Road & Pavement Defect Claims

Poorly maintained roads and pavements pose a serious safety hazard to the public, and are one of the leading causes of accidents in the UK. Local authorities such as counsels have a legal duty to ensure road surfaces are maintained to a sufficient standard in order to drastically reduce the risk of harm.

Whilst it is accepted that pedestrians and cyclists must assume some level of responsibility in terms of avoiding obvious hazards, where a defective surface falls below the accepted standards resulting in injury you may be eligible to pursue a personal injury claim.

Pursuing a Surface Defect Claim

Road and pavement surfaces are subject to severe wear and tear as well as adverse weather conditions which ultimately over time corrode the surfaces. Unfortunately as the imperfections in the surface worsen, so to does the likely hood of sustaining an injury, especially for cyclists who are the most likely to be affected by inadequate road surfaces. For further information regarding cycle accident claims, click here.

If you or a loved one has suffered an accident due to a defective or uneven surface you maybe eligible to pursue compensation claim. By law local authorities have a duty of care to the public to ensure their premises are in a safe condition. Pursuing a personal injury claim can also reduce the risk of future injuries to the public by raising awareness of defective surfaces, ensuring steps are made to restore it to appropriate standards.

Here at Farleys Solicitors our expert personal injury team have a wealth of experience acting on behalf of clients who have sustained an injury as a result of a defective or uneven surface. Our experience in this area of law allows us successfully resolve disputes, securing the optimum settlement.