Accidents frequently occur in public places, for example in the supermarket, on footpaths, in leisure centres and swimming pools, in hotels and restaurants, or on public transport, etc.

Such accidents can happen in many different ways, and could be caused by:
•    Tripping on an uneven pavement or floor
•    Slipping on a wet floor in a shop, school, hospital, leisure centre or other public place
•    Falling objects such as tiles, masonry or brickwork
•    Defective machinery and equipment, e.g. lifts, escalator, automatic doors
•    Playgrounds that have fallen into disrepair, broken swings and slides, etc.
•    Defective and poorly maintained sports equipment.

Anyone who is responsible for running, managing or maintaining an area or building that is used by the public, such as a shop, sports centre, office, train station, playground, park, pavement or road is required by law to make sure that it is safe for public use.

If they fail to do so and someone is injured as a result, then that person may have a claim for compensation.

If you have been injured as a result of an accident in a public place, then it is essential that you get the best free legal advice. Instructing Gorman Hamilton Solicitors to handle your claim will not cost you a penny. Whether you win or lose, our ‘Legalprotect’ scheme will give you complete peace of mind, knowing that you will not have any legal costs to pay.