Paving Accidents

What ever town or city you are in across the UK it is that town or cities council/local authority that is responsible for the condition of the pavements and roads. If paving and road surfaces aren’t properly maintained then accidents could happen.

Accidents that occur as the result of someone else’s negligence means you could be entitled to compensation. If paving and road surfaces are left in a poor condition you could become the victim of a personal injury. Aspects such as uneven pavements, potholes and poorly signed road works all pose a threat as you could slip, trip or fall causing serious injury.

Common injuries that can occur as the result of an accident involving paving and road surfaces include broken/fractured bones, sprains and torn ligaments amongst others and in extreme cases could leave you permanently disabled or even result in death.

It is a council/local authority’s duty to maintain paving and road surfaces and to repair aspects such as uneven paving and potholes; failure to do so increases your risk of becoming a victim of personal injury.

If you do sadly become involved in a personal injury accident as the result of un-kept paving and road surfaces then you could be entitled to compensation. If you do find yourself involved in an accident concerning poorly maintained paving and road surfaces there are certain steps that should be taken in order to help if you wish to claim compensation. If possible you should photograph the accident scene, clearly showing the defective paving or road surface. It is also important to take down the details of any witnesses, which should include their account of the event. One last thing is you should always report the accident and problem with the paving or road surface to your council/local authority.

If you have been in an accident in the last three years involving defective paving or poorly maintained road surfaces then get in touch with Accident Consultant today to find out if you have a claim.

Accident Consult (our sister company) are leaders in personal injury compensation claims. We work on a no win no fee basis, meaning that in a successful claim you keep all of the money you are awarded with your fees being paid by the losing parties insurance.

Accident Consultant has many years of experience in dealing with accident claims involving poorly maintained paving and road surfaces. We have already helped many people just like you get the compensation that they deserve.