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Personal injury assessments cover a wide range of injuries beyond those sustained in road traffic accidents (RTAs). Here are the key areas typically we cover in our personal injury assessments :
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Road Traffic Accidents
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Injuries as a Vehicle Driver or Passenger (Car, Motorbike, Lorry etc)
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Injuries as a Bus, Train, Boat/Ship or Aircraft Passenger
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Injuries as a Roadside Pedestrian
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Workplace Accidents
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Injuries that occur during employment due to unsafe working conditions, lack of proper equipment, inadequate training, or negligence by the employer.
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Examples: Falls from height, machinery accidents, repetitive strain injuries (RSI), and exposure to hazardous substances.
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Medical Negligence/Clinical Negligence
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Harm caused by medical professionals' failure to provide adequate care, leading to injury or illness.
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Examples: Misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, and negligent medical advice or treatment
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Public Liability Claims
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Injuries sustained in public places due to negligence by property owners or local authorities.
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Examples: Slips, trips, and falls in supermarkets, parks, pavements, or poorly maintained premises.
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Accidents in the Home
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Personal injury sustained due to defective products or unsafe conditions within private homes.
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Examples: Burns from faulty electrical appliances, furniture collapses, or accidents involving home repairs.
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Sports Injuries
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Injuries sustained during sporting activities, often due to unsafe environments, faulty equipment, or negligent coaching.
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Examples: Head injuries in contact sports, ligament damage, or injuries from defective gym equipment.
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Occupational Disease or Industrial Disease Claims
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Illnesses caused by long-term exposure to hazardous materials or unsafe working conditions in the workplace.
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Examples: Asbestosis, industrial deafness, vibration white finger, and respiratory conditions from dust exposure.
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Assault and Criminal Injuries
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Physical or psychological harm resulting from an intentional act of violence or crime.
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Examples: Injuries from physical assault, psychological trauma from abuse, and injuries during violent crimes.
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Holiday and Travel Accidents
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Injuries sustained while traveling or on holiday, often due to accidents involving airlines, tour operators, or defective conditions at hotels or resorts.
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Examples: Food poisoning, accidents during excursions, or injuries due to poor hotel maintenance.
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Product Liability Claims
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Injuries caused by defective or unsafe products.
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Examples: Burns from malfunctioning electronics, choking hazards from defective toys, or harm from unsafe pharmaceutical products.
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Slip and Fall Accidents
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Injuries sustained from slipping, tripping, or falling due to unsafe conditions in both public and private settings.
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Examples: Wet floors without warning signs, uneven surfaces, or unmarked hazards.
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Dog Bites or Animal Attacks
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Injuries caused by domestic or wild animals due to the owner's negligence or lack of control.
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Examples: Dog bites, injuries from horse riding accidents, or attacks by exotic pets.
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Defective Premises Claims
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Injuries sustained on private or commercial property due to unsafe conditions, typically relating to building maintenance or hazardous design.
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Examples: Faulty staircases, electrical faults, or insufficient safety measures in rented accommodation or commercial buildings.
Food Poisoning or Contamination
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Illnesses caused by consuming contaminated or improperly prepared food.
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Examples: Food poisoning from restaurants, salmonella, or allergic reactions due to undisclosed ingredients.
Psychological Injury
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Mental health conditions caused by traumatic events, prolonged stress, or negligence in handling emotionally sensitive matters.
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Examples: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety from workplace bullying, or trauma from witnessing an accident.
Transport Accidents (Non-Road Traffic)
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Injuries sustained in non-road traffic accidents involving public transportation, aviation, maritime, or railways.
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Examples: Train crashes, aviation accidents, injuries during ferry transport, or accidents on cruise ships.
Construction Site Accidents
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Injuries sustained while working or visiting construction sites due to unsafe working conditions, lack of safety protocols, or equipment failure.
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Examples: Falling objects, scaffolding collapses, or machinery malfunctions.
Child Injury Claims
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Injuries sustained by children, which could result from negligence or accidents at school, playgrounds, day-cares, or unsafe toys and products.
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Examples: Playground equipment failures, accidents during school activities, or defective children's products.
These areas cover a broad spectrum of injury scenarios, each requiring a specific approach to assessing liability,
damages, and compensation.