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Thompsons Solicitors
Compensation for Woman Who Slipped on Ice at Public House
8th November 2010
We recently pursued a personal injury claim on behalf of a woman who suffered a fall at the entrance of a pub, due to ice on an untreated path. She received compensation for a dislocated shoulder and fractured collar bone.
Fall on Icy Path
Our client and her husband were visiting a pub at lunchtime for something to eat. There had been snow and freezing conditions, however the path leading to the main entrance had not been cleared or treated, even though the pub had been open for a while.
She slipped on the ice and fell, sustaining injuries to her shoulder and collar bone. She was initially treated at hospital for this painful injury and later required physiotherapy to help her regain the use of her shoulder and arm. During her recovery our client was unable to drive and required help with housework and personal care.
Injury Claim
The claimant felt that her accident could have been avoided if the pub had taken simple safety measures to reduce the risk of people slipping on the ice. She therefore appointed our specialist personal injury lawyers to assist her in making an injury claim.
We began a claim against the public house, putting forward details of how the accident occurred and evidence of the injuries she sustained.
They accepted liability and an initial offer of damages was made, but this was insufficient given the severity of our client’s personal injury and the expenses she incurred for medical treatment, travel and care. We therefore entered into negotiations with the other side and secured a higher offer of £5,250 in settlement of her claim.
Accident Claim Advice
If you suffer a personal injury as the result of an accident on public or private property, which was caused by the negligence of someone else, you may be entitled to claim compensation.
Contact The Legal Line on 0800 0328511, or by completing a claim enquiry form online, for cost-free, confidential accident claim advice from our expert lawyers. We have extensive experience in recovering compensation for the innocent victims of avoidable accidents and can provide you with specific guidance on your case.
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