A slip, trip and fall personal injury claim is when you seek compensation following an accident that was not your fault. 

A slip, trip or fall can occur due to a number of factors, in a number of different places. What is important to remember is that you will have the right to make a claim as long as the accident was not your fault. 

If you have any further questions regarding your slip, trip or fall claim, feel free to talk to an O’Brien & Company solicitor about your query. 

A slip, trip or fall can occur at any time, in any kind of setting. However, there are some claims that are common in this regard. 

Some examples of common claims for slip, trip and falls include:

When in a store, restaurant or any other public area, it is the responsibility of whoever is liable for the space to clearly outline hazards and remove them as soon as possible. 

One common hazard that may be in these spaces is a wet floor. Walking on a wet floor could lead to a slip, which could have damaging consequences. 

Fractures, broken bones and muscle injuries are just some of the potential results of a slip due to a wet floor. 

If you have been the victim of a slip due to a wet floor, be sure to talk to a personal injury solicitor.

Wires and cables on the floor can easily cause a member of the public to trip. This can occur in a business, workplace or even at a concert. 

Trips of this manner can be very dangerous and could lead to serious injury. If you have experienced this, be sure to make a claim as soon as possible.

Any obstacle in an unexpected and dangerous position could lead to a trip. This can include boxes, equipment and other general items. 

If you have tripped over an item that was in the wrong place, causing a hazardous obstacle, you have the right to make a claim.

When in a private business or in public spaces, you may encounter an uneven or broken pavement. Tripping due to this could lead to significant injuries and personal damage. 

If you have tripped over a broken pavement, be sure to get in contact with a member of our legal team.

In a workplace, it is important that you are adequately trained for any responsibilities or tasks belonging to you. 

If you are asked to use a ladder in the workplace and either you have not been trained to do so, or the ladder is unstable, you may fall. In this instance, you will have a right to make a slip, trip and fall accident claim for your damages.

A slip, trip or fall can occur in a number of different settings. Some of the most common places for a slip trip and fall include the workplace and public places.

The compensation that you receive for a successful slip, trip and fall claim can vary based on a number of different factors. For a more accurate estimation, talk to your solicitor about your situation. 

Compensation for slip, trip and fall claims are split into two categories, general damages and specific damages.

The liable party for your slip, trip or fall will depend on your own situation and circumstance. 

If you experience a personal injury in your workplace, your employer will be the responsible party. 

If you experience a personal injury in a public place, the person responsible for that space will be considered liable. 

Should you have any further questions regarding who is liable for your accident, be sure to talk to your solicitor.

You can make a claim for personal injury by following these steps: 

In Ireland, you have a period of two years following the identification of your sustained injury. However, it is best to act as quickly as you can when it comes to personal injuries. 

Acting quickly makes it easier to obtain evidence and recall details, giving you a better chance of success.

No one should ever have to experience a slip, trip or fall due to the negligence of another person. This is why it is so important to make a claim if you have been the victim of this situation. 

Our team is here to help you, so don’t hesitate to get in contact today about your accident.