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A public liability claim is a type of legal action taken when people are injured in a public place due to another party’s negligence. This could be a result of an accident in a public place, such as a slip-and-fall on someone else’s property or even injuries caused by playground equipment that was not properly maintained.

To succeed in a public liability claim, you need to prove that you acquired your injuries because of the negligence of another party or occupier and that they failed their duty of care.

Splatt Lawyers offer a free legal claim review to understand your legal position. Be confident in accessing all your rights and entitlements by speaking with one of our skilled public liability solicitors.

Public liability claims rarely proceed to court. In Queensland, most settlement negotiations are mediated without the need for court proceedings. Avoiding a court hearing saves you time and considerable expense.

Thankfully, our public liability lawyers have many years of experience in diverse liability matters and are skilled negotiators, giving you a strong chance of a successful claim.

When settling your public liability claim, your insurer may be required to pay some of your legal costs. How much they pay is dependent on your overall settlement. Your lawyer will outline how this works when reviewing your case.

You would not receive money from the public liability insurer to fund your medical treatment or recovery costs whilst your claim progresses. However, these costs will be included in your settlement once you reach a successful outcome.

If you have experienced an injury, illness or mental health disorder due to an incident covered by public liability insurance, we recommend that you:

• Get medical attention
• Retain your medical reports and receipts
• Retain records of lost income
• Report your accident in writing to the applicable authorities
• Keep photos of your physical injuries
• Keep pictures of the place where your incident occurred

A basic understanding of the claim process increases your chance of a successful public liability claim. The steps of a personal injury claim (regardless of it’s type) are generally the same and depend on:

• Proof of injuries sustained due to negligence
• And the associated financial loss.

Here are the steps:

1. Collect evidence of the accident, including video, CCTV footage, photos of the accident scene,, and witness statements.
2. Get medical evidence: a doctor or medical specialist will assess your injuries and provide a report, including x-rays and other medical imaging.
3. Identify the negligent party. The negligent party’s public liability insurer is responsible for paying common law damages, so knowing who is to blame is crucial. Note: there may be multiple liable parties.
4. Lodge a public liability claim: when the insurance company accepts your claim, you receive fair compensation.
5. Court action if required: Most personal injury claims are settled without court litigation, saving you time and money.

Public Liability law includes injuries in a public place or private home, such as:

1. Rental property, animal attacks, physical assault, and excessive force
2. Physical or psychological harm caused by sporting and recreational activities, such as theme parks, wave pools, and activities on a sporting field, is also included.
3. Food poisoning