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Slipping or Falling Compensation claims
Where the slip or fall was someone else’s fault, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.
Where do slipping or falling accidents usually take place?
Accidents caused by slipping or falling are common and Corries regularly handle successful compensation claims. The accidents usually occur in:
● Shopping centres and supermarkets
● Offices
● Workplaces
● Restaurants, hotels and pubs
● Building sites
Businesses and property owners have a legal duty to keep their premises safe.
What are the most common slipping or falling injuries?
Most slips, trips or falls accidents are caused by:
● Wet floors due to spillages or rainwater
● Uneven flooring
● Poor lighting
● Obstacles that should not be there
Signs must be prominent if there is a hazard, if they are not, they may still be liable.
What should you do if you have suffered an injury due to slipping or falling?
● Report the accident as soon as you can.
● Make sure it is recorded in their accident book.
● Take photos of the accident location.
● Get details of any witnesses.
What can I claim compensation for?
You may be able to claim for the following:
● Loss of earnings.
● Pain and suffering.
● Medical expenses such as prescription charges and painkillers.
● Ongoing illness.
● Psychological damage.
● Expected lifestyle changes.
How can I make a slipping or falling accident claim?
Corries Solicitors handle slipping or falling accidents on a No Win, No Fee basis, meaning that you do not pay anything if your claim is unsuccessful.
Our friendly experts are here to help you through the claims process. For a free consultation call Corries Solicitors at 01904 527430 or contact us online
How much will it cost to make a claim?
Corries will take you to claim on a no-win, no-fee basis. If we lose you pay nothing.
If we win our charges are 20% +vat.
Is there a time limit for me to make a claim?
You have up to 3 years from the date of the accident to make a claim.
How Long Will My Claim Take?
The length of slipping or falling claims depends on many things such as whether the other party admits fault and the severity of your injuries. Straightforward cases take around 6 months, and more complex cases take longer but we will try to get you an advance payment if you need one.
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Why choose us?
We are one of the UK's leading claims solicitors with over 25 years of experience. We have helped thousands of people claim over £300 million in compensation.
Call us today, we are open, straightforward and easy to talk to - CALL 01904 527430 - YOU CAN COUNT ON CORRIES!
- Free review of your case
- No Win No Fee guaranteed
- You won't pay a penny out of your own pocket
- No hidden costs
- No financial risk if you are unsuccessful
- We recover the maximum amount possible
- Call us today, we are open, straightforward and easy to talk to - CALL 01904 527430
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Melroses Yard
Walmgate
York
North Yorkshire
YO1 9XF
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Corries Solicitors Ltd, Melroses Yard, Walmgate, York, YO1 9XF. Registered number: 5517012. Corries Solicitors Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number: 424101.
