You could be eligible to claim if you have experienced a slip and fall injury at work. This guide will look at the eligibility criteria for claiming and the kinds of accidents that could entitle you to claim.
Slip and fall injury at work claims guide
Additionally, we will explore the various forms of evidence that will be useful to you when making your work injury claim and how settlements for work injuries are valued.
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), slips and trips are the most common accident at work. They can cause a range of different injuries that could impact your quality of life in a number of ways. The impact that your injuries have on your life could affect the amount of compensation you’re awarded in the event of a successful claim.
Please continue reading to learn more. You can also contact us for free and receive a consultation from our team of advisors. If they feel you have a valid claim, they could connect you with a lawyer from our panel.
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- Could I Claim For A Slip And Fall Injury At Work? – A Guide
- Examples Of A Slip And Fall Injury At Work
- Potential Evidence That Could Be Used In Slip, Trip And Fall Claims
- What Could You Receive From A Claim For An Injury At Work?
- Why Seek Trip Or Fall Compensation On A No Win No Fee Basis?
- Learn More About Claiming For A Slip And Fall Injury At Work
Could I Claim For A Slip And Fall Injury At Work? – A Guide
This guide will explain when you may be eligible to claim for a slip and fall injury at work. In order to make a successful work injury claim, you would need to show that you were harmed as a direct result of employer negligence.
You should be able to show that:
- Your employer owed you a duty of care
- There was a breach of this duty
- This breach directly resulted in you being injured
Not all accidents at work will entitle you to make claim. For example, you may have been injured in an accident caused by your own misconduct. Alternatively, you could have been involved in an accident that was not your fault, but that your employer could not have prevented, either.
Speak with our advisors today for free legal advice about the process of claiming. If your case is valid, they could provide you with a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel to work with you on your case.
Examples Of A Slip And Fall Injury At Work
As previously mentioned, every employer owes their employees a duty of care; this is set out in the Health and Safety At Work etc. Act 1974. Employers are legally required to take all reasonably practicable steps to ensure the safety of their employees in the workplace.
Examples of how you could sustain a slip and fall injury at work include:
- Slipping on a wet floor that was not signposted within a reasonable amount of time
- Falling off a ladder because it was faulty
- Tripping and falling from a height due to a lack of badly maintained scaffolding and injuring yourself from the fall
It is not enough that you are involved in an accident at work in order to claim; you also need to show that you were injured as a direct result. In some cases, you could claim compensation if you suffered from a pre-existing condition that was exacerbated or accelerated by an accident caused by negligence.
For free legal advice about claiming compensation for harm caused by employer negligence, speak with a member of our team today.
Potential Evidence That Could Be Used In Slip, Trip And Fall Claims
If you suffer an accident at work, you might wonder what steps you need to take. After receiving the medical care you require, you should begin to gather any forms of evidence that would help to illustrate the role of your employer’s negligence in your injuries.
Potential evidence that you could use in your slip and fall injury at work claim could be:
- CCTV footage showing how the accident occurred.
- Copies of medical records.
- A diary of your symptoms to show how you were affected by your injuries.
One of the accident at work solicitors from our panel can assist you in acquiring evidence. They can also use their experience and expertise to make sure that all aspects of your claim are covered.
After sustaining an injury at work, the time limit is something to be aware of. The Limitation Act 1980 states that claimants generally have three years from the date of the accident or the date they became aware of employer negligence in which to start a claim.
There are some exceptions to this, however. For example, if they are under 18 when the accident happens, then the time limit is suspended while they’re unable to pursue their own claim. During this time, a litigation friend can claim for them. If no claim has been made by the time they turn 18, the injured party has 3 years in which to claim compensation.
For information on more of the exceptions that can apply to these time limits, speak with an advisor today.
What Could You Receive From A Claim For An Injury At Work?
If you make a successful claim for a slip and fall injury at work, the compensation you’re awarded might be made up of different kinds of damages. General damages are the head of claim that accounts for the pain and suffering you have experienced as a result of your injuries.
The Judicial College guidelines offer a set of compensation brackets which are useful for solicitors when assigning values to injuries. Alternatively, you could use our injury at work claim calculator. These figures should only be used as guidance, as the amount you receive may depend on a number of different factors.
| Injury | Severity | Notes | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Injuries | (a) (i) Severe | Damage to the spinal cord and nerve roots. Incomplete paralysis, impaired bladder, and sexual function. | £91,090 to £160,980 |
| Foot Injuries | (d) Severe | Fractures of both feet with limited mobility and significant pain. Severe injury to one foot. Degloving, osteoporosis. | £41,970 to £70,030 |
| Foot Injuries | (e) Serious | Persistent pain, traumatic arthritis, or risk of fusion surgery. | £24,990 to £39,200 |
| Ankle Injuries | (a) Very Severe | Transmalleolar fracture with significant damage to soft tissue. Deformity and future vulnerability to surgery or arthrodesis. | £50,060 to £69,700 |
| Ankle Injuries | (c) Moderate | Fractures/tears to ligaments make walking difficult. Irritation from metal plates and residual scarring. | £13,740 to £26,590 |
| Knee Injuries | (a) (iii) Severe | Continuing symptoms and constant pain /discomfort. Limited movement with risks of remedial surgery. | £26,190 to £43,460 |
| Knee Injuries | (b) (i) Moderate | Dislocation or torn cartilage. Minor instability and future disability. | £14,840 to £26,190 |
| Elbow Injuries | (b) Less Severe | Function is impaired but disability and surgery are not major. | £15,650 to £32,010 |
| Leg Injuries | (c) (i) Less Serious | Fractures with an incomplete recovery or serious soft tissue injuries. Metal implant, sensory loss, or impaired mobility. | £17,960 to £27,760 |
| Wrist Injuries | (c) Less Severe | Some permanent disability and persistent pain. | £12,590 to £24,500 |
Special Damages Compensation In A Workplace Accident Claim
You may be eligible to claim special damages for your slip and fall injury at work. These damages aim to restore you to the financial position you were in prior to your injuries. This compensation relates to the monetary losses that you incur as a result of your accident.
These types of losses can include:
- Loss of earnings
- Transportation costs
- Medication and care costs
When claiming for these types of damages, evidence will greatly benefit the possibility of your success. Proof of these losses could be:
- Bank statements or payslips to show an impact on earnings
- Bus or train tickets for travelling to relevant appointments
- Proof of purchases of medication to cope and any professional care that was required and paid for
A solicitor can help you to ensure that all aspects of your claim are covered. They can also advise you on what damages you could be entitled to and the proof you could provide in support of it.
Why Seek Trip Or Fall Compensation On A No Win No Fee Basis?
When making a claim for your accident at work, a No Win No Fee agreement may be something of interest. A workplace injury solicitor may offer you a Conditional Fee Agreement, usually meaning that if your claim is unsuccessful, you will not be required to pay for your solicitor’s services, which is a notable benefit.
In the event of a successful claim, your solicitor is likely to take a deduction from your awards, referred to as a success fee. However, this is capped by law, so you will not be overcharged.
Contact Us For Free 24/7 To Learn If You Could Make A Workplace Accident Claim
You can contact us for free to receive a consultation from our team of advisors, available to answer any queries you may have. Our panel of experienced solicitors are willing to help you with the process of your work injury claim.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us in the following ways:
- Call us on 0800 073 8805
- Chat with us using our Live Chat feature
- Start your claim by completing our online form
Learn More About Claiming For A Slip And Fall Injury At Work
Thank you for reading our guide on what you can do in the event that you suffer a slip and fall injury at work. If you found our information useful, you can explore more of our guides through the links below:
- How Much Could I Get For A Back Injury At Work?
- How To Claim Compensation For A Concussion At Work
- When Can I Claim For Stress At Work
Alternatively, if you would like information from external resources, we have linked some that may be of interest below:
- The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013
- Safe Use Of Ladders and Stepladders
- Personal Protective Equipment
Writer Emily Moon
Publisher Fern Strauss