How Do I Make A Claim For An Accident In Public?

An accident in public includes any accident that could have occurred on a public premises such as parks, supermarkets, buses and shopping centres. These types of claims are also known as “Occupiers’ Liability” claims, which means that, by law, it is the responsibility of the occupiers or owners of the premises to ensure the safety of the visitors at all times.

The Occupiers’ Liability Act was introduced in Scotland in 1960. The occupier of the land is the owner, or the person held responsible for the land or premises. They have a duty of care to ensure the safety of the visitors of the premises at all times. That includes being responsible for adhering to health and safety guidelines and enforcing regular maintenance checks.

If the occupier or the owner of the premises is aware of any risks on their property that could possibly pose a hazard to the visitors, they should actively resolve it right away. If there are any hazards on the property, the occupier must clearly inform the visitors of these. Commonplace examples of these hazard warnings include wet-floor signs and signage to indicate uneven surfaces or stairs.
If you have been in an accident, contact one of our experts now at Belmont solicitors. We understand that these accidents can be incredibly traumatising to you and your family; we pride ourselves on immaculate customer service, and we guarantee to make your legal process as straightforward and stress-free as possible.

There are many ways in which you may be injured as a result of an accident in a public place; with our solicitors’ extensive knowledge, we found that the most common types of public liability cases include:

• Slips, trips, and falls – which can occur in a variety of places.
• Accidents on private land.
• Accidents in Government buildings.
• Accidents on public transport.
• Accidents in shops, cafes and restaurants.

If you have been involved in an accident in a public place, speak to our advisors now for free, impartial advice.

How much is my public liability claim worth?

The amount of compensation you will receive is significantly determined by the severity of the accident. Some factors are more influential in determining how much compensation you may get; the most common significant factors include:

• The severity of physical and psychological damage you have experienced
• Cost of the treatment you needed to recover after your accident in public
• The extent of time missed off work due to recovery from the injuries you have experienced

Our solicitors have almost three decades of combined experience in personal injury claims; they are the best possible team to advise as to how to get the highest possible compensation in the most stress-free and uncomplicated way.

How long do I have to claim?

In Scotland, you make a public liability claim for up to three years after the accident has happened. If you are under the age of 16, this time limit does not apply; your parent or guardian can claim at any moment until the age of 16 in Scotland. After the child turns 16, you can claim up to three years from their 16th birthday.

There are some exceptions during which the time limit does not apply, for example, due to health or mental health issues. If you’re unsure about whether you are still within the limit to make a claim, please get in touch with us and we can advise you.

Contact Belmont Solicitors now.

Contact our solicitors today to learn more about how we can help you with your personal injury claim. We provide our clients with a free initial consultation, during which you will be able to discuss and start your successful no-win-no-fee claim now. Get in touch with our dedicated team of personal injury experts now by calling 0141 7298 848 or email us at info@belmontsolicitors.co.uk. We are here and ready to support you, so please speak to our dedicated experts today to get started.