Accident On Private Land Compensation Claims

Private property is defined as a building or piece of land that is privately owned by an individual. If you have been injured as a result of an accident on private property, you could be entitled to compensation. However, whether you can claim may depend on other factors, including if there is appropriate insurance in place or if the individual has the means to pay such a claim.

Find and compare solicitors with Compare Compensation Claims to find a solicitor that specialises in accidents on private land. They will be able to help you with your claim and work to get you the compensation you deserve.

Can I claim for an accident that occurred on private land?

Whether you can claim for an accident that happened on private land may depend on the incident and where the fault lies. The property or landowner is expected to take measures that prevent members of the public from coming to harm while on their property, however some duty of care must be taken by the individual to prevent harm on themselves, too.

In order to have a successful claim, you would need to be able to prove that the accident was the property or landowner’s fault and that they didn’t have the right or reasonable precautions in place to prevent the accident from happening.

Some examples of accidents on private land might include:

• Falling down stairs that don’t have appropriate safety measures (like a handrail)
• Slipping on a wet floor when there is no ‘Wet Floor’ sign
• Being attacked by an animal
• Injuring yourself while using broken equipment
• Being hit by a moving vehicle on private property

Claims related to accidents on private land can take anywhere from three to 12 months from start to finish.

How to make a claim for an accident on private land

After the incident has occurred but before you make a personal injury claim, you should report the incident to the relevant person or people, such as the homeowner or landowner. They will likely want to know where the accident occurred, how it happened and who was involved. Consider taking pictures at this stage too, as this may be used as future evidence. This is particularly important for accidents caused by temporary hazards, like a wet floor.

Should you decide to make a claim for the incident, the first step is to find a specialist solicitor that can help you. You can fill out our claim form to request a callback, and we’ll be in touch with a list of top-rated solicitors that we believe can help you to win your case. Once your choice is made, the claim process can begin.

In order to give your solicitor everything they need, you can start to collate evidence that demonstrates what happened. This evidence might include a doctor’s note stating your injuries or receipts that can prove you were on the premises that day.

What compensation and/or fees are applicable?

The compensation amount can vary from case to case, and depends on the type of accident that occurred. For general slips, trips and falls, the payout can be anything from £2,200 to £13,740. Our claims calculator may give you a better idea of the compensation you could receive.

If you’re worried about paying for the fees associated with making a claim, many solicitors offer a ‘no win, no fee’ payment policy. This means if your claim is unsuccessful, you don’t pay a thing. If you do win your claim, then you pay what is known as a success fee. This can be up to 25% of your total compensation amount, and your solicitor will likely tell you the percentage ahead of starting the claim process.

Is there a time limit for making a claim?

You have three years from the date of the incident or the diagnosis of the injury to start a personal injury claim. Attempting to make a claim after this period could result in a waste of time and resources. To be on the safe side, you should make a claim as soon as the incident has occurred and been reported.

Compare solicitors for your claim today

Injuries sustained while on private property can have an impact on your life, both temporarily and permanently depending on the severity of the accident. If it wasn’t your fault, you may be eligible for compensation. Choose from our highly rated personal injury lawyers today to get your claim started.