A pavement accident resulting from a defective pavement can result in painful injuries and significantly disrupt your daily life. You may experience a loss of earnings because of your injuries and may be entitled to compensation as a result. At Watermans, our pavement accident solicitors in Scotland are here to help.
“I have had a thoroughly straightforward, hassle-free experience. I was kept informed every step of the way, without query, about the progress of my case.”
J Logan, Personal Injury Claim
The injuries you sustain as a result of your accident can range from minor to serious,
including broken bones, lacerations or head and brain injuries.
You could be entitled to compensation
if you’ve been injured because of a slip, trip or fall involving a defective pavement.
Speak to our expert public liability solicitors at Watermans today
to see if you are eligible to pursue a claim for your injuries.
Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need
and providing straightforward legal advice. It should be that simple.
Pavement Defects
Pedestrians walking on defective pavements are at risk of serious injuries, especially when uneven kerbs, damaged paving stones, or sharp hazards like protruding drain covers are present.
Pavement defects can cause slips, trips and falls that can result in minor injuries but may also lead to severe consequences such as sprains, deep lacerations, broken bones, concussions and more.
Injuries like soft tissue damage and chronic pain can also occur from slips and trips caused by poor maintenance, which may require long-term medical care.
Here are some of the most common causes of injuries related to pavement trip claims:
If you have suffered an injury because of a slip on a public pavement, you may be eligible to make a pavement accident claim. To make a successful claim, you will need to prove that the injury was someone else’s fault – in this case, it would be the local authority, council, or company tasked with maintaining the pavements.
At Watermans, we employ expert personal injury solicitors with expertise in handling pavement injury claims. Speak to one of our team members today to start your claim process.
Making a Claim
If you or a loved one has sustained a defective or uneven pavement injury within the last three years, you may be entitled to claim compensation.
Injuries sustained from a pavement trip or fall can be serious and may require time off work. This can result in a loss of earnings for you and your family. Depending on the severity of your injury, you may also face additional costs, such as medical expenses or home care services.
Compensation is important to provide you and your loved ones with financial support while you recuperate. Compensation can cover various medical costs and related expenses, including rehabilitation and physiotherapy, home care and travel to medical appointments. This compensation can also cover lost wages if you had to take time off work following the injury.
We understand that making a compensation claim can seem daunting, but we are here to help. We offer free initial consultations and straightforward legal advice, taking the hassle out of the process. Additionally, we operate on a no-win, no-fee basis, so you won’t have to pay any legal fees if we don’t win your case.
To help your case, you should:
1. Report the accident as soon as possible to the responsible party, such as the highway authority or local council. Include precise details like the location, date and time.
2. Collect as much evidence as possible, including photographic evidence where the accident happened. The photos should capture defects, such as broken paving stones or uneven pavement, from multiple angles and with a reference object like a ruler to show the depth or height difference. If it is possible, obtain CCTV footage showcasing the accident.
3. Secure contact details from witnesses to the accident. We will then contact them for a statement.
4. Get medical attention as soon as possible to address and document your injuries. Ensure you keep copies of prescriptions and receipts for any treatments or medications. We will then recover your medical records.
These steps will provide a clear picture of the incident and support your claim. Speak to one of our specialist solicitors today to pursue the compensation you deserve and get your life back on track.
How Much Compensation?
Like most pavement trip compensation claims, the amount you could receive depends on the severity of your injuries.
For example, claims involving head and brain injuries or other serious harm usually result in higher payouts. Some factors that are considered include:
Our team aims to secure the maximum compensation for your case while limiting the legal costs and stress for you.
Why Watermans?
Watermans make legal services look and feel easy so people can move forward in life. We specialise in pavement accident compensation and a range of other personal injury cases.
We represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in compensation for our clients. We work on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means that if your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t end up out of pocket.
Our pavement accident solicitors work tirelessly to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve, helping you recover from injuries as soon as possible.
We also provide access to additional services, such as physiotherapy and psychological care. This ensures our clients receive the best support possible.
Our personal injury claims expertise covers a wide range of areas, including:
In Scotland, there is a three-year deadline for filing compensation claims for fall accidents. However, this does not mean that you have a full three years to begin the process.
To ensure your tripped-on-pavement claim is valid, you should either settle or formally begin court proceedings within these three years.
It is best to start the process as early as possible so we can start working on your behalf to gather enough evidence, such as photographic proof of pavement defects and eyewitness accounts, to support your claim. The sooner you act, the stronger your case for compensation for tripping on the pavement.
Local councils are responsible for ensuring that pavements are safe for pedestrians by performing periodic inspections and making necessary repairs.
Under Scottish law, the council must maintain pavements in a condition that lowers the risk of injury to pedestrians. This includes dealing with hazards like uneven surfaces, potholes, and broken paving stones that could result from poor maintenance and neglect.
If you have tripped on a pavement due to the local council’s failure to maintain it, you could be entitled to compensation.
The time it takes to settle a pavement accident claim will differ based on several factors but tends to range from six months to over a year. The factors that affect the time frame include:
At Watermans, our expert team of personal injury solicitors are determined to resolve your case as soon as possible, with the maximum compensation.
Reporting an injury immediately is always ideal, but a delay does not automatically prohibit you from making a claim. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
It’s always ideal to report your injuries immediately, but it’s not a train smash if you do not. Speak to one of our personal injury solicitors. We can guide you through the unique complexities of your case.
If you’ve experienced slips, trips, and falls due to defective pavement, our pavement accident solicitors are here to help.
At Watermans, we offer straightforward legal advice and work on a no-win no-fee basis, ensuring you have no financial risks.
Don’t let fall accidents disrupt your life. Contact our pavement accident solicitors today for
a free initial consultation and start your claim for the compensation you deserve.
The figures quoted are a rough guide to show you the amount you could receive as compensation for your injury. Our solicitors will advise you in more detail about your specific claim.
Your claim could be worth...
Claim Worth
The figures quoted are a rough guide to show you the amount you could receive as compensation for your injury. Our solicitors will advise you in more detail about your specific claim.
Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need and making that process straightforward. Start the process by sending us your details below or calling us on 0131 555 7055
“Making a claim for compensation can be such a daunting process for people, so I try to make it as straightforward and easy to understand as I can for them.”
Susanne McGraw, Head of Personal Injury
