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Accidents in Public Place Claims

When we enter a place of business or public place, we have the right to assume that those who own the premises have made sure they have taken all reasonable steps to ensure you are safe. Unfortunately, those responsible for ensuring this sometimes fall short of this duty and expose us to a risk of injury.

Our team specialises in accidents occurring in public places and have built a strong reputation working on claims such as:

  • Trips and slips in supermarkets
  • Accidents at work
  • Defects in public highways

Experts in Claims for Accidents in Public Places

Accidents in Public Place Claims

Our experienced team understand the challenges faced in making these claims such as where liability is disputed or where it is unclear who is responsible for the premises the accident occurred on. It is therefore important to seek legal advice from a legal representative who has a good knowledge of the legislation and case law in this area to be able to advise you on whether the claim has prospects of success.

Making a Claim

In all of the above examples, there is a person or business who owes you a duty of care to you to prevent exposing you to a risk/ or causing an injury. Where they are found to have breached their duties, they are said to be negligent which gives rise to a potential claim.

General Duties of Care owed:

  • Ensure that all risks are reduced as far as reasonable;
  • Ensure roads are maintained and defects repaired;
  • Ensuring (as reasonably practicable) safe passage along a highway is not endangered by snow or ice;
  • Ensuring there are no holes or slopes which risks a person’s health and safety;
  • Ensure the surface must not be uneven or slippery;
  • Ensure the area be kept free of obstructions or articles that may cause a person to trip or fall.

Sometimes it is not obvious who the person or business is that is responsible for your injury. Our team are well trained in investigating these matters and identifying the correct defendant to pursue a claim against.

We do not charge for dealing with initial enquiries even if we do not take the claim on. This way you can be safe in the knowledge that you can receive expert legal advice about your accident without committing to any obligations regarding fees. If we consider that you have a claim which is likely to be successful then we can offer you a “no win no fee” agreement.

If you would like to discuss a potential accident in a public place claim please contact us on 01273 249200 for a free no obligation discussion. We are happy to visit seriously injured clients at home or in hospital.

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Any claim must be commenced in the courts within 3 years of the date the accident occurred. For example, if your accident happened on the 1st January 2020, you must have started your claim in the courts no later than 31st December 2023, otherwise, you are barred in law from bringing a claim (unless you were under 18 at the time of your accident, then you have until your 21st Birthday). See more personal injury FAQ’s here.

Depending on the severity and complexities of the case, the length of time will vary greatly – but what is important is that we do not rush your claim so we can maximise the compensation so that your requirements are fully considered. See more personal injury FAQ’s here.

Alex is a real star. He is capable of running the most serious clinical negligence claims. He is personable, efficient and knows his cases inside out.

All the lawyers I have worked with at Dean Wilson are well organised and thorough in their approach.

A wonderful firm that has helped me from beginning to end of my case.

Alex Brown and his team have guided and advised me during my recent personal injury claim in a most professional and courteous manner. Their advice has been faultless throughout and the attention to detail when constructing statements and building my case resulted in a settlement that was on the high side of my expectations.

Leigh Barnard
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After our son had an accident at work resulting in life-changing injuries, we were given the name of this law firm to help us deal with the aftermath. Ben Davey and his team were efficient, friendly and caring and, after a great deal of hard work, we achieved a very satisfactory outcome for our son. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this firm.

Judy Wilson
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Great service and expertise during a tricky case and time in my life. Ben was brilliant and did his best to understand the confusing world of motorsport and translate to the legal world in the best way possible.

Jack Bartholomew
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Ben Davey and Tom Saady Gardiner supported us through navigating our son’s inquest. With the professionalism of Dean Wilson, delivered by Ben and our Barrister, the outcome of the inquest recognised the failings in our son’s care, which was the outcome we had hoped to achieve. Tom’s empathy and kindness was greatly appreciated over the course of the 5 day inquest. If you find yourself in this unenviable position then we would not hesitate in recommending Dean Wilson to help you navigate this overwhelming process.

Anonymous
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My experience with Dean Wilson was an excellent one. At the start of my claim, I didn’t understand what was going on and how it worked but thanks to Ben Davey, Jessica Edwards and the rest of the team who helped me comprehend how the claim works from start to finish and was always ready to give advice.

Yanesi Cadogan
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I had a case of medical negligence and I can’t praise Ben Davey enough. I was kept informed of everything all throughout my case which took a long time but was there to help all the way. I would highly recommend to anyone who needed help and my claim was settled way beyond what we expected.

Rachael Marcou
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My father sadly lost his sight due to a failure in the system in the NHS, from the moment we raised this with the team led by Ben Davey we felt in safe and trusted hands. Things were made easy for me to assist my father we came to very pragmatic conclusion to ensure my dad’s last days can be improved. Professional, supportive, timely, and kind would be my summary. Highly recommended.

Karen Deacon
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I can’t thank Dean Wilson enough for what they did for me after I was involved in a horrific road traffic accident, followed by major surgery and long rehabilitation. Ben and Tom followed my case and patiently explained to me the legal intricacies of personal injury claims. They always replied promptly to my queries using easily understandable terms. They were professional throughout, extremely competent and, last but not least, very kind and empathic.

Valeria V
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Ben Davey was highly professional, diligent and constructively helpful in his explanations. Ben quickly identified the issues and provided a practical approach to deal with the issues in question and accordingly I have no hesitation in recommending him and his firm

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