Public liability law covers a range of situations where a person has been injured due to the negligence of someone else in private premises or in public places. Individuals and businesses alike all have a duty to take care of the safety of others. At Zaparas Lawyers, our team are expert public liability lawyers with extensive knowledge in this area of law

Who’s at Fault?

If you have suffered a personal injury, it could mean that anyone responsible for that public place has failed to fulfil their duty to protect you. Who exactly should be held to account for this will depend on where the accident occurred.

It is the responsibility of the company, governing body, or individual who owns (and/or manages) the public area to maintain it in such a way that it is suitable for use by the general public. Therefore, they are responsible for any accidents that occur on their premises.

Owners of property which is accessible to the general public should have adequate insurance coverage that can be used to compensate members of the public in the unfortunate event they sustain an injury whilst on the property due to negligence.

Our dedicated public liability solicitors in Melbourne are known experts in their field. We help everyday Australians who find themselves in unfortunate circumstances by ensuring they receive the proper care and compensation they deserve. Call us today on 1800 927 272 for a free, confidential chat with one of our experienced Melbourne public liability lawyers.

Making a public liability claim

In a public liability claim, you will need to prove that your injury suffered was “caused by a breach in the duty of care owed to you by the entity responsible for the area in which you were injured”. In simplified terms, the key elements a public liability lawyer has to prove for a successful public liability claim are:

•  That the individual or organisation at fault owed you a duty of care;
• That the individual or organisation breached that duty of care due to negligence;
• As a result of their negligence, you were hurt and suffered a loss.

See the FAQ section below “What will I be entitled to?” on what sort of loss, as mentioned above, you can potentially claim under public liability.
Get in touch with our expert public liability solicitors who will guide you through your claim to ensure you know about your rights and entitlements – call us today on 1800 927 272.

Have you suffered an injury from an accident which was not your fault?

If you have incurred personal injury due to an accident or incident that wasn’t your fault, you may be able to seek compensation for your injuries through a public liability claim.

Public liability law covers a range of situations where a person has been injured due to the negligence of someone else, whether on private premises or within a public place. Individuals and businesses alike have a duty to take care of the safety of others.

At Zaparas Lawyers, our team are expert public liability lawyers with extensive knowledge in this area of law. Public liability cases are subject to strict time limits, it’s best to speak with a public liability lawyer without delay. To understand how much your public liability claim may be worth, call us 1800 927 272 and one of our team of friendly public liability experts will be happy to help.

Public liability insurance covers businesses that occupy the property (and in some instances may also include private residences). If you are injured due to the negligence of someone else in a public place, or in someone else’s property, you may be able to claim lump-sum compensation. Some examples of injuries incurred in public places include:

• Injuries on a footpath, in a park or other public areas (e.g. slips, trips and falls);
• Recreational and sporting injuries (e.g. jet-ski and diving accidents);
• Injuries in rental premises (e.g. landlord/tenant);
• Boating or Aviation injuries;
• Injuries in commercial, retail or private buildings (e.g. shopping centres, parking lots, night clubs or bars);
• Injuries caused by animals (e.g. dog attacks, equestrian accidents);
• Back injuries as a result of a fall in public;
• Schoolyard injuries (physical, emotional and/or psychological);
• Amusement park injuries; and
• Injuries on public transport (e.g. buses, trams, and trains).

Personal injury can arise due to falling or misplaced objects, exposure to dangerous/hazardous material, potholes and inadequate maintenance. Injuries can include slips, trips and falls, neck injuries, back injuries, muscle injuries, food poisoning, sexual and physical assaults or psychological injuries. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of instances where you can claim for public liability compensation.

For more information on whether your injury is eligible for compensation, call us for an obligation and cost-free consultation today on 1800 927 272 or fill in our online enquiry form to request a call back at a time which works best for you.