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Last Updated 19th March 2026. Yes, you could make slipped on ice compensation claims if it can be proven that a third party was aware of the ice hazard and failed to address the risk it presented. This could include not gritting a footpath or road, or failing to place signs alerting persons to slippery conditions. Such falls can have a lasting impact, especially if they cause brain or spinal cord damage. If you’re looking to claim personal injury compensation, please continue reading to find out what your options might be.
What You Need To Know
- Slips due to icy conditions often cause head injuries, fractures, and back damage.
- Local authorities and other responsible parties routinely use grit to address potentially hazardous icy conditions.
- You need to show that a responsible third party failed to take reasonable precautions, like gritting the entrance to a shopping centre before expected bad weather.
- To support your claim, you could use evidence like gritting logs and photographs of ice patches.
Get in contact today to find out if you could make a slipped ice compensation claim. Our advisors make the process as hassle-free as possible by offering a free initial consultation, so please reach out via the following options:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I Claim For Injuries Sustained After I Slipped On Ice Or Snow?
- What Injuries Could Be Sustained After Slipping On Ice Or Snow?
- £50,000 Compensation After Slipping On Ice – Case Study
- The Average Compensation For Slipped On Ice Compensation Claims
- How Long Do I Have To Claim Compensation For A Snow Or Ice Fall?
- What Do I Need To Bring A Claim After Slipping On Ice?
- Why Claim For Injuries After Slipping On Ice With Our Solicitors?
- No Win No Fee Slipped On Ice Compensation Claims
- Get Help From Advice’s Team
- Slipped On Ice Compensation FAQs
- Learn More
Can I Claim For Injuries Sustained After I Slipped On Ice Or Snow?
You can claim for injuries sustained after you slipped on ice or snow, provided that you can show:
- A third party owed a duty of care to you (essentially a responsibility for your safety).
- This duty was breached.
- You were injured as a result.
Slipping On Ice Or Snow At Work
Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, your employer has a responsibility towards your safety. Not only must they take reasonable steps to protect your safety, but also ensure your health and well-being. How employers approach this depends on the environment, but it may involve providing suitable personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Example: A construction site experiences daily snowy and icy weather conditions, but management refuses to provide workers with appropriate footgear. This leads to an employee slipping and fracturing their collarbone.
- Example: Despite being aware that heavy snow is imminent, a window cleaning company insists that employees keep working at height outside. None of the workers has suitable PPE, resulting in one of the cleaners breaking their ankle when they slip on icy ground.
Slipping On Ice Or Snow In A Public Place
Anyone in control of a public place has a duty of care under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957. This involves keeping visitors reasonably safe through practical measures, which might include displaying warning signs about potential hazards.
- Example: A pedestrian is walking on a busy high street that the local authority has failed to grit despite several days of icy conditions. As they make their way home, they slip badly and break their ankle.
- Example: No warning signs are placed outside a café that the entrance is slippery due to ice. Due to this and a failure to use grit salt, a customer has a heavy fall and suffers multiple serious injuries.
Contact our advisors to see how you can take your first steps toward claiming.
What Injuries Could Be Sustained After Slipping On Ice Or Snow?
Various injuries could be sustained after slipping on ice or snow, including broken bones and head trauma:
- Head injuries – Can include exterior cuts or internal bleeding.
- Ankle injuries – May present as sprains, fractures, or breaks.
- Foot and toe injuries – These injuries may lead to partial or full amputations
- Knee injuries – Includes sprains, fractures, and kneecap breaks.
- Psychological injuries – Typically PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
No matter what type of injury you sustained, please reach out to see if you can make a slipped on ice compensation claim today.
£50,000 Compensation After Slipping On Ice – Case Study
In this example case study*, we look at how Ms C was awarded £50,000 after slipping on ice.
Ms C was returning to her vehicle after visiting a local hardware store with a trolley of purchased goods. The store forecourt was covered in ice and, despite previous weather warnings, the store management had not gritted the walkways. Mrs C lost control of her trolley and fell on the icy ground, fracturing her left hip, knee and ankle.
After being rushed to the hospital and undergoing extensive orthopaedic surgery, Mrs C contacted a personal injury solicitor to find out if she could claim against the hardware store for their unsafe premises. The solicitor helped her collect a strong body of evidence, including store CCTV and site photographs, and compiled a watertight case demonstrating that the store had failed to uphold their duty of care.
Mrs C received a total settlement of £50,000 for her injuries, 10 weeks of lost earnings, and various medical expenses, including her prescriptions and physiotherapy appointments. Despite the seriousness of her injuries, Ms C made a full recovery and returned to work.
Our advisors can tell you within a few minutes if slipped on ice compensation claims could be made in your particular circumstances. Like Mrs C, you could receive compensation for your financial losses as well as the injuries themselves. Get in touch for free advice today using the details given below.
The Average Compensation For Slipped On Ice Compensation Claims
Payouts are determined on a case-by-case basis, so an average compensation for slipped on ice compensation claims may not be applicable to your circumstances. Nevertheless, as laid out in the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), claimants may be awarded £344,150 to £493,000 for very severe brain damage. The JCG is a document used by solicitors to assess the potential value of someone’s injuries, as it pairs suggestive compensation brackets with various forms of harm.
Compensation Amounts
Below, you’ll find a list of JCG brackets, aside from the initial row. Please use it for guidance only, as none of the brackets guarantee compensation.
- Multiple Very Severe Injuries – Together with special damages, such as care costs – Up to £1,000,000+.
- Moderately Severe Brain Damage – Patient is severely disabled, which may be physical or cognitive – £267,340 to £344,150.
- Moderate (i) Brain Damage – Issues include moderate to severe intellectual deficit – £183,190 to £267,340.
- Very Severe Foot Injuries – Injury that causes permanent, severe pain or a disability that is really serious – £102,470 to £133,810.
- Severe Foot Injuries – Fractures of both feet or heels, resulting in substantially restricted mobility – £51,220 to £85,460.
- Severe (i) Knee Injuries – Disruption of the joint with considerable pain, amongst other issues – £85,100 to £117,410.
- Severe (ii) Knee Injuries – Fracture that has extended into the knee joint, causing constant pain – £63,610 to £85,100.
- Very Severe Ankle Injuries – Features transmalleolar fractures with extensive soft tissue damage – £61,090 to £85,070.
- Severe Ankle Injuries – Includes injuries that led to lengthy treatment and/or extended time in plaster – £38,210 to £61,090.
- Amputation of All Toes – Compensation can consider whether the amputation was surgical or traumatic – £44,570 to £68,430.
- Severe Toe Injuries – Includes cases that fall short of amputation or necessitate partial amputation – £16,770 to £25,710.
Can I Be Compensated For Other Damages?
The simple answer is yes, you can be compensated for other damages if your injuries also led to financial loss. These losses are referred to as special damages and can cover:
- Loss of earnings – For example, if you took time off.
- Transportation – You may have needed to use public transport to attend medical appointments or pay for parking fees.
- Medical treatment – Can include long-term physiotherapy or private surgery after slipping on ice.
- Care – Professionals or loved ones may have provided this assistance.
Speak with an advisor today if you have questions about claiming compensation after an ice or snow accident.
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How Long Do I Have To Claim Compensation For A Snow Or Ice Fall?
Under the Limitation Act 1980, you generally have 3 years to begin claiming compensation for a snow or ice fall from the date of the accident. There are exceptions to this time limit for minors and mentally incapacitated adults, neither of whom can claim for themselves and must instead use a litigation friend.
You can find out more via our dedicated time limit guide. Not sure if you are within the time limit? Our advisors are more than happy to help clarify matters.
What Do I Need To Bring A Claim After Slipping On Ice?
After slipping on ice, you could take several practical steps early on to make a real difference to your claim. Following these actions could aid your recovery, strengthen your evidence and secure your legal position:
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- Get Medical Help As Soon As Possible. You should seek medical attention from your GP, an urgent care clinic or A&E to ensure that your injuries are treated properly. Not only will this aid your recovery, but it will also create official medical records of the slip and fall injuries you suffered.
- Gather Evidence About The Incident. When safe to do so, you should start to gather photographs of the slippery ice, your visible injuries and any further hazards, CCTV footage, and witness contact details.
- Make An Official Record Of The Accident. If your slip on ice injury occurred at work, you should report this in your workplace accident logbook to create an official record. If the incident occurred in public, you should report the accident to the business owner or the relevant organisation responsible for the area.
- Keep Track Of Your Injuries And Losses. You should keep a personal record of your daily pain levels, mobility issues, psychological effects and any treatments you receive. You should also record any financial losses for evidence purposes, including lost earnings, medical expenses and travel costs.
- Get Advice From A Specialist Solicitor. Obtaining advice from a specialist personal injury solicitor can help give you clarity about your claim’s chances of success. You could also receive a compensation estimate and funding options.
- Ensure You’re Within The Legal Time Limit. In personal injury claims, cases must be started within 3 years of the incident to be deemed as eligible, although certain exceptions exist.
To discover more about time limits, please get in touch with one of our friendly advisors today.
Why Claim For Injuries After Slipping On Ice With Our Solicitors?
You should claim for injuries after slipping on ice with our solicitors due to their dedication to achieving compensation that reflects your injuries. Your health and well-being are the main priorities of our solicitors, and therefore, they will work to ensure that you receive the help you need. If you’re connected with one of our solicitors, you could enjoy:
- Help with evidence-gathering efforts, including your medical records, CCTV footage and witness contact details.
- Knowledgeable assistance with slipped on ice compensation claims, ensuring details such as a failure to grit or provide adequate working boots are not ignored.
- Helping you to apply for interim payments for any emergency costs.
- Regular case updates so you’re never left wondering where your slipped on ice compensation claim stands.
- Putting you in contact with therapists who could help you, whether it be physiotherapists, occupational therapists or counsellors.
To learn if you could be eligible to claim with our expert solicitors, please get in touch today.
No Win No Fee Slipped On Ice Compensation Claims
If you’re connected with one of our experienced No Win No Fee solicitors, they will provide their services under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). As such, you could experience the following benefits:
- No fees for your solicitor’s services at the beginning of your claim, as it progresses, or if your case is unsuccessful.
- In successful slipped on ice compensation claims, you will pay a success fee to your solicitor. Please note that the success fee percentage is capped by law and will be taken from your compensation.
To discover more about Conditional Fee Agreements, please contact one of our friendly advisors today.
Get Help From Advice’s Team
You can get help from Advice’s team of advisors by contacting them today. They will carefully assess your case and can potentially connect you with one of our highly experienced solicitors. You’ll then benefit from a range of high-quality services, such as:
- Help in collecting and assessing evidence.
- Breaking down the claims process using clear, straightforward language.
- Putting you in touch with specialists to support your recovery.
- Representing you with expertise in all communications and negotiations.
Contact Us
Our advisors are here 24/7 to answer any questions you have about slipped on ice compensation claims, so please reach out via the following options:
- Call 0161 509 2856.
- Contact us via our online form.
- Speak to someone via the live chat.
Slipped On Ice Compensation FAQs
These short-form questions give quick-fire answers on some general aspects of the claims process. Remember, always seek proper advice about claiming for your specific accident.
How Long Do I Have To Make A Slipped On Ice Compensation Claim In The UK?
Usually, you will have 3 years to start your claim as per the Limitation Act 1980, although exceptions can be made if the injured person is a child or does not have the capacity to claim for themselves.
What Evidence Is Needed To Prove Negligence For A Slip On Ice?
Evidence such as scene photographs, video footage, medical records and statements from any witnesses can all help prove negligence was the reason you slipped on ice.
What Is The Average Payout For A Slip And Fall On Ice?
The average payout for a slip and fall on ice could range from the low thousands of pounds all the way up to £117,410 for the most serious knee injuries, for example. For a more personalised idea of what the payout in your specific case could be, speak to our advisors today.
Can I Claim For Slipping On Ice In A Supermarket Car Park?
Yes, you could claim against a supermarket if you slipped on ice in their car park. As an occupier, the supermarket must take steps to ensure the reasonable safety of all visitors, which includes dealing with ice hazards.
You can contact our advisors at any time using the information provided below. As well as offering free advice, they assess your eligibility to claim for free.
Learn More
We’ve handpicked some of our other guides below:
- Find out why someone should make an accident at work claim.
- Discover more about accident in a public place claims.
- Learn more about the role of a litigation friend.
You can also get further guidance in our selection of external links:
- See if you can apply for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) via GOV.UK.
- Get guidance on who is responsible for gritting roads.
- Find out what to do if you fall via NHS.UK.
Thank you for reading our article about slipped on ice compensation claims. *Please note that the case study was include for illustrative purposes only.
