If you have been injured in a public place, you may be able to pursue a claim for compensation, if the accident was the fault of whoever is responsible for the area where the accident occurred.
The responsible person/body is usually the owner or tenant of the public place. They have a responsibility in law to ensure that they have taken all reasonable steps to make the premises safe for visitors.
Examples of public places where accidents may occur are:
- Supermarkets
- Shops
- Car-parks
- Shopping Centres
- Hospitals
- Offices
- Theatres
- Cinemas
- Restaurants and Pubs
If you have had an accident in a public place please ensure that the following steps are taken:
- Report your accident to the owner or their employee
- Ensure an accident report is completed
- Write your own version of events and keep it in a safe place
- Take detailed photographs of the accident scene
- Obtain contact details of any witnesses
- Find out if there is a CCTV of your accident
To get in touch with us for advice please contact: Lyn Ryan
TMJ Legal Services
TMJ Legal Services has been helping individuals and businesses since 1986. We offer a range of advice and services.
