Slips, trips and falls in public or the workplace can cause many different injuries, including injuries to the back.

These accidents can happen as a result of loose carpeting, wet floors or unsuitable footwear.

Accidents like these are usually the most avoidable, and employers should always be aware of any potential slip or trip hazards to ensure your place of work is safe.

It is important your employer ensures the way you are working is safe and that you are fully trained to do the job. For example, if you have sustained a back injury whilst lifting something at work and you have not received proper manual handling training, you may be entitled to claim compensation.

Back injuries can sometimes be caused by being hit by falling objects at work or in public. Employers are under a duty to provide you with a safe place of work. A lack of training and not having appropriate safeguards in place to reduce the risk of falling objects can mean you may be entitled to compensation.

If you have been involved in a road traffic accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, including back injuries sustained as a result of the incident, which can differ in severity.