Public liability claim

They have a legal duty ensure all areas open to the public are safe and that risk of injury to visitors is minimised. Public liability covers all locations open to members of the public, including schools, supermarkets and other shops, public footpaths, parks, swimming pools, restaurants, even privately owned homes.

If you have been injured in an accident in a public place you may be able to claim compensation for personal injuries and financial losses. We have an entire department dedicated to the successful pursuit of such claims.

Other areas of expertise/types of claim

We deal with a wide range of public liability claims, including:

• accidents at school
• accidents on another persons property
• slips, trips and falls
• falling items
• faulty barriers
• being attacked by an animal

Why use Access Legal from Shoosmiths?

We understand the distress caused by such accidents, particularly the longer term impacts that such accidents can cause victims and their families.

Our approach is sympathetic and understanding. Access Legal from Shoosmiths offers highly skilled and approachable lawyers who take the time to listen and understand your situation. We appreciate the technicalities of pursuing a personal injury claim can be worrying and confusing, so we aim to provide practical advice in a clear and simple manner, and keep you informed throughout your public liability claim. We provide advice and assistance to achieve the best possible result for you.

Our experts

We have a dedicated team of lawyers specialising in compensation claims arising out of accidents in public places.  Our team of lawyers, who include members of the Association of Personal Injuries Lawyers (APIL), offer the highest level of legal expertise, dedication and sensitivity, along with a proven track record in successfully pursuing such claims.

Important things to consider

Evidence

It is important in any public liability claim to provide evidence in support of your allegations.  We recommend that photographs are taken of the cause of the accident, identify independent witnesses to the accident, and keep a copy of accident book entries.

Evidential documentation is also extremely important in proving the value of your claim. If you have incurred financial losses as a result of the accident – loss  such as loss of earnings, travel expenses, property damage, medication costs – you should retain all documentation, including receipts, invoices, letters and payslips, so that these losses can be recovered.

Additional services

We are part of a much wider organisation offering assistance with all the legal needs that may flow from your claim.

If your settlement is substantial you may need to protect that sum, and we can advise you on the benefits of setting up a trust to protect your compensation from DSS benefits deduction.

In addition, accidents and injuries tend to make us all very aware of our own mortality. We can provide assistance if you wish to make a will.

What do I do next?

If you have recently suffered an injury due to an accident in a public place and wish to make a public liability claim, speak to one of our dedicated specialists on 03700 86 86 86.

There are statutory time limits involved in pursing claims for personal injury and so it is important you speak to a legal advisor as soon as possible.

All the information you provide is treated with utmost confidentiality.