One question that comes up a lot in the winter is regarding slip and fall on ice in the parking lot at work while on your way in to or out of work. This raises the question of who controls the parking lot. If your employer owns the parking lot and directs that employees park there, then you may be covered by workers’ compensation for your injuries. If the lot is designated as the “employee parking lot”, then you have a good chance of having your injuries covered by workers’ comp.

However, if it is a public parking lot that just happens to be near your office, but not owned by your employer and not designated as an employee parking lot, then you most likely will not be covered by workers’ compensation for your injuries. In this case, it is important for you to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney who is well versed in slip and fall accidents that will be able to assist you in receiving monetary compensation for your injuries.