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Our expert accidents in public places lawyers will handle your claim at no cost to you* and in the vast majority of cases you will receive 100% of your compensation**.

Expertise And Understanding From Irwin Mitchell

Every year in the UK, thousands of people are injured due to an accident in a public place. Most recover from their injuries with time but the knock-on effect for others can mean long term disability, ongoing pain and continuing financial losses. If you have been injured as a result of an accident in a public place, such as a trip, slip or fall, then you could be entitled to make an accident claim to compensate you for your injuries. 

At Irwin Mitchell we fight fearlessly to achieve the best outcome for your personal injury claim. We’re renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family due to accidents in public places, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference. 

Our lawyers offer the highest level of professionalism and expertise, combined with dedication and sensitivity.

Above all, we put you first.

Handling Cases Regarding Accidents In Public Places With Expertise And Sensitivity

Thousands of people every year experience some form of accident in a public place for which they could make an accident compensation claim. This could be the result of a trip, slip, fall or being struck by falling objects.

The responsibility for the accident will often lie with the owner of the premises or property in which the accident took place or the local authority responsible for maintaining public spaces. They have a legal responsibility known as a "duty of care" to minimise the risk of accidents and where we can prove you were injured because that duty was breached, we’ll pursue an accident compensation claim on your behalf.

Proven Expertise In Accidents In Public Places Claims

Irwin Mitchell is one of the largest and most experienced personal injury law firms in the country.

Our team includes many of the country’s finest personal injury lawyers. They operate in highly specialised teams, offering the highest level of legal expertise in accidents in public claims.

Irwin Mitchell has a dedicated and experienced team for handling personal injury claims that result from accidents in a public places, with a proven track record in securing compensation in these cases. You will be treated as an individual and not a case number and you can rest assured that you will receive the best possible advice and representation throughout your accident claim.

Irwin Mitchell’s Commitment To Making A Difference

Irwin Mitchell’s first commitment is to you, and to achieving the best outcome for your claim.

We also have a long history of campaigning with leading organisations in numerous personal injury fields. Together with those organisations we seek improvements in health and safety, prevent accident and injury where possible, and improve the quality of life and levels of compensation for those who have suffered injury.

We have also pursued many leading legal cases in order to improve the prospects of success of claims for various forms of personal injury, and to obtain fairer compensation.


The above information relates to the law and procedures in England and Wales.

* Subject to entering a ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreement with us and complying with its terms.

** Does not apply to group actions, criminal injuries or accidents and illnesses outside England and Wales and is subject to compliance with the terms of your funding arrangements.

All Scottish cases will be handled by the Scottish law firm with which we are associated, Irwin Mitchell Scotland LLP. The law relating to funding is different in Scotland and you will receive separate advice about what that means as well as a separate funding agreement.



73 Year Old Man Injured When Car Hoist Broke

A 73 year old man was involved in an accident  in May last year when his car hoist suddenly broke. 

The Bri-Ayd Controls Limited hoist was fitted to his car by Clark and Partners, in order to allow him to load and unload his mobility scooter into the back of his car.

The man was on holiday at the time of the accident. He was in the process of loading his scooter into the car when there was sudden load bang. The scooter was hurled from the car, striking his chest and right shoulder and knocking him to the ground. The scooter then landed on the client where he lay.

Passersby assisted him but he was left with injuries to his chest and shoulder.

A claim was brought against both Bri-Ayd Controls and Clark and Partners, then settled in the sum of £4,000 damages for the client.

We have lawyers with the expertise and experience needed to help you with your claim. Choose from the list below to learn more about our experts in this area.

Name Location Job Title Telephone
Andrew Darke Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Sion Kingston Leeds Partner 0113 220 6210
Fran Mayes Newcastle Partner 0191 279 0112
David Urpeth Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Sarah Brumpton Leeds Associate 0113 394 6777
Joanne Ewart Leeds Associate 0870 1500 100
Cathryn Godfrey Leeds Associate 0113 218 6470
Andre Grayson Sheffield Associate 0870 1500 100
Rebecca Hearsey Birmingham Associate 0870 1500 100
Claire Newstead Leeds Associate 0870 1500 100
Ana Romero Malaga Associate +34 952 209 860
David Bell Glasgow Solicitor 0870 1500 100
Maria Walker Manchester Other Legal Expert 0161 838 3050

Guidance With Strength And Sensitivity

We understand that contacting a lawyer might seem like a big step - especially if you have not done so before and we have therefore made it easy for you to contact us for free initial advice about your claim.

At Irwin Mitchell we understand the real impact of personal injury. Our team of specialists have the skills and experience to give you clear advice about the chances of pursuing a successful claim and to guide you through the claims process. You can then decide if you want us to pursue your claim on your behalf.

We are renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.

At Irwin Mitchell we will fight fearlessly to give you the greatest chance of winning your case, with the best possible outcome, and we will support you every step of the way.

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Investors In People     Action Against Medical Accidents - Clinical Negligence SpecialistsYorkshire Lawyer Awards Winner 2009Stonewall 2011Stonewall Star Performer 2011Rehabilitation First Awards 2011 The Law Society Personal Injury AccreditationChild Brain Injury Trust The Law Society Clinical Negligence Accreditation ISO SGS 27001 AccreditationISO 9001:2008 AccreditationSGS ISO 14001 with UKASHeadway 2011A conformance icon, W3C-WAI Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 1.0