Occupiers Liability

Understanding occupiers liability claims: your rights after an accident.

When an accident happens on private property, we understand how overwhelming the impact can be on your life and wellbeing.

Our experienced personal injury team will guide you through the process of making a claim, ensuring you receive the support and compensation you need to move forward.

How we can help

Every accident is unique and the impact can be far-reaching. We will help you understand your rights and options if you have experienced:

• Physical injuries requiring immediate or long-term medical care
• Changes to your ability to work or enjoy daily activities
• Financial pressures from medical expenses and lost earnings
• Challenges adapting to life after the accident

Making your claim

If you’ve been injured due to unsafe conditions on private property, you may be entitled to compensation. Our Personal Injury team will carefully assess your situation and guide you through each step of the claims process.

Types of accidents we handle

Occupiers liability claims typically involve incidents such as:

• Slips, trips and falls on private property
• Injuries from unsafe property conditions
• Accidents caused by poor maintenance
• Incidents involving hazardous items or conditions on private land

Understanding your injuries

We have extensive experience supporting clients with various injuries, including:

• Spinal cord trauma
• Brain and head injuries (adult and child)
• Orthopaedic and soft tissue damage
• Crushing injuries
• Amputations
• Neurological conditions
• Degloving
• Burns and scarring
• Internal injuries
• Dental trauma

Time limits for making a claim

The Limitation Act 1980 states that an individual has three years from the date of an accident to start court proceedings. It is therefore important to seek legal advice as early as possible as this allows us to:

• Gather crucial evidence promptly
• Begin necessary medical assessments
• Secure interim payments where possible
• Start rehabilitation at the earliest opportunity

For claims involving children, the time limit extends to their 21st birthday, but we recommend seeking advice sooner to ensure the best possible outcome.