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If you’ve been injured at work due to a slip, trip, or fall, 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 Are Slips or Trips at Work Claim?

A slips or trips at work claim is a type of personal injury claim made when a worker is injured because of unsafe flooring, poor housekeeping, inadequate warning signs, or employer negligence in maintaining a safe workplace.

Employers in have a legal duty to identify workplace hazards and take reasonable steps to prevent slips, trips, and falls from occurring.

Slips and trips at work commonly occur due to:
Wet or recently cleaned floors
Loose cables or trailing wires
Uneven surfaces or damaged flooring
Poor lighting in work areas
Cluttered walkways or exits
Missing warning signs

Common Slips & Trips at Work Injuries

Workplace slips and falls can result in a wide range of injuries, from minor sprains to more serious long-term conditions.
Sprains or soft tissue injuries
Broken bones or fractures
Back or spinal injuries
Knee, ankle, or wrist injuries
Head injuries
Long-term mobility issues

What Causes Slips & Trips at Work?

Many workplace slip and trip accidents are preventable and often occur due to poor safety practices such as:
Poor housekeeping or spill management
Failure to repair damaged flooring
Inadequate lighting
Unsafe walkways or staircases
Lack of warning signage
Poor risk assessments

What Can You Claim Compensation For?

You may be entitled to 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 Slips & Trips at Work 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 Slips & Trips at Work Claim

No Upfront Costs to Begin Your Slips or Trips at Work Claim

You can begin a slips or trips at work claim in without paying any legal fees upfront. Our team will clearly explain the process from the outset so you understand your options if you were injured due to a slip, trip, or fall at work in Dublin, Cork, Galway, or Donegal.

Direct Access to a Solicitor

You will speak directly with a solicitor who understands slips and trips at work claims in . They will be familiar with workplace safety obligations and how employers are required to maintain safe working environments, and will guide you through every stage of your claim.

Local Legal Support Across

We assist clients across , including Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Donegal. Our team understands Irish health and safety regulations, employer duty of care, and the Personal Injuries Resolution Board (PIAB) process relevant to slips or trips at work claims.

Experience with Slips or Trips at Work Claims

Our solicitors regularly handle slips or trips at work claims involving wet or uneven floors, poor lighting, loose cables, obstructed walkways, stairway accidents, and unsafe workplace conditions in offices, warehouses, factories, and retail environments. We can help you understand your legal options and next steps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Slips and Trips at Work Claims in
A slips and trips at work claim is made when someone is injured after slipping, tripping, or falling in the workplace due to unsafe conditions or poor maintenance.
Common causes include wet floors, uneven surfaces, loose cables, poor lighting, damaged flooring, cluttered walkways, and lack of warning signage.
Yes. If your employer failed to maintain a safe working environment and this led to your injury, you may be entitled to compensation.
These accidents can cause fractures, sprains, back injuries, head injuries, soft tissue injuries, cuts, and bruising.
Yes. You should report the accident as soon as possible so it can be formally recorded in the workplace accident book.
Useful evidence may include photographs of the hazard, witness statements, accident reports, CCTV footage, and medical records confirming your injuries.
In some cases, yes. A solicitor can assess the circumstances of the accident and advise whether you may still have a valid claim.
In most cases, you have three years from the date of the accident to begin a personal injury claim.
You can begin by contacting a solicitor who will review your situation, explain your legal options, and guide you through the claims process step by step.
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