Slip Trip and Fall Claims
Compensation Claims for Slips, Trips, and Falls
Are you looking to make a slip, trip and fall claim? Whether you’ve slipped on an unmarked wet floor in the workplace or fallen over an obstruction in a supermarket, if your injury is due to someone else’s negligence, you could be entitled to financial compensation.
As one of the most common injuries in the UK, it’s no surprise that slips, trips, and falls are among the most frequent claims we see here at Tylers Solicitors. We have years of experience in supporting claimants in getting the maximum compensation they deserve for their slip, trip, or fall injury. We’re here for you, whether you’ve suffered long term mobility issues or made a full recovery.
Read on to learn more about slip trip and fall claims, including possible compensation amounts. You can also contact our helpful team via our online contact form or call on 0800 699 0079 to speak with a dedicated slip and fall solicitor.
What are the most common causes of slips, trips, and falls?
In 2022-2023, 561,000 employees sustained a non-fatal injury in the workplace, and 32% of those were slips and trips. Falls from a height accounted for another 8%.
However, slips, trips, and falls aren’t limited to the workplace. This type of injury can happen anywhere, indoors or outside — and you may still be eligible for compensation.
The cause of a slip, trip, or fall can vary depending on the location and circumstances, but those that warrant a claim often occur due to:
- Faulty, damaged, or uneven paving or flooring
- Poor lighting
- Trailing wires
- Unsecured floor coverings
- Blocked walkways
- Wet floors without a warning sign
- Spillages (such as grease or oil)
- Broken stair bannisters
What about falls occurring from a height? Those in industries such as window cleaning, construction, or shelf stacking tend to be at higher risk, and personal injuries can happen when employers don’t provide the right safety gear or training. If you’ve experienced this type of fall, you may be able to claim compensation.
What injuries are often associated with slips, trips, and falls?
As with any accident, a slip, trip, or fall can lead to a range of injuries depending on the circumstances.
Having said this, bone injuries, ankle injuries and back injuries are most commonly associated with slip, trip and fall accidents. This is because they involve the body falling to the ground with impact — either from a height or from standing.
As every case is different, claimants will suffer many different injuries and combinations of injuries and to very different degrees of severity.
A very small proportion of slip, trip, and fall injuries are considered ‘extremely serious’. This category covers injuries that cause a medium to long-term loss of mobility, brain damage and even fatalities.
How much can I claim for a slip, trip and fall?
When can I claim compensation for a slip, trip, or fall?
In a nutshell, if somebody else was to blame for your slip, trip, or fall injury, you could be eligible for compensation.
If I fall at work, can I claim against my employer?
If your slip, trip, or fall accident happened while you were at work, the responsible party may be your employer, in which case you can make an accident at work claim.
Ultimately, your employer is responsible for ensuring you are safe at work, that the workplace complies with current health and safety legislation, and that you have the correct training.
As such, they should do things such as signposting wet floors, gathering electrical cables safely, and making sure that all walkways are clear, free of obstructions, and well-lit.
If employers fail to fulfil basic obligations such as these, they could be liable to pay damages to any employees who suffer injuries in trip, slip, and fall accidents at work.
Slip and fall claims outside of the workplace
Outside of the workplace, the person liable for your slip, trip, and fall claim may be your local council, the landowner, or the proprietor of a business or venue.
To go ahead with claiming compensation for a slip, trip, or fall, you’ll need to meet some essential criteria:
- You must be able to prove that the responsible party is liable — for instance, providing evidence that there was no wet floor sign next to a spillage.
- You must make your claim within three years of the accident (there are exceptions if you are under 18 or claiming on behalf of someone else who does not have the capacity to.)
- You must prove that the accident led to significant injury, loss, or distress to warrant compensation.
Steps to Take to Support Slip Trip and Fall Claims
After experiencing a slip, trip, or fall, knowing how to claim compensation can seem confusing.
To help make the claims process smoother, we suggest taking the following actions to give yourself the best chance of a successful personal injury claim.
1. Document your accident
The first thing to do is report your accident to someone and get it documented. In the workplace or on business premises, it should always be included in the accident book. If the accident occurs in an outdoor public place, report your accident to the local council as soon as possible.
2. Take photos of the area and gather witness statements
It is also important to take photos of the area and, if possible, get statements or names and addresses of witnesses who saw your accident.
3. Get medical treatment
You should then ensure you get medical treatment for your injuries — however minor they may seem. Quite often, what seems like a minor injury can worsen over time and cause serious problems down the line. If you don’t record your injuries at the time, it may adversely affect your slip, trip, and fall claim for compensation.
4. Contact a personal injury solicitor
To get the maximum slip and fall compensation amount, employ the services of a personal injury solicitor. Here at Tylers, our experienced team has a wealth of experience in pursuing successful slip, trip and fall claims. Our personal injury lawyers will help you navigate the claims process while ensuring you have the best chance of receiving the compensation your injuries warrant.
Why Choose Tylers Solicitors for Slip, Trip and Fall Claims?
At Tyler’s Solicitors, we understand that compensation can’t turn back the clock and make things how they were before the accident. It can, however, go towards helping you get justice and can mitigate any financial losses due to your accident.
We have many years of combined experience dealing with nationwide claims for injuries sustained in slips, trips and falls accidents. So whether you’re claiming for a fall at work, a slip in a park, or a trip to a business premises, our expert team of solicitors will do everything they can to help you claim the compensation that is rightfully yours.
While we’re based in Manchester, we offer our services to claimants across the UK. We also operate on a no-win, no-fee basis, so you can feel confident in your compensation claim — you won’t pay a penny unless your claim is successful. We’ll recover our fee from your eventual slip, trip, or fall compensation settlement.
To get started on your slip, trip, or fall claim, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via our online contact form or call us on 0800 699 0079.
Trip, slip and fall compensation amounts
How much can you claim for a fall, slip, or trip?
This is a question we hear a lot. However, it’s challenging to put an exact figure together because so many factors impact a slip, trip, or fall injury and subsequent claim amount.
As a rule of thumb, the more serious your injuries, the more compensation you may be able to claim.
Our simple slips, trips, and falls compensation calculator offers some insights into the common trip, slip, and fall compensation amounts in the UK.
For a more detailed estimate, we recommend speaking with a dedicated slip and fall solicitor.
Need more information? Don’t worry, one of our professional claims solicitors will advise you along the way
Contact us on 0800 699 0079 or via our online contact form to start your claim today!
Minor slip, trip, or fall compensation amounts
If your slip, trip, or fall caused a minor injury with a relatively short recovery time (for example, bruising, minor cuts, and soft tissue injuries), you may still be eligible for compensation if the accident wasn’t your fault
You may be able to claim up to £2,990 for injuries that you recover from within three months.
Slip, trip, or fall compensation for moderate injuries
Moderate slip, trip, and fall injuries often require physiotherapy and can take a year or more to recover from.
If your injuries include leg dislocation, foot fractures, ligament damage, or similar moderate issues, you may be able to claim up to £31,960.
Slip, trip, or fall compensation for moderate neck and back injuries
If you’ve suffered a slip, trip, or fall and end up with a neck or back injury that consistently impacts your daily life, you may be entitled to up to £47,320 in compensation.
Slip, trip, or fall compensation for head injuries
If your injury involves head or neck damage and affects your movement or causes chronic pain, you may be able to claim from £30,000 to £130,000.
Slip, trip, or fall compensation for catastrophic injuries
If you’re unfortunate enough to experience life-changing disabilities due to your slip, trip or fall accident, you may be entitled to up to a high amount of compensation. If paralysis or brain damage occurs as a result, you could claim up to £493,000.
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Slip, trip, and fall compensation FAQs
How long do I have to claim compensation for a fall?
As with any kind of personal injury, you have up to three years to make a claim. So long as your initial claim is filed within this three-year period, you should still be entitled to compensation.
Is there an average amount of slip, trip, and fall compensation?
Unfortunately not — it is tricky to provide an average amount for slip, trip or fall compensation. This is because so many factors contribute to your claim. As with any personal injury, our solicitors will evaluate the severity of your injury, how much pain and suffering it has caused, and how it has affected your everyday life. We will also take any current or future economic repercussions into account.
What is the average cost to UK employers from slip, trip, and fall accidents each year?
According to RoSPA, slips, trips, and falls are the most common workplace injury in the UK. They cause 40% of workplace injuries, and employers pay over £500 million in slip and trip compensation every year.
Do Tylers Solicitors provide no win, no fee slip, trip, and fall claims?
Yes, we operate on a no win, no fee basis. This means you only pay us for our services if you win your compensation.
How much compensation will I get for slipping on a wet floor in the UK?
As we’ve explored, it’s very difficult to provide an exact amount. However, you can take a look at our slips, trips, and falls compensation calculator above to get an idea of your potential claim amount depending on the severity of your injuries.
How much compensation will I get for slipping on a wet floor in the UK?
Yes, if you slip, trip, or fall on a public pavement, you may be able to claim compensation from your local council. Councils have a duty of care to protect pedestrians and other pavement users. If they breach this by not removing hazards or repairing dangerous damage, they may be liable for trip and fall claims.
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For any Personal Injury Claims, call Tylers Solicitors today – the leading personal injury solicitors in Manchester providing no-win, no-fee legal services across the UK. 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!