A day out in a public park or playground can quickly take a turn when an accident results in injury. However, the fact that an accident occurred does not automatically mean that a local authority or park operator is liable.
To succeed in a personal injury claim, it must be shown that the party responsible for maintaining the area was negligent. This can arise from hazards such as uneven footpaths, poorly maintained equipment, slip and trip dangers, or other foreseeable risks.
Local councils have a duty to keep public spaces reasonably safe, while private amusement parks and recreational facilities owe a duty of care to visitors under the Occupier’s Liability Act 1995 and the European Communities (Machinery) Regulations 2008. However, liability may be reduced where an injured person contributed to the accident through their own actions.
Every case depends on its specific facts, and early legal advice is important. In most personal injury cases, proceedings must be commenced within two years of the date of the accident.
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