Suffering an injury when on your local council’s land can leave you feeling let down and dealing with physical and emotional burdens, not to mention concerns about medical expenses and perhaps even loss of work.

We're aware of the stress and trauma that comes with injuries due to the negligence of your local authority. These organisations are supposed to care for the surrounding community, so suffering an injury on their land or premises can feel like a betrayal and damage your faith in them. Specialising in making claims for local authority injuries, we're committed to guiding you every step of the way to secure the compensation you're entitled to. Our team of experienced personal injury solicitors is on hand to offer compassionate, clear and straightforward advice.

Regardless of the circumstances that led to your injury, we're here to support you. We'll guide you through the entire legal process, making sure that each aspect of your claim is transparent and easy to understand. With our team beside you, you're not merely gaining legal support; you're being assisted by professionals genuinely committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.

To discuss your unique circumstances and find out how we can assist you, simply call us today on 0800 138 0458 , or get in touch via our website .

Various situations can result in injuries due to local authority negligence, each with its unique challenges and implications. Common instances might include:

• Slips, trips  and falls on poorly maintained publicly-owned property or pavements
• Accidents in poorly maintained council buildings, schools or local authority publicly-owned parks
• Injuries from unsafe public facilities, such as leisure centres, swimming pools or playgrounds

In addition to the immediate physical toll, the emotional aftermath can be significantly distressing. You might experience stress, anxiety or PTSD following the incident. The need for medical treatment, physiotherapy or psychological counselling could also put a strain on your finances.

With Switalskis guiding you through the claims process, you're always in the loop and supported at every stage. When you choose Switalskis, you're not merely pursuing a compensation claim; you're getting support from a team genuinely committed to your wellbeing.

Generally, you've got three years from the incident date to start your claim. However there are some exceptions to this rule:

• Children: if you’re making a claim on behalf of a child, you can do so at any time before they reach the age of 18. Following this, the child has until the age of 21 to bring the claim themselves.
• Mental capacity: if the injured person can't make the claim themselves due to mental capacity issues, the usual time limits may not apply.
• Claims against public bodies: local authority claims might have specific protocols or shorter timeframes, depending on the nature of the case. We can guide you through this, making sure the right people are contacted and your claim is taken seriously.

To maximise your chances of a successful claim, get in touch with us as soon as possible while the details of the incident are still fresh in your memory.

At Switalskis, we handle the majority of our personal injury claims on a no win, no fee basis. This means that you won't need to pay any legal fees to us if your compensation claim is not successful. Additionally, there are no upfront costs for you to worry about. Instead, our fees will be deducted from your compensation amount, and this will be taken into account when calculating your claim.

It's also worth noting that your insurance policy may provide coverage for legal expenses. For example, if your injury resulted from a car accident, you may be eligible to claim back some of your legal expenses through your car insurance.