Although whiplash is usually associated with car accidents, slips and falls can also cause it. In fact anything that can cause the neck to jilt sideways, backwards or forwards can cause the injury. There is no set time limit on how long it takes a person to recover from a whiplash injury. It may take a few weeks, months, in some cases they may never fully recover.
Slips and falls in supermarkets can also cause injuries such as broken bones, or damage the joins, especially those around the knee. No matter what accident you become involved in it is important that you report it to a member of staff.
All supermarkets have an accident report book, this is where they write down any details of accidents that taken place within the supermarket. Not only does it allow them to prevent future accidents, it acts as a legal document.
If you become involved in a supermarket accident, it is important that you seek medical attention. They will then be able to tell you how severe your injuries are, some injuries such as whiplash may take a few days to make themselves known. Is it important you seek further medical attention if this happens. When speaking to medics let them know that you have been involved in a supermarket accident, they will then be able to link any injuries with the accident.
If you have been involved in a supermarket accident in the last three years then you may be able to make a supermarket accident claim for compensation. Claims against supermarkets can be tricky and therefore it is important that you have a strong lawyer on your side. The Injury Lawyers are an independent law firm, and our team of successful lawyers will do everything they can to get you the compensation you deserve. For more information or to speak to someone regarding a possible claim contact the Injury Lawyers today.