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Making a Compensation Claim for Slips and Falls |
 It is very easy to feel that if you have had a slip or a fall, that it is all your own fault and that you just should have been more careful - in fact, many people will tell you exactly that. If that slip or fall leads to a major injury which then begins to impact on your everyday life, you may wonder if you really were to blame after all.
The law states that those responsible for our roads, pathways, public buildings and other areas where the public are likely to go are also responsible for ensuring it is safe for all people. This means that if you happen to fall or slip in a public area and it was caused by a defect, a lack of lighting, poorly designed layout or incorrectly carried out roadworks, you may be able to claim compensation for your injuries. At the same time you will be highlighting the problem to those responsible, making it safer for all.
What to do
Being able to make a claim for compensation after a trip or fall requires you to take a few simple steps. You should take photos of the defect which caused your accident and witness statements from those who saw you fall. If possible you should also measure the defect as some cracks are considered small or shallow enough to not pose a risk.
You must also visit your doctor to have your injuries recorded as soon as possible after your fall. If you have bruises or cuts you should photograph these and have them documented by you doctor. All the evidence you can pull together will ensure you have a higher chance of getting the compensation you are entitled to.
Where do accidents happen?
Accidents often happen in areas which are supposed to be looked after by your council and they must adhere to a strict policy of maintenance of our roads and pathways. If they fail to do this they can be liable.
Other accidents often occur in places like office buildings and supermarkets. The supermarket or the building management company are responsible for ensuring the public areas are safe and kept that way at all times. This means they must keep floors clear of obstacles, prevent the floors from becoming wet and make it easy fro customers to move around.
One of the main things a supermarket must do is ensure that spills are cleaned up as soon as possible as this is a major cause of accidents and falls. There have been many cases of supermarkets making huge payouts to people who have slipped while doing their shopping. Even a seemingly small fall can lead to serious injuries - especially for those who are old or frail.
The weather which has hit the UK over the last few years has also led to a number of compensation claims. The council have a duty to keep pathways as clear of ice as they can and have often failed to do so. This means that if someone was to slip on ice or snow they may be able to claim for their injuries.
How to claim
The simplest way to get compensation for your injury is to contact a claims company who can help you with the process of getting the money owed to you. They will need the gathered evidence and details of your accident. From there you can allow them to do all the work while you concentrate on recovering from your injury.
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