Public Liability Lawyers
If you have suffered an injury on someone else’s premises, call BPC Lawyers at (02) 8280 6900.
Public Liability Lawyers
A slip, trip and fall can happen anywhere at anytime. These accidents usually come under the headings of “Public Liability” or “Occupier’s Liability”.
If your accident has occurred in a public place, such as a public park, it falls under “Public Liability”.
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If you have suffered an injury on someone else’s premises, call BPC Lawyers today.
Contact BPC Lawyers at (02) 8280 6900 to get free legal consultation.
If your accident has occurred one someone’s premises, such as a shop or restaurant, it falls under “Occupier’s Liability”.
Some examples of places you could be hurt include:
- Supermarket or shopping centre
- Rental property or a home for which there is home contents insurance
- Hotel, night club or bar
- Entertainment venues, concert venues and sporting venues
- Local park or public footpath
- Boating accidents
- Public transport
- Dog attacks
- On school premises
- At a gymnasium
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Common accidents that can give rise to a personal injury claim include slipping, tripping or falling because of dangerous spillage or broken/damaged surfaces.
If you have suffered an injury on someone else’s premises, you may be entitled to compensation under personal injury accident law. Strict time limits apply in accident law, so we recommend you speak to our specialist public liability lawyers at BPC as soon as you have experienced an accident.
An expert public liability lawyer sydney will help gather adequate evidence to support your claim. Notice of claim will then be served on the owner or occupier of the property where you have suffered an accident. The owner/occupier will then be required to respond to your public liability claims.
An experienced public liability lawyers Sydney will help ensure the owner/occupier:
- responds to any offer of settlement which you have made
- makes an assessment of the amount of your claim
- makes a written offer
If your public liability claims Sydney does not settle, we will assist with court proceedings to ensure you obtain the best outcome. So if you have suffered as the result of public negligence, you should speak to us today as you might be entitled to compensation.
Our team of expert public liability lawyers have over 30 years of experience.
We will ensure your public liability claims Sydney are handled with sensitivity and utmost efficiency.
Our Public Liability Lawyers
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Industry Awards:
BPC is recognised by the Doyles Guide in the area of public liability:
- Leading Public Liability Compensation Law Firm (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2015-2024;
Courtenay Poulden
- Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2021-2024;
- Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2020;
- Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2016-2019.
Scott Hall-Johnston
- Preeminent Lawyer – Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2022-2024;
- Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2020-2021;
- Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyer (Plaintiff) – NSW, 2016
Mark Nelson
- Preeminent Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2020-2024;
- Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2016-2019
Kate Henderson
- Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2018-2022;
- Leading Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2017
Tim Driscoll
- Recommended Public Liability Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) – New South Wales, 2023 – 2024;
Frequently Asked Questions
Public liability refers to the legal responsibility of individuals, businesses, or organisations to ensure the safety of others who visit or use their premises or services. If someone is injured due to negligence in maintaining a safe environment, the responsible party may be held liable. This can include incidents in shopping centres, parks, restaurants, or any public space.
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In New South Wales, you generally have three years from the date of the incident to file a public liability claim. However, it’s crucial to seek legal advice as soon as possible after the incident. Some circumstances may allow for extensions, but it’s best not to delay. Early action ensures better preservation of evidence and witness recollections.
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Compensation in public liability cases can cover various aspects, including:
- Medical expenses and ongoing treatment costs
- Loss of income and future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Home modification expenses if required due to injuries
- Cost of care and assistance The exact compensation will depend on the specific circumstances of your case and the extent of your injuries.
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Many public liability claims are settled out of court through negotiations with the responsible party’s insurance company.
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Many public liability lawyers in Sydney, including our Public Liability Lawyers at BPC, work on a “no win, no fee” basis. This means you don’t pay legal fees unless your claim is successful.
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