What is an Accident in Public Claim?
Accidents in Public claims for compensation are very common. An accident in public claim is a type of claim that arises when a visitor to the property is injured as a result of the negligence of the property’s owner or occupier.
An occupier of premises is required by law to take reasonable care at all times to ensure the safety of visitors. All occupiers must periodically assess the safety of their premises and identify any potential hazards which may need attention.
If you have been injured on somebody else’s property for no fault of your own, you’re likely to be able to claim compensation.
What are the common types of accidents in public claims?
Many types of personal injury claims arise as a result of accidents in occupied buildings and properties. The most common types of occupiers liability claims we deal with include:
- Shop or Supermarket slips, trips, and falls.
- Accidents in grounds owned by a private company or person
- Injuries to workers working on premises that are not controlled by the employer of the injured party.
- Accidents in Government buildings
- Accidents on public transport
- Accidents in shops, cafes, restaurants, and shopping centres.
- Accidents whilst watching sports, concerts, or at the cinema or theatre.
How much is my accident in a public claim worth?
The amount of compensation that you could receive for your occupier’s liability claim varies depending on the seriousness of the injuries that you sustained as a result of the accident.
- General damages refer to compensation for your injuries. This will be based on your pain and suffering as a direct result of the injuries sustained in your accident.
- Special damages refer to any additional financial losses you sustained as a direct result of your injuries. These can include loss of earnings if you have had any time off work due to the accident, travel costs, home care costs, and medical costs. You should ensure that you keep receipts of any additional expenses to prove your special damages.
How long do I have to claim?
You can claim compensation up to three years after the accident in most circumstances. If you didn’t realise you were injured at the time, then you have three years from the date you discovered the injury.
For those under 18 who are injured, someone can claim on your behalf (a litigation friend) or you can claim up to three years after you turn 18, regardless of when the accident occurred.
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