Accidents in Public Places
There is the potential for accidents to happen anywhere and the most common are
trips and falls on public pathways, pavements and wet floors. All Councils, shop
owners and other owners of property to which the public have access have a legal
duty to ensure all reasonable steps are taken to avoid accidents and injury to members
of the public. Some injuries can have serious after effects leading to permanent
disability and we can help you win compensation. Other accidents that can occur
in public places are:-
- Slipping and Tripping i.e. cracked pavements
- Items falling because they’re not secured properly i.e. falling masonry and scaffolding
- Faulty lifts, barriers and doors etc.
- Injuries caused at displays, concerts and other public gatherings i.e. fireworks
- Food poisoning
- Burns and scalds caused in a public place