Typical accident locations
Sidewalks, entrances, driveways, stairs, parking areas, and other places with snow and ice clearing duties.
Legal assessment
Berlin and across Germany
Review Claims After an Ice Slip Accident Without Unnecessary Cost Risk
If you slipped on icy sidewalks, stairs, driveways, or parking areas, I review liability, evidence, and the next steps.
These points usually matter most:
- ›Review of snow and ice clearing duties, evidence, and possible contributory fault
- ›Assessment of compensation, medical costs, and other losses
- ›Securing photos, witness details, and records about the location
- ›Clear feedback on whether and how the claim can be pursued sensibly
The earlier the scene and the injuries are documented, the better liability can be assessed legally.
Important to know: In ice slip cases, liability often depends on who was responsible for the area and whether it was cleared or treated in time.
Full service in English language
Key points in ice slip cases
Secure evidence quickly
Photos, time, temperature, weather conditions, and visible ice help later when the claim is assessed.
Who may be responsible
Depending on the area, owners, tenants, property managers, operators, or other duty holders may be involved.
Which losses matter
Medical costs, compensation, lost work time, and other losses are assessed based on the course of the injury.
Frequently asked questions
Who may be liable after an ice slip accident?
That depends on the exact location. Depending on the area, owners, property managers, tenants, or operators may be involved.
What should I secure right after the fall?
Helpful items include photos of the ice and surface, notes on time and weather, witness details, and medical records.
Can there be a claim without a direct collision opponent?
Yes. In ice slip cases, the issue is often a breach of the duty to clear or grit the area.
How does the initial review work?
You briefly describe the location, the icy conditions, and the injuries. I then provide an initial legal assessment.
Do I need to come to the office?
No. Intake and further coordination can be handled fully digitally or by phone.
Lara Kruse
2 months ago
Thank you so much for your prompt assistance in my rather complex case. I can highly recommend you – reliable, friendly, and straightforward!
Luisa Kr
3 months ago
Fast case processing, very friendly contact, would gladly use their services again (not the accident itself, but the handling of the case by Dr. Lerch...)
Dénes B.
2 weeks ago
Mr. Lerch provided me with highly professional, calm, and dedicated support throughout my legal proceedings. I particularly appreciated his honest assessment of my case and the clear communication he maintained throughout the entire process. Thanks to his strategy and preparation, we achieved a significantly better outcome than originally anticipated in the penalty order. I felt well-advised and taken seriously at all times. I can therefore wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Lerch and thank him again for his support. B. Paal
How it works
Step 1
Describe the fall
You send the key facts about the location, the ice conditions, and your injuries.
Step 2
Review liability and evidence
I assess who may have been responsible and which records support the case.
Step 3
Assess the legal position
You receive an initial legal assessment of the claim, risks, and the sensible next step.
Step 4
Agree on next steps
If the claim should be pursued further, we agree on a structured next-step approach.
About Dr. Lerch
Dr. Philipp Lerch handles personal injury matters with a focus on clear liability assessment, reliable evidence, and direct lawyer-led support. In ice slip cases, early documentation is often decisive.
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