Public Liability Claim Lawyers

Have You Suffered an Injury Due To Negligent or Hazardous Conditions in a Public Place?

The absolute last thing we expect to happen when going out for our weekly groceries is to suffer a permanent long-term injury; however, slips and trips are common and sustaining a serious injury as a result of another person or an organisation’s negligence can be life-changing.

If you have been injured in a public place, then you may be entitled to compensation. Your compensation entitlement will depend on whether the organisation or person involved acted negligently; and whether that negligence lead to you being injured. Continue reading or watch the video below for more information.

What can you claim?

If you have suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to claim public liability compensation. Here are some examples of what you may be able to claim:

• Medical expenses: If you have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to claim compensation for medical expenses such as hospital bills, doctor’s fees, and prescription medication.
• Loss of income: If your injury has resulted in the inability to work, or reduced capacity to work, you may be able to claim compensation for lost income, both past and future.
• Pain and suffering: If you have suffered pain and suffering as a result of the injury, you may be able to claim compensation.
• Home care or domestic assistance: If you require ongoing care or assistance at home as a result of your injury, you may be able to claim compensation for home care or domestic assistance.
• Travel expenses: If you have had to travel as a result of the injury, for example, to attend medical appointments, you may be able to claim compensation for travel expenses.

It’s important to note that the specific types of benefits available and the process for making a claim can vary depending on the circumstances of the incident and the extent of the injury or damage. Seeking legal advice from an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you understand your rights and entitlements and how to pursue a public liability compensation claim.

What are some of the common public liability injuries?

Public liability insurance covers the policyholder for legal liability to pay compensation for injury or damage to property that is caused by the policyholder’s negligence. Some common injuries that are claimed for under public liability insurance include:

• Slip and fall injuries: Slip and fall accidents can happen in a public place or at a business location. For example, if someone slips on a wet floor in a supermarket or trips over an uneven footpath, they may be able to claim compensation for their injuries.
• Dog bites: If a dog bites someone, the owner may be liable for any injuries that are sustained. This can include medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
• Product liability: If a product is defective and causes injury or damage, the manufacturer, supplier or retailer may be held liable. This can include injuries from defective appliances, faulty equipment or defective toys.
• Workplace accidents: If an employee is injured in the workplace due to the negligence of the employer, they may be able to claim compensation for their injuries. This can include slip and fall accidents, lifting injuries and other workplace accidents.
• Sporting injuries: If someone is injured while participating in a sport, they may be able to claim compensation if the injury was caused by the negligence of another party. This can include injuries sustained in contact sports, as well as injuries caused by defective equipment or unsafe facilities.
• Public events: If someone is injured at a public event, such as a festival or concert, they may be able to claim compensation if the injury was caused by the negligence of the event organisers or other parties involved in the event.