Accidents in Public Places

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Accidents can happen in public places anywhere: on footpaths, in leisure playgrounds, in shops or restaurants.

Which accidents happen in public places?
The majority of accidents in public places in Ireland are the result of:

• Slip on a wet floor.
• Trip on uneven paving.
• Having something fall on you.
• Being attacked by an animal such as a dog.
• Having an accident while on holiday.

What should I do if I have an accident in a public place?

As there may be specific conditions to be met for a claim for accidents in public spaces in Ireland to proceed, it is important that you follow a process following the accident:

• Report the accident to employees of the property where this happened and talk to the most senior person available at the time. 
• Take notes of the accident. 
• Record the names, addresses and contact information of any witnesses to the accident. 
• If possible, take photographs of the location of the accident, paying particular attention to the item or area which caused the accident.
• Maintain records of your costs and expenses related to the accident, and keep your receipts. 

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