries include:

Bruising and soft tissue damage: Caused by slips and falls on the hard ice.
Hip or tailbone injuries: Falling onto your hip or backside can potentially cause fractures, including a fractured coccyx (tailbone).
Ankle injuries: the design of ice skates means your ankles can’t move as they should and can be placed under undue stress if you slip, trip, or fall. You might experience twists, sprains, or potentially a broken ankle.
Skin abrasions: These injuries can happen when your skin comes in contact with the ice — sliding along can cause friction burns or abrasions.
Cuts and lacerations: Ice skate blades are very sharp. If you pick up your skates by the blade or another person’s skate contacts you during a fall, you could end up with potentially serious cuts. In the most severe cases, you could lose fingers if another person skates over your hands on the ice.

How much can I claim?

How do ice skating injuries happen?

In most cases, ice skating injuries are simply due to being unable to skate. If you’re new to skating or simply lose your balance, it’s easy to slip or fall.

However, other factors can also be at fault, such as:

Dangerous or careless behaviour from other ice skaters — for example, pushing people, barging past others, or tripping people up
Improperly secured or damaged ice skates
A lack of suitable skates or other essential equipment
Poorly-maintained and uneven ice
Improper training
Poor venue management or supervision, especially at peak times

Can I make an ice skating accident claim?

If you’ve been unfortunate enough to suffer any kind of serious ice skating injury, you may be wondering whether you’re entitled to compensation.

There are a few key factors that come into this:

You must be able to prove that the accident was not your fault.
You must be able to prove that the accident was caused by another person’s negligence — that could be the ice skating venue, staff, or another participant on the rink.
You must be able to show that the injury has had a significant impact on your health and well-being.

How do I make an ice skating injury compensation claim?

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team at Tylers Solicitors today on 0800 699 0079 if you believe you have a valid ice skating injury claim. We’ll be able to assess your situation and work with you to get the compensation you deserve.

We’ll start with an initial consultation to discuss your case and see if you have a valid claim.
We’ll help you gather all the evidence and information you need to provide your case, including:
- Medical records
- Photos, videos, or CCTV footage of the accident
- Contact details for witnesses who can verify your accident account
- Evidence of financial expense caused by your ice skating accident (for example, if you’ve had to take time off work, had to travel to medical appointments, or adapt your home to cater for your injuries)
We’ll process your claim for you, handling all the legal work.
You’ll only pay us if your claim is successful!

Whatever kind of ice skating injury compensation claim you’re looking to make, we are here to help. Reach our experienced team directly by calling us on 0800 699 0079 or fill out our simple online contact form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Why choose Tylers Solicitors for help with your ice skate accident claim?

The team at Tylers Solicitors will always strive to get you the maximum compensation amount possible for the injuries you have suffered from ice skating. We’ll consider any loss of earnings and medical costs incurred and guide you through the process.

The solicitor-client relationship is extremely important to us and we believe that communication is the key to a successful compensation claim.

We also work on a no-win, no-fee basis, meaning you only pay our fee if your claim is successful — we’ll take it from your compensation award. That means there’s no need to worry about upfront legal costs.

Ice Skating Injury Compensation Amounts

As with any personal injury, the compensation amount you’ll receive for an ice skating accident — be it a fall, slip, laceration, or head injury — will depend on the severity. You’ll generally receive more compensation for serious, long-lasting injuries.

To get a clearer idea of what you may be eligible for, we recommend speaking with one of our experienced solicitors. However, we’ve also put some figures together in our compensation calculator below to provide general guidance.

Compensation for ice skating ankle injuries

Ice skates limit your ankle mobility, meaning twists, sprains, and fractures are common. You could be eligible for up to £16,770 for a less serious ankle sprain or up to £85,070 for the most severe ankle injuries.

Compensation for finger injuries caused by ice skating

If you suffer damage to one or more of your fingers through an ice skating accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be able to claim compensation. The award could be up to £5,800 for minor injuries, such as hairline fractures, or up to £44,840 for severe fractures that could lead to amputation.

Compensation for ice skating head injuries

If you are unfortunate enough to suffer any head injuries, including serious cases such as brain damage, you could be able to claim compensation. This may range from £2,690 to £493,000, depending on the severity.

Compensation for shoulder and back injuries caused by ice skating

Slipping or falling while ice skating can lead to limited mobility, chronic pain, and more. A minor shoulder injury that you recover from within a few months to a year may warrant up to £9,630 in compensation, while a very severe back injury could leave you eligible for up to £196,450.

Ice Skating Claim FAQs

Can a wrongful death ever occur as part of an ice skating injury?

It is possible for ice skating accidents to lead to a wrongful death. As with any slips, trips or falls, it all depends on the way you land. Head injuries are a common cause of death when ice skating.

If you have lost a loved one due to a tragic ice skating accident, please contact us for support with a wrongful death claim.

How long do I have to make my ice skating accident compensation claim?

You typically have three years from the date of your injury to start a compensation claim. However, there are exceptions for children and those who are unable to claim on their own. Please get in touch for more guidance.

Can you get whiplash from ice skating?

Yes, it’s possible to experience whiplash when ice skating. Whiplash is caused by a sudden jerk of the head and neck, and can happen when spinning or moving quickly on ice skates. Find out how much whiplash compensation you could be entitled to if you’ve suffered an injury that wasn’t your fault.

Where can I find more information on ice skating injury compensation claims in the UK?

We recommend contacting an experienced personal injury solicitor to discuss any ice skating compensation claims, so please don’t hesitate to contact our team of legal experts. You can also look at the Ice Rink Managers Association and National Occupational Standards: Maintain the Safety of the Ice Rink Environment for details on ice rink safety measures.

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For any Sports Injury Claims, call Tylers Solicitors today, a leading UK provider of no-win, no-fee legal services. Our experienced team will work with you to get the maximum amount of compensation you’re entitled to, following any kind of injury that isn’t your fault!