Tripping accidents are among the most common personal injury claims made in the UK — and they can happen in an instant. Whether it’s uneven paving slabs, plastic wrapping left by workmen, or loose string across a walkway, a simple hazard can cause serious and lasting injuries.

At Inson Legal Limited, we help people who have been injured in trip accidents through no fault of their own. If you've been hurt because someone failed to keep a public or private space safe, you may be entitled to compensation on a No Win No Fee basis.

Common Causes of Tripping Accidents

Many trip hazards are entirely preventable. We regularly deal with cases involving:

Loose or uneven paving flags in public footpaths or alleyways
Plastic wrapping, strapping or discarded cable ties left after building or maintenance work
Trip hazards outside shops or commercial buildings (e.g. broken kerbs, exposed roots)
Poor lighting in stairwells, car parks, or communal areas

These situations often arise because someone — typically the landowner or business — failed in their legal duty to make the area safe.

Who Is Legally Responsible?

Under Section 2 of the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957, those in control of a premises — known as “occupiers” — have a duty to take reasonable care to ensure visitors are reasonably safe when using their property.

This includes:

Councils responsible for public footpaths and pavements
Businesses responsible for shop fronts and entrances
Contractors working in communal or access areas

If that duty is breached and a visitor is injured as a result, the occupier (or their insurer) can be legally liable for the consequences.

Injuries Commonly Caused by Trip Accidents

Even what seems like a “simple fall” can have serious consequences, especially for older people. We frequently see:

Fractured wrists or shoulders from instinctively trying to break a fall
Facial injuries or dental damage from direct impact
Concussion or head injuries, sometimes requiring scans or monitoring
Lacerations, scarring, or bruising to the knees, hands, and face
Long-term joint pain or nerve damage

Case Study: £20,000 Shoulder Injury Settlement

One recent client, a 60-year-old cleaner from Daubhill, Bolton, was walking along a back street behind her home when she tripped over uneven paving flags. The area had been poorly maintained and the defect had been reported to the council multiple times without action.

She fell heavily on her side, suffering a fractured shoulder that required surgery. Her recovery took many months and she was left unable to work for a period.

We successfully pursued a claim on her behalf and secured £20,000 in compensation — not only for her injury, but also for lost earnings, private physiotherapy, and travel to hospital appointments.

Can You Make a Claim?

If you've tripped and been injured because of a hazard that shouldn’t have been there, you're not alone — and you may be legally entitled to seek compensation do apply (usually 3 years from the date of the accident), so it’s important to act quickly.

Speak to a Solicitor Who Understands

At Inson Legal Limited, you won’t deal with a call centre or claims handler. You’ll speak directly to a qualified solicitor - Chris Hutchinson, with experience in securing compensation for trip-related injuries just like yours — including right here in Bolton and the surrounding areas.

✅ No win, no fee
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✅ Local knowledge and national expertiseStart Your Trip Claim Today

Call 01204 263147 or complete our short contact form to find out where you stand.

You have nothing to lose — and everything to recover.