I am UK citizen working in Dublin. 2 months ago I slipped down the stairs of a restaurant in Dublin, I fell onto my back causing injuries to spine and hip. I was off work for 3 weeks and I am still unable to sit in the car for long periods, go to the gym or do any physical activity’s that I used to. I also have trouble sleeping due to the injuries. I was taken to hospital at the time by ambulance and given X-rays.
The steps I fell down were polished wood. They did have small black tread about half an inch? from the edge of the step but there wasn’t any nosing covering the edges, this was the part my foot slipped off. I was wearing thick soles military boot type at the time.
I am considering making a personal injury claim through the injuries board if my injuries have not improved within 6 months. I would like to know if A) being a UK not Irish citizens I can do this and B) If I stand a chance of holding the restaurant liable?
Photo of stairs
The steps I fell down were polished wood. They did have small black tread about half an inch? from the edge of the step but there wasn’t any nosing covering the edges, this was the part my foot slipped off. I was wearing thick soles military boot type at the time.
I am considering making a personal injury claim through the injuries board if my injuries have not improved within 6 months. I would like to know if A) being a UK not Irish citizens I can do this and B) If I stand a chance of holding the restaurant liable?
Photo of stairs
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