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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

  • Injuries as a Vehicle Driver or Passenger (Car, Motorbike, Lorry etc)

  • Injuries as a Bus, Train, Boat/Ship or Aircraft Passenger

  • Injuries as a Roadside Pedestrian

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Workplace Accidents

  • Injuries that occur during employment due to unsafe working conditions, lack of proper equipment, inadequate training, or negligence by the employer.

  • Examples: Falls from height, machinery accidents, repetitive strain injuries (RSI), and exposure to hazardous substances.

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Medical Negligence/Clinical Negligence

  • Harm caused by medical professionals' failure to provide adequate care, leading to injury or illness.

  • Examples: Misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, and negligent medical advice or treatment

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Public Liability Claims

  • Injuries sustained in public places due to negligence by property owners or local authorities.

  • Examples: Slips, trips, and falls in supermarkets, parks, pavements, or poorly maintained premises.

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Accidents in the Home

  • Personal injury sustained due to defective products or unsafe conditions within private homes.

  • Examples: Burns from faulty electrical appliances, furniture collapses, or accidents involving home repairs.

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Sports Injuries

  • Injuries sustained during sporting activities, often due to unsafe environments, faulty equipment, or negligent coaching.

  • Examples: Head injuries in contact sports, ligament damage, or injuries from defective gym equipment.

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Occupational Disease or Industrial Disease Claims

  • Illnesses caused by long-term exposure to hazardous materials or unsafe working conditions in the workplace.

  • Examples: Asbestosis, industrial deafness, vibration white finger, and respiratory conditions from dust exposure.

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Assault and Criminal Injuries

  • Physical or psychological harm resulting from an intentional act of violence or crime.

  • Examples: Injuries from physical assault, psychological trauma from abuse, and injuries during violent crimes.

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Holiday and Travel Accidents

  • Injuries sustained while traveling or on holiday, often due to accidents involving airlines, tour operators, or defective conditions at hotels or resorts.

  • Examples: Food poisoning, accidents during excursions, or injuries due to poor hotel maintenance.

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Product Liability Claims

  • Injuries caused by defective or unsafe products.

  • Examples: Burns from malfunctioning electronics, choking hazards from defective toys, or harm from unsafe pharmaceutical products.

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Slip and Fall Accidents

  • Injuries sustained from slipping, tripping, or falling due to unsafe conditions in both public and private settings.

  • Examples: Wet floors without warning signs, uneven surfaces, or unmarked hazards.

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Dog Bites or Animal Attacks

  • Injuries caused by domestic or wild animals due to the owner's negligence or lack of control.

  • Examples: Dog bites, injuries from horse riding accidents, or attacks by exotic pets.

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Defective Premises Claims

  • Injuries sustained on private or commercial property due to unsafe conditions, typically relating to building maintenance or hazardous design.

  • Examples: Faulty staircases, electrical faults, or insufficient safety measures in rented accommodation or commercial buildings.

 

Food Poisoning or Contamination

  • Illnesses caused by consuming contaminated or improperly prepared food.

  • Examples: Food poisoning from restaurants, salmonella, or allergic reactions due to undisclosed ingredients.

 

Psychological Injury

  • Mental health conditions caused by traumatic events, prolonged stress, or negligence in handling emotionally sensitive matters.

  • Examples: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety from workplace bullying, or trauma from witnessing an accident.

 

Transport Accidents (Non-Road Traffic)

  • Injuries sustained in non-road traffic accidents involving public transportation, aviation, maritime, or railways.

  • Examples: Train crashes, aviation accidents, injuries during ferry transport, or accidents on cruise ships.

 

Construction Site Accidents

  • Injuries sustained while working or visiting construction sites due to unsafe working conditions, lack of safety protocols, or equipment failure.

  • Examples: Falling objects, scaffolding collapses, or machinery malfunctions.

 

Child Injury Claims

  • Injuries sustained by children, which could result from negligence or accidents at school, playgrounds, day-cares, or unsafe toys and products.

  • 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.

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