Slips, Trips & Falls on Private Land
Although less common than claims for slips, trips or falls in public places, compensation can also be claimed for slips, trips or falls which happen on private land or in a private residence.
Accidents of this nature also fall under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957 which states that the occupier or owner owes lawful visitors a duty of care to see that they remain reasonably safe while using the premises (or land) for the purpose for which he/she is allowed to be there. This is not an absolute duty and no-one is liable for a pure accident or another person’s misadventure.
Equally, the same can be true even if you were not a lawful visitor. If you were actually trespassing on another person’s land and suffer an accident, then you may still be able to claim for compensation. Under the Occupier’s Liability Act 1984, all occupiers or owners have a duty of care to all persons including unauthorised visitors. There are other criteria which must be met in order to pursue a valid claim but one of our specialist slip, trip or fall solicitors here at Alkers would be happy to advise you about this.
Compensation could be due where accidents have occurred in private areas where the owner or operator has not taken the legally required steps to care for potential hazards. This lack of care is fundamental to the claim procedure. If the owner has household contents insurance then they may be covered for such eventualities anyway.
The team at Alkers is well-equipped to deal with your private land slip, trip or fall compensation claim. We will take care of everything for you and keep you updated every step of the way. What’s more is that you get to keep 100% of any compensation money received – whether it’s awarded by the courts or agreed in an out of court settlement.
Contact a specialist slip, trip or fall solicitor today on freephone 0800 00 55 44 or via the enquiry form, and kick-start your ‘no win, no fee’ claim today.
