INJURED IN A PUBLIC PLACE?
Accidents happen. But if you get injured in a public place and some else is at fault, you might be entitled to make a public liability compensation claim. If someone has failed in their duty of care and you have been injured, compensation can cover both economic and non-economic loss. Our expert public liability lawyers can help guide you through the process and take the stress out of making a compensation claim.
You focus on recovering from you injury and we’ll take care of your claim.
DO YOU QUALIFY FOR COMPENSATION?
If you or a family member have been injured on a walkway or footpath, or a sporting field, or a playground, you may be eligible to make a compensation claim. Other places where injuries can occur include shopping centres, retail outlets, theme parks, sporting venues or any other public place. The organisations and people who manage public places have a duty of care and a legal obligation to ensure the safety of anyone who may enter or use their facilities..
As one of Australia’s leading specialist Personal Injury Law Firms, Wyatts has an expert team of public liability lawyers with the experience and dedication to help you with your compensation claim. If you’ve been injured in a public place but you’re not sure if you can make a claim, call us for an obligation-free consultation.
Public liability claims cover a range of physical and psychological injuries.
Back injuries
Neck injuries
Arm/hand/leg/foot injuries
Slips, trips and falls
Psychological Injuries
Sexual or physical assaults
WHAT YOU CAN CLAIM
Common public liability claims can include:
- Past and future loss of income or earnings
- Past and future medical, rehabilitation and other treatment-related expenses
- Cost of domestic care and help (provided by family, friends or others)
- Pain and suffering, including psychological suffering
- Reduced enjoyment and quality of life
- A contribution to the legal costs you have incurred
EXAMPLES OF PUBLIC LIABILITY CLAIMS
There are many kinds of situations, accidents and injuries that can lead to a compensation claim. We’ve included a few here to help you see if your situation fits. If you’re not sure, we’re only a phone call away for an obligation-free case evaluation a friendly and caring public liability lawyer.
Places where a public injury claim may arise
Types of injuries that may be claimed under public liability
Private premises including shopping centres, supermarkets and gyms
Back injuries
Public places including parks, playgrounds and leisure centres
Neck injuries
Rental premises
Arm, hand, leg or foot injuries
Aeroplanes and cruise ships
Slips, trips and falls
Schools and childcare centres
Physical or psychological injuries
Recreational and sporting facilities
Sexual assaults and physical injuries
If you have been injured and think you have a claim, the liability lawyers at Wyatts can help make sure the full extent of your injuries are considered, and work with you to prepare your claim to ensure you get everything you are entitled to.
HOW TO GET STARTED
The process of making a compensation claim can be complicated, but we’ve done this for thousands of people just like you. We can help prepare your claim and keep you fully informed every step of the way.
To help ensure your claim is successful, it is important that you collect as much evidence as possible related to your potential claim and any injuries you have sustained. For example, take photos of the injury, and the place where it occurred. You should also write an account of what happened, including the details of any witnesses to the incident. And keep copies of any medical reports, records and receipts relating to your injury.
Then we can help get your claim started.
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CONTACT WYATTS
Tell us about your injury and what happened. We’ll listen to you and take the time to get to know you so we can fully understand your situation, physical condition and needs.
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YOUR ELIGIBILITY
We will explain in simple terms what you are entitled to based on what you have told us. Then we’ll offer to get started working on your behalf.
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WE GET STARTED
You decide if you would like a Wyatts public liability lawyer to start your case. Then we get to work for you.
ENSURING A SUCCESSFUL CLAIM
We like to explain everything clearly to our clients so there are no surprises, and they understand what’s involved in a compensation claim. To make a successful claim, our lawyers must help you prove:
01 –The third-party person, company or organisation that contributed to the accident/injury owed you a duty of care.
02 –That the duty of care owed was breached.
03 –As a result of the duty of care breach, you have suffered injury, loss and damage.
WYATTS MAKES IT EASY
Free initial consultation
No win no fee policy
Five convenient office locations
In-home consultation If you are unable to travel
We can talk to you in your preferred language
ACT NOW!
As soon as possible after being injured in a public place, you should contact the Wyatts specialist liability lawyers to help prepare and lodge your claim. We’ll help you get all the information together that is required to make a claim. Don’t stress, talk to us today.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You may be able to claim compensation if you were injured in the following circumstances or locations:
- Accidents at playgrounds and in schoolyards
- Falls and other accidents at council owned parks and recreational facilities
- Accidents at sporting grounds or indoor sports venues
- Slips, trips and falls at supermarkets, shopping centres or other retail outlets
- Accidents at amusement parks or theme parks
- Accidents while visiting a rental property
- Dog attacks or other domestic animal attacks
- Food poisoning, allergic reactions or severe burns from food or beverages
- Physical or sexual assaults
- When using a defective product (e.g. toys, furniture, and personal items)
- Falls or accidents when using footpaths or bike paths
- Accidents while engaging in recreational activities (e.g. diving)
There are many other situations in which you may be eligible to claim public liability compensation. The team at Wyatts Compensation Lawyers will provide you with accurate and thorough legal advice, and will offer you the best path towards achieving the compensation you deserve. Contact us today!
A public liability compensation pay-out will depend on your occupational and financial situation prior to the accident, and on the severity of your injuries. While each claim is different, public liability pay-out amounts generally covers:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Past and future loss of earnings
- Pain and suffering, and reduced quality of life
- Care and help provided by friends, family or any other individual
Public liability is a complex area of law, and you should not feel that you have to take this journey alone. At Wyatts Compensation Lawyers, you will be more than just a “case number”, and you will be treated with the respect and dignity you deserve. Contact Wyatts today for an attentive and personalised service.
If you have been injured in a public place, if you have been the victim of a domestic animal attack or if you have contracted food poisoning after eating in a restaurant, you may be eligible to claim compensation for the negative effects that these events have had on your life. Importantly, your legal representatives must be able to demonstrate that a person, organisation or business was responsible for keeping you safe, but that they failed to do so. In other words, it must be the case that they failed in their duty-of-care because they were negligent.
Public Liability is a complex area of law; therefore, it is important that you have an experienced and dedicated legal team to support you. Wyatts Compensation Lawyers are experts in compensation claims, and our team has a thorough, attentive and personalised approach to helping all our clients get the compensation they deserve.
Companies, businesses, landlords, councils, and many other organisations have public liability insurance to cover accidents that occur in the places for which they hold responsibility. Therefore, it is mostly insurance companies that cover compensation pay-outs, rather than the person, or people responsible for the negligence.
Wyatts Compensation Lawyers are highly-skilled at negotiating with insurance companies, and representing clients during disputed claims, and when litigation is required through the court system. Our team will work with commitment and dedication towards a successful outcome – the outcome you deserve.
TALK TO AN EXPERT
If you’ve been injured in a public place, you might have to deal with a large organisation or insurance company who may not act in your best interests. Our expert team understands what you are going through and has years of experience helping people in similar situations to you. We can manage your claim and all the paperwork while you focus on recovering from your injury and reclaiming your quality of life.
FREE CASE EVALUATIONMEET OUR EXPERT TEAM
Julie Wyatt
Solicitor Director
Neville Wyatt
Solicitor Director
Mitchell Broom
Special Counsel
Silvia Thompson
Senior Associate, Motor Accident Practice Leader
Khristopher Narsimullu
Senior Associate, Work Injury Practice Leader
Camille Capati
Senior Associate, Institutional Abuse Practice Leader
Kirstin Hansch
Chief of Staff
Georgia Barlow
Business Development Manager
What Our Clients Say
L.
Motor Vehicle Accident
We tried to deal with the insurance company ourselves for some time before we realised we needed professional help. We met the Wyatts team and knew the experience would be positive from the start. They were honest with us, communicated every step of the way and were very knowledgeable and organised. They produced a result 20 times more than what we were initially offered by the insurance company. We can’t recommend Wyatts highly enough.
D.M.
Personal Injury
Wyatts was there to advise and help me at every stage of my claim. I knew I had a great team behind me. It was a relief when my matter settled, and I was happy with the result.
D.P.
Personal Injury
What a nice group of people that do care about you and your claim, they treat you with respect and kindness and are always a pleasure to talk to and work through whatever your matters are. If you ever find yourself needing to contact lawyers about making a claim for any personal injuries or anything else, I highly recommend these wonderful people.
C.S.
Institutional Abuse
The team at Wyatts have been nothing but golden, they have been so supportive and have really helped give me a life back. I’ve never met people that are so helpful, so kind and so genuine. The team worked hard with me to help build a strong legal case and have offered nothing but support in getting me the best possible outcome. They have really helped restore my happiness and my faith in humanity.
G.G.
Institutional Abuse
Wyatts lawyers was a great choice for my complex historical sexual abuse compensation claim. Not only did I get a result I never thought was possible, but they were professional, gentle and patient with my sensitive mental health. Although the case wasn’t the easiest of cases, with many bumps along the way, the Wyatts team had a heap of resources and people who could help in all areas.
T.S.
Medical Negligence
Wyatts took over my medical negligence claim from another firm that I wasn’t happy with. Wyatts prepared my claim for a hearing in the Supreme Court and negotiated a great settlement for me and my family. They treated me and my family with respect and sensitivity through this emotional time.
J.S.
Motor Vehicle Accident
I want to thank Wyatts for all the help they have given me throughout my claim. I did not know anything about the process or whether I could get anything at all from the CTP insurer, but you knew what to do. You have really made it worthwhile.
S.B.
Workers Compensation
My life has been one big blur the last month or so and I never expected the result we got. I just wanted to extend my great appreciation towards you. You have defiantly gone above and beyond, and I am blessed to have found such a great solicitor like yourself. You have no idea how much this money will change my life and I can’t thank you enough.
Anonymous
Institutional Abuse
My biggest fear was going to court again. Due to Camille and her team’s hard work, we managed to settle out of court, which was a dream come true. The settlement doesn’t take away the pain that the abuse caused me and what I have had to live with, but it certainly helps. An amazing outcome for myself and my family which would not have been possible without the dedication of Wyatts Compensation Lawyers.
R.A.
Medical Negligence
I chose Wyatts because they were a highly reputable firm, and I would know who was handling my claim the whole time. The directors were available to speak to me if I had any concerns. After some medical appointments and some negotiation, they got a great result for me, and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thank you, Neville and Julie.
WIN WITH WYATTS
Free case assessment
Talk to us about your claim and we will give you expert advice and an obligation-free assessment at no cost to you. Our specialists know the law inside out and they will tell you honestly about your chances of making a successful claim and what the next steps are if you decide to go ahead.
No win, no fee*
When we take on your claim you will never be out of pocket. If your case is unsuccessful, you won’t have to pay our legal fees. You can have complete peace of mind when you work with Wyatts that your case is in good hands, and we are committed to getting the best result for you.
We care about you
If you’re suffering from physical or emotional injuries, and facing financial losses due to someone else’s actions, we understand the stress of your situation. Our team don’t just provide legal advice, but also the compassion, support and care you need to get your life back on track.
A winning team
We’re proud to have helped thousands of people during their darkest moments, providing them with hope for a better future – and compensation to pay for it. With our expert legal advice and support, you will have the best possible chance of making a successful compensation claim.
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