Pages On: Public Place Accidents
Suffering an accident in a public place can be unsettling and unexpected. We try to go about our lives hoping to not run into health hazards, but it’s not always up to us to prevent dangers. Wherever you are, be it a hotel, store, or gym, businesses have a duty of care to our safety, when this duty lapses, and injuries occur, they are liable and can be sued. If you have suffered such an accident and feel you are not to blame, you could be entitled to occupiers liability compensation. It could, however, be public liability compensation, if it wasn’t a business you were injured in, such as a school or on a public pavement that was poorly maintained. Regardless, there is legal help for those who have been injured in a public place.
What is the Difference Between Occupiers Liability and Public Liability Claims?
Posted: 29 September 2025
Posted in: Public Place Accidents
When it comes to personal injury law, understanding the distinctions between various types of claims is important for a claim to be successful. Two commonly confused types of claims are Occupiers Liability and Public Liability Claims. Both can arise from accidents in public places but differ in their contexts and implications. Occupiers Liability Claims concern the responsibilities of those who control a property. This can include the business occupying the premises — if they are the property owner — or the landlord. They’re legally obligated to ensure that their premises…
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Pavement Injury Claims in London - Your Guide to Pursuing Compensation
Posted in: Public Place Accidents
The streets of London — bustling with pedestrians — can be hazardous. Poorly maintained pavements, uneven surfaces, and obstructions create risks that can lead to serious accidents. Although considered minor by many, pavement caused injuries can have a devastating impact on your life. If you’ve suffered an injury due to an unsafe pavement in London, you may be entitled to compensation; a process known as a pavement injury claims. Pavement Injury Claims in London At Accident Claims London we understand the emotional and physical toll that these injuries take on you. Navigating…
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Slips, Trips, and Falls in London — How to Make a Compensation Claim
Posted in: Public Place Accidents
With its crowded streets and diverse range of businesses, the risk of accidents in London — particularly slips, trips, and falls — are significant. These accidents can occur anywhere, from unkept pavements to bus stations, from boutique stores, to thriving offices. While some may view these accidents as minor, they potentially have serious repercussions, leading to personal injuries that may require long-term treatment. If you find yourself injured due to someone else’s negligence, it’s crucial to seek justice. The compassionate team at Accident Claims London are here to provide guidance, and support…
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Mass Cycling Accident at Tour De France Caused by Spector with Sign
Posted: 28 June 2021
Posted in: Bicycle Accidents, Road Traffic Accidents, Sporting Injuries
A spectator holding a large cardboard sign during Stage 1 of 2021 Tour De France on Saturday is responsible for a crash involving a significant number of cyclists. The yet unidentified cycling fan was showing the sign over the edge of the road trying to show a message to her Grandparents by appearing on TV. The cycling accident led to multiple personal injuries for many of the riders, one rider has been forced to abandon the competition as a result. The spectator fled the scene after the crash. Police and…
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Public Liability Compensation Claims in London
Posted in: Public Place Accidents
Accidents happen in public, and often they’re just that, accidents – but sometimes, someone has done something that inadvertently puts you at risk. This kind of carelessness from a business or property occupier is usually grounds to seek public liability compensation. Speak to our professionals on 02038115808^ to discuss your personal injury, and if you have a case to pursue a claim. Some of the Types of Public Liability Compensation Claims we Handle: Store, Supermarket & Shopping Center Injury Claims Claim Compensation For An Accident Whilst Shopping Read More Here…
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Shop Accident Compensation Claims in London
Posted in: Public Place Accidents, Shop Accidents
We all understand that this risk of shop accidents are a simple part of everyday life. Unfortunate things can happen to anyone, at any time, and in all sorts of situations. However, there are accidents that are simply unnecessary, accidents that have simply occurred due to someone else’s error. In London in particular, it is essential that customers and staff alike have a champion on their side when it comes to accidents within our shops and retail premises. The Retail Sector in London is Massive It some ways, it is…
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Hotel Accidents & Injuries in London
Posted in: Hotel Accidents, Public Place Accidents
If an accident has happened to you either as a customer or member of staff in a London hotel, and you have been injured, then you may be eligible to make a personal injury claim. If that hotel accident means that you, or someone close to you, has experienced physical, emotional or financial loss as the result of another person’s negligence, then it is absolutely right that you seek compensation for your losses. The kind of accidents you might expect within a hotel could include anything from slips and trips…
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Gym Injury Compensation Claims in London
Posted in: Gym & Leisure Centre Accidents, Public Place Accidents
One such area is when gym accidents occur as a result of poor equipment or facilities maintenance, poor or non-existent instruction or the kind of slips, trips and falls that can be common in a leisure environment. The number of gym users in the UK reached 7.6 million in 2012, with research suggesting that consumers are waking up to a new way to work out at a cheaper price-point. With any operation where profit margins are pared back to the bone, there is always a worry that corners will be…
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