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Can I Claim Compensation For Slipping On Ice At Work?

Last Updated 14th March 2024. If you’re wondering ‘can I claim compensation for slipping on ice at work?’, this guide can help.

If you’ve been injured at work in the winter months when frost or ice has settled you may think that it’s simply been caused by the changing of the seasons and is ‘just one of those things’ but it certainly shouldn’t be.  You may not be aware that all employers are supposed to put systems in place to make sure work is a safe place to be and that includes managing the risk of slipping on ice at work.

Employee slipping on ice at work.

If an employer fails to protect its employees when icy conditions are prevalent, then it could be held liable for any injuries suffered. If you’ve been injured by a slip or fall in icy conditions at work and would like to make a no win no fee personal injury claim, then please call our expert team today on 0800 073 8804.

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  1. Can I Claim Compensation For Slipping On Ice At Work?
  2. What Evidence Is Needed For A Slip On Ice At Work Claim?
  3. Slipping On Ice At Work – Time Limit For Injury Claims
  4. Compensation Payouts After Slipping On Ice At Work
  5. Slipped On Ice At Work – Make A No Win Fee Claim
  6. Helpful resources

Can I Claim Compensation For Slipping On Ice At Work?

Someone slipping on ice will not always be able to make a claim for an injury. In situations such as slipping on ice at work, you would have to be able to prove that your employer was negligent in dealing with the hazard in order to make a successful claim.

As per the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974  your employer has a duty of care to take all reasonably practicable steps to ensure you are safe in the workplace. If your employer is aware that it is snowing, or there is an ice buildup at your place of work, they will have a responsibility to start taking practical steps to deal with the hazard before it causes an injury to you or your colleagues.

Actions they could take in this instance include:

  • Assigning someone to clear out the ice buildup
  • Providing alternative routes to avoid any buildup of ice
  • Signs to warn of the slipping hazard
  • Not requiring you to come in, if the conditions are deemed too unsafe

If your employer fails to take such actions, then they could be found liable for the injury you had sustained after you slipped on ice at work.

To discuss employer liability for injury caused by slipping on ice at work, please reach out to one of our advisers.

What Evidence Is Needed For A Slip On Ice At Work Claim?

When asked the question ‘’can I claim compensation for slipping on ice at work?’, we always tell clients that if there is evidence to prove that somebody else was to blame, then the answer is yes.

We know that at the time of an accident your first thought isn’t necessarily going to be about making a claim but if you have the wherewithal to there are a number of steps that can help to make a claim more successful:

  • Photograph the scene of the accident and also photograph your injuries as evidence of the accident and the damage it caused.
  • Try to gather any statements from witnesses who saw your accident happen and ensure you have their contact details.
  • Seek medical treatment as soon as possible and if necessary, call the emergency services if you’re unable to make your own way to A&E. Any medical records from the assessment can be used in the evidence to support your claim.
  • Report the accident to your employer
  • Ensure you keep any receipts or bills for any expenses incurred because of the accident.

All of this, together with your own statement, can be used to support your claim. It may be worth writing down what actually happened as soon as you can in case you forget some of the details later on.

Slipping On Ice At Work – Time Limit For Injury Claims

If you have strong grounds to claim for injuries caused by a slip and fall on ice at work, then you should be aware that there is a time limit for starting this process. Due to the Limitation Act 1980, there’s usually a three-year time limit for starting a personal injury claim for an injury at work. This time limit normally starts from the date of your accident.

Under certain circumstances, the time limit can work differently. For instance, if the injured party lacks the mental capacity to start their own claim, then the time limit is suspended indefinitely. A court-appointed litigation friend could file for personal injury compensation on behalf of the injured party. If, however, this does not happen, and the injured party later recovers their mental capacity, then the time limit will begin on the day of recovery.

If the injured party is under the age of 18, then the time limit will not start for them until their 18th birthday. A litigation friend could handle to claims process on their behalf prior to the injured party’s 18th birthday. If this does not happen, then the injured party will have three years to start their own claim once they turn 18.

If you still have any questions about your eligibility to claim for injuries after you slipped and fell on ice at work, please contact our team of advisors today for free. They can also provide further guidance on how long you have to initiate legal proceedings.

Compensation Payouts After Slipping On Ice At Work

If you make a successful slip on ice at work claim you will be awarded a compensation settlement. As part of that settlement, there are two potential Heads of Loss that can be included: general and special damages. We look at special damages in the section below, but first, we will discuss general damages. This Head of Loss looks to compensate for the pain and suffering caused because of the slipping accident.

When general damages are being calculated, the following will be taken into consideration:

  • The type and severity of a physical injury.
  • Any impact on your mental health.
  • Treatment needed
  • Prognosis and recovery.

Very often, as part of the claims process, you will be invited to an independent medical assessment where a report can be written on the severity of your injury, treatment needed and information on your prognosis. This can then be used in combination with publications such as the Judicial College Guidelines JCG. This publication provides guideline compensation brackets for different types of injuries and illnesses at varying severities.

Below, we have provided a table that consists of guideline figures taken from the JCG. The top entry is not part of this publication. But please note that this is for guidance only.

Body part Range of severityCompensation
Multiple severe injuries and special damages. Severe Up to £250,000+Multiple injuries that are severe plus financial losses such as a loss in earnings.
Back injurySevere £91,090 to £160,980There will be severe pain and disability with incomplete paralysis.
Head injuryModerate (ii)£90,720 to £150,110Moderate to modest intellectual deficit, and the ability to work is greatly reduced.
Neck injuriesSevere (ii)£65,740 to £130,930Serious fractures or damage to discs in the cervical spine.
Hip injuries Severe (ii)£61,910 to £78,400Traumatic myositis ossificans and the formation of ectopic bone around the hip.
Wrist injuries Complete loss of function £47,620 to £59,860Where an arthrodesis has been performed.
Hand injuries Serious £29,000 to £61,910Reduced the hand to about 50 per cent capacity.
Leg injuries Less serious£17,960 to £27,760Fractures that do not make a complete recovery.
Ankle injuries Moderate£13,740 to £26,590Fractures and ligament tears.

More Payouts for Slipping on Ice Claims

Another potential head of claim that can make up some of your ice slip compensation relates to the financial losses caused by the injury. This is referred to as special damages compensation. You would need evidence such as receipts, bank statements and invoices to illustrate the value of the losses. Examples of losses you may be able to claim for during ice slip claims include:

  • Loss of Earnings – If you’re unable to work due to the injury, you may be able to claim for loss of earnings. If your injury is permanent or long-term, you may be able to claim for future loss of earnings.
  • Care costs – You may need to hire a carer to help look after you as your injuries caused by slipping on ice at work have meant you are unable to carry out domestic tasks. If it’s deemed a necessary requirement, you could receive compensation for the costs of this.
  • Healthcare costs – If you require private healthcare (healthcare that is not provided through the NHS), you may be able to claim for this. You can also claim for prescription costs, travel costs and adjustments to your home as part of the ice slip compensation.
  • Damaged personal property – Some of your personal items may be damaged as a result of the fall. Successful ice slip claims can involve you receiving compensation for these losses.

Generally, you have three years from the date of the accident to begin the claims process. The Limitation Act 1980 provides more information about this. If you prefer, you can also contact us for free legal advice at a time that works for you.

Slipped On Ice At Work – Make A No Win Fee Claim

If you’ve slipped on ice at work and injured yourself due to negligence, we would recommend hiring a solicitor. If someone slipped on ice at work, they could suffer serious injuries and be owed compensation.

If you’re concerned about how much hiring a solicitor could cost you, you may be interested to know that our solicitors can all work with their clients on a No Win No Fee basis. This is when you only pay them a percentage of your settlement in the event of a successful claim. The percentage is capped by law. There are also generally no upfront fees. If your claim does not succeed, you are not required to pay your solicitor.

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Helpful resources

Hopefully, you’ve read this guide about slipping on ice at work and have decided if you want to begin your personal injury claim but if you require more information here are some more useful links and guide articles which may help further:

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