Slipping on Ice Injuries
Have you ever slipped on ice and been badly hurt? Only those who have experienced slipping on ice injuries know how much worse it is than a regular slip, trip, or fall. The good news is that such injuries are eligible for compensation. Falling on ice and hitting head, or simply falling on your back, can be terribly painful. Because ice falls are more severe than regular slips, immediate medical attention is necessary. Contact our solicitors if you need help trying to claim compensation for negligence.
A simple walk on an icy footpath or public area can result in a slip and fall. Accidents where cars skit and hit another car or a pedestrian can result in severe injuries. Since these Injuries from a fall on ice are usually severe, they require compensation. Once you have the proof of negligence, medical report, and bills that must be paid in order to recover and settle again. In case of disability, your claim has a better chance of success.
Common injuries from slipping on ice
Slipping on ice injuries statistics show that the majority of accident claims made in Scotland during the winter are due to a slip or fall on ice. Typical injuries include:
- Broken Limb
- Slipped on ice and hurt ankle
- Leg injury
- Slipped on ice hitting elbow
- Slipped on ice and hit back of head
- Fractured bones
- Broken wrist
- Shoulder injury
- Whiplash injury
You can also read our article on injuries caused by slipping on ice. Contact our solicitors for advice on how to make a claim as well as about the average compensation pay outs in Scotland.
Can you claim for slipping on ice?
Injuries from slipping on ice are serious and require immediate attention. An injury can cause unbearable pain and stress and at the same time, the medical bills and lost earnings add to a person’s anxiety. Occasionally, the damages and treatment may be unaffordable. Such injuries may require surgery, physiotherapy, or even amputation, which is often not part of insurance. You can sue the owner of the property where the accident occurred. Being injured due to third-party negligence, you can definitely claim for compensation.
Can I sue the council for slipping on ice?
If you slip on an icy pavement and get hurt, you may be entitled to sue your council for compensation. Local governments are responsible for public walkways and pavements. This type of maintenance is funded by the government. The local council must consequently guarantee that all pavements, walkways, and other public places are safe and in good shape.
During icy weather, the local authority should grit pathways, roads, and pavements to keep the public safe. If they fail to act and you are injured after slipping on an ice pavement, you may be able to sue the council.
Slipping on Ice Injuries Compensation
Compensation for general and special damages is mostly part of the average compensation. The damages are significant in most cases due to severe head, elbow, and ankle injuries. If you are injured due to a fall or a slip on ice, our solicitors can help you calculate your compensation. Worried about how much compensation for accident at work is there for a slip? Your employer is likely to be held liable for all costs incurred. Here are some average settlement amounts:
- An average of £12,000 for minor injuries to elbow or arm.
- An amount up to £7000 for neck injuries
- You can claim an amount of £20,000 for severe injuries to the wrist an other body parts.
- Similarly, partial disability of a body part can make you eligible for up to £35,000
- Injuries causing permanent disability are most likely to receive an amount up to £55,000.
Contact our expert solicitors for more information on the insurance pay out calculator or insurance claim, if applicable in your case.
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Use our personal injury calculator to find out how much compensation you may receive for your injuries and damages. Likewise, our solicitors are available to answer questions about compensation for injury or compensation pay out charts.
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