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Slip and Trip Accidents on Road and in Workplace

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Talking about the complex cases, we cannot ignore slip and trip accidents. Dealing with the same might be pretty difficult job to do. Even though, it seems to be a minor accident, yet its effect can be detrimental on the victim. The possibility of suffering whiplashes is high in this case. The toughest part is entrusting the blame upon someone, especially when it has occurred due to traffic accident or work accident. Thus, it is very essential to appoint an expert solicitor who has been dealing with slip or trip claims over the years. Before levying the blame on someone, it is very important to consult your appointed solicitors.

Slip and Trip in Workplaces

When working, the employee might suddenly slip on the work floors due to spillage of liquids. Or else haphazardly placed wires and broken tiles on the staircase might cause tripping accidents. In all these instances, the employer of the company is not directly responsible. It is the sweeper who hasn’t cleaned the floor properly and the electrician who has left the wires in haphazard state. Even then, the amount is to be claimed from the business’s authority. This is probably because, it is his failure that he was unable to manage the workers and see whether they are working properly or not. Moreover, it is the duty of the employer to look after the safety of his employees and if he is unable to cater to this responsibility, he should reward the victimized employees with satisfactory compensation. Well, then if your employer don’t pay the value, you can file case against him to win the accident at work compensation back.

Slip and Trip on Road

When walking down the road we often come across slip and trip accidents, which cannot be claimed, of course. Only if someone else’s is responsible for the accident you can file the claim against him. For instance, when crossing the road, if a vehicle hit you, then it is definitely a claimable case. The main issue that comes up in case of road accident is that it is difficult to track the guilty. Very few will turn up for help, whereas most of them will drive to escape the accident.  Make sure to lodge a police complaint as soon as you come across the accident. It will help to trace the guilty and claim compensation from him. Make sure that you keep a copy of the police report.

When appointing a solicitor for the case, keep in mind to select the one who is specialized in dealing with slip and trip cases. If it has occurred due to traffic accident, consult a road accident solicitor who handles slip injury claims. You can get to learn more about them over the internet. Well, it would be beneficial for you to appoint the one who offers no win no pay services for all. In such a lucrative service, you may not have to pay the fees until they win the case.

Do’s and Don’ts of Slip and Trip Claims

There are innumerable victims who like to stay away from the legal issues of claims. But then, it shouldn’t be like this, an injury may lead to terrible losses, both financial and non-financial. The best way to recover those is filing claim from the guilty, instead what all you need to do is, follow the basic legal rules and regulations in order to win satisfactory amount of claims. Moreover, when it is a complex case, it is better to avoid any mistakes. This is because the possibility of being rejected remains high in case of small track and complex cases. The UK government is of the view that majority of the country’s treasure is being drained on rewarding the victims with compensation. With small track cases, the possibility of filing false cases is higher than the others. Hence, the government along with its councils has implemented a whole lot of checks to sanction the compensation. Whether it is a road traffic accident or a workplace slip and trip accident, you abide by few legal do’s and don’ts.  Even though, the solicitors are there to guide you, but then it is important for you to follow them. Scroll down the below mentioned domains to about these simple easy-to-do steps before filing the case at the court.

The Do’s:

  • If it is a slip or trip work accident, report it to the company’s authority first. Or else if you have slipped on the road, report it to police. Remember to get a copy in both the cases.
  • Do show the physician as soon as possible and follow what is prescribed to you, so that the case doesn’t fall under contributory negligence case.
  • Do consult a solicitor who is experienced and specialized in the field.
  • Do collect the medical bills and other related bills in order to determine the amount of the compensation.
  • Do arrange a file and pile all the documents in it, to ensure a systematic representation of the case.
  • Be up-front when talking to the solicitor and discuss about your expectation from the claim.
  • Keep the case confidential and stay up-to-dated about it, even though the solicitor is working.

The Don’ts:

  • Don’t sign any documents or attend any meeting with the opponent party without the presence of the solicitors.
  • Don’t exaggerate the case when discussing it with the solicitor as it might manipulate the procedure.
  • Don’t discuss the case or its proceedings with anyone, other than your appointed solicitor, may how close he is to you.
  • Don’t consult those solicitors whoa have been accused of being rude to the clients, may how good he is at his work.

In order to avail the services of the solicitors, you need to claim online, with complete details about the accidents. They will verify the case and then shall agree to deal with it. You might receive call from them catering to your preferred time.


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