Pavement Injury Claims
If you have suffered an injury due to an accident on a pavement, you could be entitled to receive personal injury compensation. At InjuryClaims.co.uk, we…
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If you’ve slipped on ice and suffered an injury, contact us to find out if you can make a slip on ice claim for personal injury compensation.
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During winter, many public footpaths, pavements and car parks may become slippery and hazardous for members of the public. That is why local councils and private business owners have a duty to keep all the premises they control free of ice and snow to prevent slipping and falling accidents. Failing to do this can result in various injuries ranging from mild bruises to severe brain trauma.
If you were injured due to icy conditions outside a supermarket, on a pavement or at work, you might be eligible to make a slip on ice claim. You could recover damages for your pain and suffering, as well as the financial losses related to your accident.
To find out if you can make a personal injury claim for compensation, call 0800 470 0474 for a free case assessment or enter your details here to request a call back.
By submitting this form you agree to be contacted by our partners. Find out how we handle your data in our privacy policy. With no win no fee you typically pay 25% of your compensation if your claim is successful, but the fee can vary. Termination fees may apply if you fail to co-operate with your solicitor.
Under the Highways Act 1980, local councils have a legal duty to maintain all roads and paths they are in control of. They must ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, that these are safe for public use and not endangered by ice or snow.
Councils should monitor weather conditions and respond appropriately by salting and gritting all areas where ice may pose a significant danger, such as main roads and areas near schools, hospitals and public transport routes. Failing to do this could make your local council liable for any injury you may suffer from a fall on ice.
Likewise, owners of public places such as car parks, supermarkets, and shops must ensure that visitors are reasonably safe when using their premises. Their duties are stated by the Occupiers Liability Act 1957 and include:
The easiest way to find out if you could be entitled to compensation for your fall on ice is through a free consultation with a legal adviser. They will ask you a few questions to determine whether:
Your solicitor will prove that a duty of care existed based on the above-mentioned legislation. It is essential to remember that you can make a claim even if you are partially responsible for your injuries, as long as another party has more than 50% of the blame. In this case, you would receive a reduced compensation award to reflect your contributory negligence.
A slip and fall on ice can result in various injuries, some of which can be life-changing and result in a permanent disability. Some of the most common ones include:
You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries if they were caused by another party’s negligence in maintaining their premises.
Your employer has a legal duty to keep you safe while doing your job, as covered by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. They must take all reasonable measures to reduce or eliminate the risk of accidents, including slipping on ice at work. Their duties include:
If you fall on ice or snow at work due to your employer’s negligence, you may be able to claim compensation. Your employer cannot sack you or discipline you for taking legal action. If they retaliate, a specialist lawyer could help you make a further claim under employment law.
You will need sufficient evidence to make a compensation claim for a slip or trip on snow or ice. This evidence should prove how the accident happened and how it has affected you. The type of proof you could use includes:
If your loved one suffered an injury due to a slip on an icy pavement, you may be able to make a claim on their behalf. For this, you must apply to the court to be appointed as their litigation friend. A personal injury lawyer will help you fill in and file the necessary documents and evidence. This is needed to prove that you are fit for the role and can make fair decisions about the claim.
Once appointed as a litigation friend, you will have several responsibilities, which include:
The litigation friend process is typically used if the claimant is a child under 18 or an adult who lacks mental capacity due to one of the following:
If you win compensation for a loved one, you must typically go to court, where a judge will look at the available evidence and decide whether the compensation amount agreed is fair. Once approved, the money will usually be kept in a court bank account or a personal injury trust until the injured person becomes an adult or regains mental capacity.
Under the Limitation Act 1980, you have three years to claim compensation after a slip or fall on ice or snow. This time limit begins on the date of your accident or the date when your injuries were diagnosed, whichever comes first. Once this time expires, the court will no longer accept your case, even if it has merit.
A few exceptions apply to the standard three-year time limit:
Each personal injury compensation claim is unique, so the time it may take to settle can range from several months to several years. Your solicitor will work hard to get your compensation as soon as possible, but this will depend on several factors, such as:
As mentioned above, your case can take years to resolve, during which you may be unable to work and incur substantial financial losses. However, if the defendant admits liability or you have compelling evidence, your solicitor can secure interim payments from them for any immediate financial needs you have, such as medical bills or the cost of living.
The amount of compensation you could receive for a slip and fall on ice will depend on the circumstances of the accident, the resulting injuries and their impact on your life. The compensation claim for your injuries will consider two types of damages:
The compensation for special damages is calculated based on financial documents such as receipts and invoices, as they have a precise monetary value attached to them. General damages are based on the type and severity of your injuries and are awarded according to the guidelines from the Judicial College.
Based on our compensation calculator, you could receive up to £12,010 for mild leg injuries with recovery within several months and over £400,000 for very severe head injuries with loss of independence.
If you have a valid claim for a fall on ice, seeking compensation will not cost you anything. Your solicitor will offer you a no win no fee service, which means that:
You can also take out After the Event (ATE) insurance before starting the claims process for further peace of mind and reduced stress. This insurance policy will cover all the litigation costs if the defendant wins, including legal fees, court fees, expert witnesses and the cost of medical reports. You only pay the ATE premium if and after you receive your compensation award.
To find out if you can make a no win no fee claim following a slip on ice, call 0800 470 0474 or use our online claim form to request a call back.