As Britain has been plunged into an icy winter wonderland children who are breaking up for the Christmas holidays this week will be sledging whilst there parents trudge through shopping centres and high streets in the snow and ice in search of Christmas presents.
Solicitors at MPH have seen a massive increase in claims over the last few days due to the icy weather. Many people do not think they are able to claim damages for personal injuries if they have been injured due to falling and slipping on snow and ice.
In many cases, this is simply not the case. The Highways Authority as well as supermarkets and other shops have a duty to ensure that the surface of the roads are safe for cars and pedestrians. All to often, they fail in their duty to properly grit with the consequence that people slip causing a variety of injuries from a broken wrist to a dislocated ankle or even more serious injuries.
At this time of year these injuries mean that Christmas is ruined for the whole family.
If you have been injured in the recent icy weather you should contact us and we will quickly tell you whether you will be able to make a claim for compensation for your injuries.
