If you’ve had an accident at a supermarket or while shopping, we may be able to help you claim compensation. Our lawyers handle thousands of personal injury claims every year, and work hard to get you the support you need to make the best possible recovery.

How To Make A Compensation Claim Against A Supermarket Or Shopping Centre

Supermarkets, shops and shopping centres have a duty to protect your safety.

Some of the common causes of supermarket and shopping injuries include:

Slips, trips and falls
Falling objects
Broken glass.

If your accident is the result of someone else's negligence, we could help you claim compensation.

How Long Do I Have To Make A Claim Following An Injury?

You normally have three years to make a claim following your accident.

However, there are some exceptions to this time limit – notably for children.

It’s important to make your claim as soon as you’re able, as this can make gathering evidence a lot easier. If possible, you should try to take pictures of the defect that caused your injury and take down the contact details of any witnesses.

How Much Compensation Can I Claim Following An Accident In A Supermarket?

The amount of compensation you could claim will depend on your injury and its impact on your life.

There’s no set compensation amount for an accident such as a fall in a supermarket for instance. Instead it’s based on:

The severity of your injury
How it has impacted your life
How much money you have lost (or will lose).

Our shopping accident solicitors are very experienced in this area, and will aim to get you the maximum compensation available for your injury.

Can I Make A No Win No Fee Supermarket Or Shop Injury Claim?

Most or the claims we handle against supermarkets or shops are on a no win no fee basis. This means that there are no upfront costs to pay, and no financial risk to you if your claim is unsuccessful.*

Why Choose Us?

Our personal injury lawyers deal with hundreds of claims involving supermarkets and shops every year. We understand the impact that an accident of this nature will have on your life, and will fight hard to get you the compensation and rehabilitation you deserve.

The majority of our claims are settled without you needing to go to court. In the event that you do though, our experienced team will make sure you’re fully prepared and supported throughout the process.

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If you’ve suffered a personal injury in a shop or supermarket, call us on 0800 056 4110 or contact us online to arrange a free initial consultation.

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Supermarket Accident Compensation Claims - More Information

- What Will Happen When I Make A Claim Against A Supermarket?
- When you contact us, you'll speak to one of our friendly team members, who will talk to you about your injury. This initial consultation is free and from there, we'll advise you on the best way to take your claim forward.
  
  Contacting Those Responsible For Your Injuries
  
  We'll then get in touch with those responsible for your accident at an early stage to see if they accept the blame for what happened. If they accept responsibility, we'll try to secure some of your compensation up-front, which can fund private medical care and expenses while your claim is ongoing. These payments, known as interim payments, will be taken out of your final compensation award.
  
  Gathering Evidence
  
  Our experts will look into your case in detail, gathering evidence from various sources such as witnesses, CCTV and independent medical professionals.
  
  We'll employ medical professionals to find out how your accident impacted your health and recommend the care you'll need in the future in order to make the best recovery possible.
  
  Final Settlement & Compensation Awarded
  
  We'll always try and negotiate claims out of court, keeping the claim process as short as we can. However, if your opponent doesn't accept responsibility or doesn't agree with the amount of compensation we feel you need, we'll start court proceedings.
  
  Even when trial dates have been set, claims are still often settled before reaching court. If your claim needs to be decided at court, we'll be there to help you every step of the way, talking you through what will happen so you feel as comfortable as possible.
- What Can Supermarket Accident Compensation Pay For?
- By making a personal injury compensation claim, you can access funds to help cover expenses and any medical treatment you may need.
  
  Every personal injury case is different, so there's no set amount of compensation you'll receive. The amount of compensation you'll get will depend on your circumstances, the severity of your injuries and your chances of making a full recovery.
  
  To work out how much compensation you're entitled to, we'll take into account factors such as:
  - Expenses - including travel expenses to medical appointments, medical equipment and things that help with daily living.
  - Loss of earnings - to cover any time you've had off work and time off you may need in the future. This figure can also cover matters such as not returning to the same role or not being able to return to work.
  - Pain and suffering - caused by your injury or illness.
  - Further treatments - to pay for any further surgery or medical procedures you may need after experiencing negligent treatment.
  - Adaptations - we can help you adapt your home and vehicle after an injury to help with living independently. Find out more about the kind of changes that can be made to a property.
  - Care costs - to fund home care visits and past and future rehabilitative treatments.
  If you'd like to make a compensation claim, contact us to set up a free initial consultation on 0800 056 4110.
- How Long Do I Have To Make A Claim?
- You normally have to make a personal injury claim within three years of your accident so you should contact us as soon as possible. By getting in touch with us shortly after your accident, it can make collecting evidence a little easier as there are often fewer problems finding witnesses whose statements we need to support your case.
  
  There are some exceptions to the three year time limit, including:
  - Claims on behalf of children - these can be made at any point before their 18th birthday. When the child reaches 18, they can make their own claim at any stage up until they turn 21.
  - Mental capacity - there are no time limits to make a claim on behalf of someone who doesn't have the ability to handle their own case.
  - Fatal claims - to make a claim on behalf of your loved one, you'll have three years from the date they died to make a claim. If a post-mortem found that the death was caused by an accident or illness, you have three years from the point where you discovered these findings.
  If you would like to make a personal injury claim, we urge you to contact us as soon as possible so we can start work on your case. Call us today on 0800 056 4110 for a free initial consultation to discuss your situation.
- Can I Make A No Win No Fee Claim?
- Many of our cases are funded with a No Win No Fee agreement. This means that there's no financial risk* to you when making a compensation claim.
  
  At the start of your case we'll discuss funding options with you, advising you which we think is most suitable. If you have legal expenses insurance (LEI) or are covered by a trade union policy, these may be better options to fund your claim. Legal expenses insurance is included in many household insurance policies, so it's always worth checking whether you're already covered.
  
  If we think you're best supported by a No Win No Fee agreement, we'll explain the process clearly. This involves setting up an insurance policy that will protect you, at no cost to you. You'll only have to pay anything when your claim is successful - your opponent will pay most of our fees.
  
  Please visit our No Win No Fee page for more information on how it works.
- Meet Our Supermarket & Shopping Injury Solicitors
- We have experienced solicitors based across the country who specialise in helping people to claim compensation for injuries suffered in a supermarket or shopping centre. We know the issues that you and your loved ones may be facing, and we can answer all of your questions in plain English.
  
  Having helped many other people who have suffered supermarket injuries, our lawyers have specialist experience of investigating and making this type of claim.
  
  Meet the team

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How To Make A Compensation Claim Against A Supermarket Or Shopping Centre

How Long Do I Have To Make A Claim Following An Injury?

How Much Compensation Can I Claim Following An Accident In A Supermarket?

Can I Make A No Win No Fee Supermarket Or Shop Injury Claim?

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How To Make A Compensation Claim Against A Supermarket Or Shopping Centre

How Long Do I Have To Make A Claim Following An Injury?

How Much Compensation Can I Claim Following An Accident In A Supermarket?

Can I Make A No Win No Fee Supermarket Or Shop Injury Claim?

Why Choose Us?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Accidents Can Happen In A Supermarket/Shopping Centre?

What Kind Of Injuries Happen in Shops?

What Should I Do If I’ve Been Injured In A Supermarket Accident?

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