At What’s My Claim Worth, we recently secured a compensation settlement of £10,300 for a 23-year-old client, Ms J, who sustained injuries while working at a well-known department store in Knightsbridge, London.
Trip Over a Shopping Bag
Ms J was employed as a shop assistant and was working behind the tills when she tripped over a shopping bag that had been left on the floor. These bags, provided by the store itself, had not been stored safely and created a clear tripping hazard in the walkway.
Injuries Sustained
As a result of the fall, Ms J injured both her wrist and knee. While her wrist was initially suspected to be fractured, subsequent hospital investigations confirmed a soft tissue injury. Nevertheless, the pain and reduced mobility from these injuries led to a three-month absence from work.
Due to her employer not paying her in full during her time off, Ms J experienced a loss of earnings – a key component which we included in her claim for damages.
Legal Approach and Employer Liability
A claim was brought against her employer for negligence and breach of statutory duty. Employers have a legal obligation to ensure that staff have a safe working environment, and in this case, there was a clear failure to maintain safe walkways, free from obstructions.
The department store’s insurers accepted full liability for the incident.
Have you Fallen at Work?
If you feel you have had a similar experience, or one which you may just want to find out what your options are, give us a call today on 01244 568 535 for a no obligation phone call.