We were instructed by a client to deal with a claim for loss, damages and personal injuries arising out of a slipping accident that occurred on the corridor of a hospital ward where she was working.

She sustained a back injury as well as stress and anxiety and required a number of weeks off work.

A claim was put to her employer and liability was disputed. We obtained witness evidence from our client and documents were received from the employer which showed that there had been a small spillage on the corridor in question. However, the employer argued that this was not in a position where she could have slipped.

Evidence was obtained to quantify our client’s losses, including her loss of earnings and how her injuries were affecting her day to day life. Expert medical evidence was obtained which showed that she sustained an injury to the lower back and an ankle sprain.

Our client wanted to avoid court proceedings and settle the claim if at all possible. We advised her to take a proactive approach. Taking advantage of the court rules, we put forward an offer to the employer to settle the claim and pay our costs. This was accepted. We acted for her on a No Win No Fee basis.

She was happy with the outcome, particularly as liability had been in dispute and she was able to get compensation without having to go to court.

If you have had an accident whilst at work and have sustained injuries, contact us to see whether you may have a claim.