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.

Glasgow Drivers Likely to be Involved in Car Accidents Abroad
Posted: 11 April 2016
Posted in: Accidents and Sickness Abroad, Car Accidents, Road Traffic Accidents
A new report has found that drivers from Glasgow are joint-first in being the most likely to be involved in a car accident when abroad. A study, which questioned more than 1,500 drivers, found that drivers from Plymouth and Glasgow were the most likely to be involved in an accident abroad, with two-thirds of drivers from both cities struggling to deal with the loss of orientation. As well as finding that Glasgow drivers were likely to cause road traffic accidents, the study also revealed that around half of drivers from…
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Glasgow City Council pays out over £1.4 Million in Pothole Compensation
Posted: 8 February 2016
Posted in: Pedestrian Injuries, Pothole Injuries, Public Place Accidents, Road Traffic Accidents
A recent report has revealed that Glasgow city council paid out more than £1.4 million in pothole compensation in the past four years. The information, which was obtained by a Freedom of Information request, was only made available after a fee had been paid to the council to disclose the information. The council receives, on average, 50 monthly compensation claims regarding potholes, with two-thirds of all claims being personal injury claims as a result of potholes or accidents caused by issues with the road. Two of the biggest cases resulted…
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Supermarket and Shop Accident Claims Glasgow
Posted in: Public Place Accidents, Shop Accidents
Retail employers owe a duty of care not only to the people who work for them but also to the customers who visit their stores. The retail industry varies widely from department stores and giant 24 hour supermarkets to smaller independent retailers. No matter what kind of store you have been injured in, if you were not to blame, you may be able to make a shop accident claim against the company’s insurance. Supermarket Injury Claims Shop accidents can happen for many reasons. Store workers may be pressurised to complete…
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Sports Injury Compensation Glasgow
Posted in: Public Place Accidents, Sporting Injuries
There is always an element of risk when you play or watch of a sports injury and sometimes people get injured in an accident that no one is to blame for. However, if someone is at fault for an injury you suffered, you may be able to claim compensation for the damage caused. Injured While Playing Sport Even if you play a relatively slow paced sport like bowls, you run the risk of pulling a muscle, tripping over equipment or falling over. A high contact sport such as rugby, ice…
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Public Place Injury Claims Glasgow
Posted in: Public Place Accidents
If you were injured in a public place and it was not your fault, you may be able to claim compensation. Public spaces usually come under the responsibility of local councils who have a duty make sure that the space is safe for public use. This includes the upkeep of pavement, as well as roads for potholes If the council neglect this duty by not paying the due care or attention to the area’s upkeep and maintenance, you may be able to make a claim against them. What is a…
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Pavement Injury Claim Glasgow
Posted in: Pedestrian Injuries, Pothole Injuries, Public Place Accidents
If those responsible do not maintain public places like streets or pavements, such as a local council, it can become a hazard to the public. Broken slabs and potholes can cause falls. Trips can be caused by an uneven walking surface where some slabs are raised much higher than the others. A member of the public could slip and be injured if mud, leaves and debris are allowed to build up on a street. A pavement injury could seem innocuous, but slipping, tripping or falling awkwardly could have serious ramifications…
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Glasgow Slip, Trip and Fall Injury Claims
Posted in: Public Place Accidents, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Slip
Slips, trips and falls can happen anywhere and are among the most common types of claims in the UK. Thankfully, the injuries received from a fall are usually minimal. However, the worst cases can involve severe injuries such as back injuries, hip injuries, broken bones, paralysis or brain damage. If you suffered a slip, trip and fall as a result of the negligence of your employer, a supermarket or local council, you might be able to make a claim against them for damages. Contact our solicitors today on 01418 465 957 to…
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Close to £300,000 Paid out to Teachers in Injury Compensation
Posted: 11 January 2016
Posted in: School Accidents, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Slip
Around £290,000 was given to teachers who had been injured in the workplace in the last year, according to a new study carried out by the-the Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS). According to the figures collected by the organisation, one teacher alone was offered £150,000 after slipping on ice outside a school. Slips, trips, and falls were the most common type of injury with the vast majority a result of dangerous, uneven or slippery surfaces. Other common injuries were due to objects falling onto teachers, with one being injured by…
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Rugby Study Links Concussions to Loss of Brain Function
Posted: 24 August 2015
Posted in: Head and Brain Injuries, Sporting Injuries
A study of rugby union players has linked concussions to a lack of brain function in what could be a groundbreaking study for rugby and dealing with head injuries in general. The research, which was carried out by World Rugby took 485 men and compared amateur and professional players with matched control groups. However, despite a link being noted between sporting injuries and loss of brain function, the organisation stated that more research needed to be carried out to truly determine if there was any link although many medical experts…
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Asbestos in School Must be Eradicated
Posted: 13 July 2015
Posted in: Asbestos Exposure, Industrial Deafness and Disease, Mesothelioma, School Accidents
A senior Union member has called for the government to eradicate asbestos from schools once and for all following a report into the conditions of education centres. According to a report, asbestos remains present in 86% of schools leading to “unnecessary deaths”. The National Union of Teachers has accused the Government of failing “to address the legacy of asbestos in schools” and said it is a “scandal” that the Government have failed to address the serious issue that affects teachers and young children. Asbestos Illnesses Statistics from the Health and…
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Alasdair Gray Suffers Injuries Following Fall
Posted: 29 June 2015
Posted in: Leg Injuries, Personal Injury, Public Place Accidents, Spine & Back Injuries
The well-known artist and writer Alasdair Gray has suffered injuries to his back, head and legs following a fall at his house in Glasgow. Paramedics rushed to the scene in the West End of Glasgow to treat Mr. Gray, however, it is thought that his injuries are not life-threatening. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, with Mr. Gray being rushed to hospital to receive treatment. Police Scotland confirmed that the injuries were not life-threatening but were unsure of what had caused the incident, admitting that inquiries…
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Thomas Cook Facing Legal Action After Two Children Die in Corfu
Posted: 20 May 2015
Posted in: Accidents and Sickness Abroad, Personal Injury, Public Place Accidents, Wrongful & Accidental Death
Thomas Cook is facing legal action after the deaths of two children as a result of two children in Corfu. An inquest found that two children had been ‘unlawfully killed’ when they were overcome by fumes from a faulty boiler at the resort where they were staying. However, the incident has resulted in numerous people criticising the travel agent for injuries sustained when holidaying with Thomas Cook. It is expected that the high profile case against the travel operator could result in a string of personal injury claims as well…
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Fatal Accident Inquiries to be Debated By MSPs
Posted: 5 May 2015
Posted in: Accidents and Sickness Abroad, Personal Injury, Wrongful & Accidental Death
MSPs are to debate whether or not Fatal Accident Inquiries (FAI) should be reformed following recommendations from a senior judge. Lord Cullen was asked by the Scottish government in 2008 to review the law on fatal accident inquiries and made 36 suggested reforms in his report to how FAIs are conducted in Scotland. One of the recommendations was to review the deaths of Scots abroad after their bodies had been brought home. It was hoped that by conducting an FAI following a death abroad it would demonstrate how the person…
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Not Enough Being Done to Protect Players from Head Injuries In Rugby
Posted: 22 April 2015
Posted in: Head and Brain Injuries, Sporting Injuries
The world of rugby was left shocked once again following the death of an amateur Australian rugby player after he suffered a head knock. Nicholas Tooth collided with an opponent’s shoulder when making a tackle and despite being rushed to the hospital, he died the next day. The president of the Quirindi Lions football club, Charles Murray said: “It really was just a tragic accident, Nick went in to tackle an opponent and his head clashed with [the opponent’s] shoulder and he went down.”“There was no foul play, nothing untoward…
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Trampoline Park Neck Injury Victim To Sue For £100,000
Posted: 20 April 2015
Posted in: Foot Injuries, Gym & Leisure Centre Accidents, Head and Brain Injuries, Neck Injuries, Public Place Accidents, Shoulder Injuries, Spine & Back Injuries
A man who broke his neck at a trampoline park in Edinburgh is taking legal action against the company despite signing a disclaimer. Chris McKenna suffered a suspected broken neck when visiting the park and was one of the 100 plus people injured in the first three weeks of the park opening. The case, which is being launched directly against the trampoline park, could be lodged at the Court of Session by the Summer. It is understood that the case is not a stand alone case, with more than ten…
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Trampoline Park Waiver “Unenforceable”
Posted: 16 March 2015
Posted in: Gym & Leisure Centre Accidents, Neck Injuries, Public Place Accidents
A waiver signed by customers injured in a new trampoline park in Edinburgh preventing them from taking legal action may be “unenforceable” under Scots Law. The park, Ryze, saw over 100 injuries in less than three weeks from when it opened its doors. The document, which was offered to customers before they began their jumps may not be compliant with Scots Law according to a report from the Edinburgh Evening News. Duty Of Care The park has been subject to a number of serious injuries such as broken limbs and…
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Scottish Trampoline Park Closes Amid Health And Safety Concerns
Posted: 2 March 2015
Posted in: Gym & Leisure Centre Accidents, Head and Brain Injuries, Neck Injuries, Personal Injury, Public Place Accidents
An Edinburgh based trampoline park has shut amid concerns over its license, with over 100 people receiving injuries in the premises within the first three weeks of it opening its doors. The park may be subject to legal action after it was revealed by The Edinburgh Evening News that the waiver signed by customers to prevent personal injury claims may be “unenforceable” under Scots law. 100 Injuries The park saw more than 100 incidents in three weeks, with seven people seriously injured. Injuries varied from broken limbs to head knocks,…
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High Profile Rugby Case Highlight Sport Concussion Concerns
Posted: 16 February 2015
Posted in: Head and Brain Injuries, Sporting Injuries
The decision by the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) to allow George North to play on following a concussion in the opening game of the Six Nations has been met with criticism by medical experts. North was clearly knocked out in front of a sold out Millennium Stadium in the match against England. Despite the player needing treatment, the Wales coaching team and medical team claimed that they had not seen the incident, despite slow motion replays. “Greater Problem Than Ever” Professor Willie Stewart, who sits on World Rugby’s concussion advisory panel said: “The…
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Councils Pay Out Over £15 Million in Damages
Posted: 5 January 2015
Posted in: Pothole Injuries, Public Place Accidents
Scottish councils have paid out over £15.5 million in damages according to a report regarding compensation claims in Scotland in the last five years. The vast majority of payments were a result of claims were due to poor road conditions and potholes, with water related incidents also resulting in some of the highest claims against the Scottish councils. Claims Down £3 Million Despite the astonishing figure, the report also found that the numbers reflected a decrease in payouts over the last period, with an average decrease of £3 million paid…
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UK Potholes Worse Than Ever As Fears Of Road Accidents Rise
Posted: 3 December 2014
Posted in: Pothole Injuries, Road Traffic Accidents
Official figures show that the number of potholes on UK roads are increasing, potentially leading to further accidents on UK roads and an increase in insurance claims on the road. 17% of Road Unfit According to government figures, over 2,600 roads are in dire need of maintenance work due to extreme disrepair. In total, according to statistics from the Department for Transport 17% of roads in the UK require work carried out due to potholes or poor driving surfaces. In total 19,000 miles of road could potentially be put forward…
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Holiday Victim of E.coli Claims £3,000 in Compensation from Tour Operator
Posted: 22 September 2014
Posted in: Accidents and Sickness Abroad, Food Poisoning, Restaurant Accidents
A man who contracted E.coli whilst on holiday in Tunisia has received £3,000 in compensation from tour operator Thomas Cook. Mr Pallant was admitted to hospital for several days after his trip to the Vincci Taj Sultan resort in Tunisia in June 2013. He had booked the break through Thomas Cook. Consuming food that is undercooked or that has been washed in contaminated water can cause the e.coli infection. Mr Pallant said in a statement that hygiene standards were not adhered to in the resort restaurants – with birds flying around…
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Company Prosecuted After Child's Head Becomes Trapped in Electric Fence
Posted: 14 July 2014
Posted in: Head and Brain Injuries, Public Place Accidents, School Accidents
A company have been prosecuted for failing to install an adequate safety guard on an electric gate that trapped a young boy at a primary school in Stourbridge. The Court heard on 10 July 204, that the eight-year-old boy was injured when his head became trapped between the edge of the closing gate and the gate post. The boy suffered significant bruising to the right side of his head and to his ear. The boy’s father witnessed the incident and tried to hold the gate to stop it closing any…
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Slip and Trip Injuries in Glasgow Cost Council £400,000
Posted: 5 May 2014
Posted in: Pedestrian Injuries, Pothole Injuries, Public Place Accidents
Over 750 claims for slip and trip injuries have been made to Glasgow City Council over the passed two years, resulting in just under £400,000 being paid out to compensate for the accidents. The figures, obtained by the Evening Times under the Freedom of Information Act, show that a majority of those claims have been settled, with approximately 250 still being dealt with. The claims follow falls caused by pavement and road potholes in the city. In some cases those trips and falls have resulted in serious injuries, including severe…
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Asbestos in schools – call for strategic plan
Posted: 3 April 2014
Posted in: Asbestos Exposure, School Accidents
A strategic plan for asbestos removal and containment is necessary in order to manage asbestos in schools, according to not-for-profit campaign group, the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL). APIL made the call in its response to the Department for Education’s policy review on asbestos management in schools in England and Wales. It also called for the reintroduction of proactive inspections and clarity about who is responsible for asbestos risk in academies, free schools, private schools and nurseries Asbestos is present in 75% of schools in England and 85% of…
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