Every day, we may walk on slippery floors, whether caused by spills, leaks, or cleaning supplies. If there is a wet floor sign in place, then you’re prepared for the danger, and can navigate it appropriately– But what do you do if you’re caught off guard, because someone else failed to act? If you have suffered an injury after slipping on a wet floor with no sign, then you could be eligible for compensation.
Slips, trips, and falls are some of the most common accidents that occur in our day-to-day lives. But no matter the severity of your injuries, we are here to help. In this guide, we’ll tell you everything that you need to know about making a personal injury claim, from when you could be eligible to claim all the way up to how a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel could help you.
We understand that the personal injury claims process can seem daunting, especially to those with no prior legal experience, but that’s why we’re here. We hope our guide will answer any questions you might have about making a public liability claim, but our advisors are on hand if you’re looking for more information.
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- Can I Claim After Slipping On a Wet Floor With No Sign?
- What Slipped On Wet Floor Compensation Can I Get?
- The Most Common Injuries Caused By Slipping On Wet Floors
- Is There A Time Limit For Making Slip Claims?
- What Evidence Will I Need To Prove My Slip And Fall?
- Can I Make A Slip Or Fall Claim On A No Win No Fee Basis?
- More Information
Can I Claim After Slipping On a Wet Floor With No Sign?
Yes, you can claim if you slipped on a wet floor with no sign, as long as you can prove that negligence occurred. But what is negligence?
This is a word that can have a lot of different meanings, but in terms of personal injury law, it means that:
- Someone owed you a duty of care: You’re owed a duty of care while you’re in public, and whoever is controlling that space needs to uphold this. This means that they need to take steps to make sure that you’re reasonably safe, as per the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957 (OLA).
- This duty was breached: This means that they failed to fulfil their responsibility to keep you safe– In this case, because there was no wet floor sign to warn you of the danger.
- You were injured: You need to suffer an injury, either physical or psychological, in order to form the basis of a valid claim.
So, if you can prove that all three of these things occurred, then you may be eligible to make a public liability claim. Keep reading to learn more, or contact us today to get started.
What Slipped On Wet Floor Compensation Can I Get?
If you were injured after slipping on a wet floor with no sign, your compensation payout could contain two heads of claim: General damages and special damages. Every successful personal injury claim results in general damages, because this heading covers your injuries, whether they’re physical or psychological.
General damages are calculated based on things like the severity of your injuries and how long it will take you to recover, but professionals can also reference the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). This document outlines various injuries and provides guideline compensation brackets for each.
You can see some examples of these brackets below, but it’s important to note that these are only guidelines, and not guarantees. Also, the first entry in this table is not a JCG figure.
| Injuries | Severity | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple severe injuries with financial losses, including lost earnings and the cost of mobility aids. | Severe | Up to £1,000,000+ |
| Brain Damage | Moderately Severe | £267,340 to £344,150 |
| Less Severe | £18,700 to £52,550 | |
| Pelvis And Hip Injuries | Severe (i) | £95,680 to £159,770 |
| Back Injuries | Severe (iii) | £47,320 to £85,100 |
| Wrist Injuries | Complete Loss of Function | £58,710 to £73,050 |
| Neck Injuries | Severe (iii) | £55,500 to £68,330 |
| Shoulder Injuries | Serious | £15,580 to £23,430 |
| Leg Injuries | Less Serious (ii) | £11,120 to £17,180 |
Can I Get Compensation For My Financial Losses?
Yes, your financial losses could be covered by special damages. If your injuries meant you had to spend money out-of-pocket, or if they will affect your finances in the future, then special damages can help you claim this money back.
For example, under special damages, you could potentially claim back the cost of:
- Loss of earnings
- Home adjustments
- Private medical treatment
- Childcare
- Domestic help
- Travel
- Mobility aids
- Counselling
However, you need to provide proof of these losses to claim them back. You can use things like receipts, invoices, and bills to do this.
Keep reading to learn more about making a wet floor injury claim. Or, contact our team to find out if you could be eligible for a compensation award.
The Most Common Injuries Caused By Slipping On Wet Floors
Some common examples of injuries caused by slipping on a wet floor with no sign include:
- A leaking fridge in a supermarket leaves a big puddle on the floor, but there are no wet floor signs displayed. As a result, you slip and hit your head on the floor, causing a severe brain injury.
- An employee notices that a patron at a pub spilled their drink, but they don’t clear it up or use a wet floor warning sign. As a result, you slip and fall, causing severe soft tissue injuries to your knee and breaking your wrist.
- A cleaner mops the floor of a public toilet, but doesn’t put a wet floor sign down. This causes you to slip and fall when you enter, causing a serious neck injury.
These are only a few examples of common injuries caused by wet floor slips. Keep reading for more information on the slip hazard claims process, or talk to a member of our team today to get started.
Is There A Time Limit For Making Slip Claims?
Yes, there is a 3-year time limit for starting a slip and fall claim. This time limit for personal injury claims is outlined in the Limitation Act 1980, but don’t worry if your accident happened over 3 years ago: You may still be able to claim. This is because the time limit comes with some exceptions, which apply to:
- Those under the age of 18: If you were injured while under 18, then you have two options. The first is that a litigation friend can claim on your behalf, up until your 18th birthday. The second is that you can start your claim within 3 years of turning 18.
- Those who lack the mental capacity to make their own claims: For those who lack the needed mental capacity to make a claim, the time limit does not apply. A litigation friend can claim on their behalf at any time. They will only be able to make their own claim if they regain this mental capacity, and the 3-year time limit will then run from this recovery date.
If you have any questions about the personal injury time limit or acting as a litigation friend, contact our team of advisors today.
What Evidence Will I Need To Prove My Slip And Fall?
To prove your claim for slipping on a wet floor with no sign, you’ll need evidence. This evidence should prove both the severity of your injuries and that someone else was responsible for them. For example, this could include:
- Pictures of the spillage and the lack of a sign
- Photographs of your visible injuries, like bruises, cuts, or swelling
- CCTV or general video footage of your accident
- Witness details, so that their statements can be taken later
- Accident reports from the venue
- A copy of your medical records detailing your injuries
One of the many benefits of working with a solicitor from our panel is that they can help with evidence. Collecting evidence is one of the most crucial steps in the claims process, so knowing where to look and what kinds of evidence to have is important. Contact our team today to learn more, or read on to find out how our panel of solicitors could help you.
Can I Make A Slip Or Fall Claim On A No Win No Fee Basis?
Yes, you can make a slip and fall claim with a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel. We believe in a high-quality, client-first approach, and part of this means making the services of our panel available to everyone, regardless of financial status.
This is where No Win No Fee agreements come in. Our panel of solicitors use something called a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), which is a type of No Win No Fee arrangement. Under this kind of contract, you can get access to all of your solicitor’s services, from help with evidence to negotiating a settlement, with:
- No upfront fees to pay for their work
- No ongoing fees to pay for their work
- No fees to pay for their work at all if your claim fails
If you successfully claim compensation with the help of your solicitor, then they’ll take a small percentage of this as their success fee. This percentage is capped by law, which means that the fee they take is fair and helps ensure that you retain the larger share of what you receive.
Our panel of solicitors are experts in personal injury law, and have helped countless claimants up and down the country secure the compensation that they deserve.
Speak To Our Advisors
We are here to help. Get in touch with one of our advisors today to learn more about claiming after slipping on a wet floor with no sign by:
- Calling us on 0800 408 7825
- Using the live chat feature
- Contacting us online
More Information
For more helpful public liability claim guides:
- Learn how to claim for an accident in a public park
- Find out how to claim food poisoning compensation
- Get help making a pothole accident claim
Or, for further resources:
- Learn how to request CCTV footage of yourself from Gov.UK
- Get help with first aid from the NHS
- Information on slips and trips from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
Thank you for reading our guide on how to claim after slipping on a wet floor with no sign.
