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If you’ve been injured after slipping on a wet floor in a public place or workplace, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Our expert solicitors help clients across Dublin, Galway, Cork, Donegal, and beyond with no upfront fees.
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What Is a Wet Floor Injury Claim?

A wet floor injury claim is a personal injury claim made when someone is injured after slipping on a wet, slippery, or recently cleaned surface where proper safety measures were not in place.

Business owners have a legal duty to keep floors reasonably safe and to warn people of potential hazards. If this duty is breached and someone is injured, a compensation claim may arise.

Wet floor accidents commonly happen due to:
Recently cleaned floors without warning signs
Spilled liquids left unattended
Leaks from refrigeration units or ceilings
Rainwater tracked indoors without mats
Poor drainage or cleaning practices

Common Injuries from Wet Floor Accidents

Sprains or soft tissue injuries
Broken bones or fractures
Wrist, arm, or shoulder injuries
Back or spinal injuries
Knee or ankle injuries
Head injuries

What Causes Wet Floor Injuries?

Failure to display warning signs
Poor spill management procedures
Inadequate staff monitoring
Lack of floor mats during wet weather
Unsafe cleaning schedules
Slippery flooring materials

What Can You Claim Compensation For?

Pain and suffering
GP visits and medical treatment
Physiotherapy or rehabilitation
Loss of earnings
Travel expenses
Ongoing treatment or future care
Reduced ability to work
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How to Make a Wet Floor Injuries in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1

Fill in our quick online form with your contact details and a brief summary of what happened.

Step 2

One of our solicitors will call you for a consultation at a convenient time.

Step 3

We’ll provide a no-obligation assessment and advise you on the next steps in your claim.
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Why People Across Choose Us for Wet Floor Injury Claim

No Upfront Costs to Begin Your Wet Floor Injury Claim

You can begin a wet floor injury claim in without paying any legal fees upfront. Our team will review the details of your accident and clearly explain your options if you were injured after slipping on a wet or poorly marked surface in Dublin, Cork, Galway, or Donegal.

Direct Access to a Solicitor for Your Wet Floor Case

You will deal directly with an experienced solicitor who understands wet floor injury claims in . They will assess whether proper warnings were in place, whether cleaning procedures were followed, and will guide you through every stage of your claim.

Local Legal Support Across

We provide trusted legal support to clients across , including Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Donegal. Our team understands Irish occupiers’ liability law, health and safety obligations in public and workplace settings, and the Personal Injuries Resolution Board (PIAB) process relevant to wet floor injury claims.

Experience Handling Wet Floor Injury Claims

Wet floor accidents commonly occur in supermarkets, shops, offices, restaurants, workplaces, and public buildings where spills, cleaning activities, or leaks are not properly signposted. Our solicitors regularly assist clients with wet floor injury claims involving slips, falls, and preventable accidents caused by unsafe walking surfaces across .

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Wet Floor Injury Claims in
A wet floor injury claim is a personal injury claim made when someone is injured after slipping on a wet or unsafe surface. If the area was not properly maintained or warning signs were not displayed, you may be entitled to compensation.
Wet floor accidents commonly occur in supermarkets, shops, restaurants, workplaces, offices, and public buildings where spills, leaks, or cleaning create slip hazards.
Yes. If the accident happened due to a failure to clean, maintain, or warn about a hazard, you may be able to make a personal injury claim.
Wet floor accidents can result in fractures, sprains, head injuries, back injuries, bruising, cuts, and soft tissue damage.
Yes. Businesses and property owners are required to take reasonable steps to keep floors safe, including cleaning spills promptly and warning customers or employees of hazards.
If possible, report the accident, take photos of the area, gather witness details, and seek medical attention as soon as possible.
Helpful evidence includes photographs of the hazard, witness statements, CCTV footage if available, accident reports, and medical records.
In most cases, you have three years from the date of the accident to begin a personal injury claim in .
You can start by contacting a solicitor and explaining what happened. They will assess your case, advise whether you may have a valid claim, and guide you through the next steps.
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