Slip, Trip or Fall Accident

Slips, trips and falls are the most common accidents one can suffer, and they can have a major impact on the victim's life, especially if they suffer a serious head or spinal injury in the incident. Even something as minor as a sprain or fracture can have a dramatic impact on your life; they can leave you unable to work for an extended period of time, for example.

The most common causes of slips, trips and falls are; spillages that haven't been cleaned up, leaks from faulty machinery, trailing cables and wires, obstacles such as piles of boxes, or damaged/uneven flooring.

These accidents can happen almost anywhere; in the workplace, at the supermarket, in the park, or at a train/bus station. You could trip up due to an uneven pavement, or slip on a wet floor. If you can prove that you have suffered a personal injury from a slip, trip or fall caused by the negligence of another (whether that be your employer, the local council or even a member of the public) you probably have a legitimate claim for compensation, and should seek advice from a professional personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.