July 1st, 2010 | 
Author: Shop owners have a duty of care to their customers and to any other visitors to their premises. It is their responsibility to ensure that they have taken every precaution to protect you, and to make sure that all potential slips and trips are avoided.
One of the most important features of a shop that must be kept safe is the staircase. All staircases must be kept well lit, in good condition, and free of obstacles. Shop floors must be kept clean and clear of any objects that may cause customers or staff to trip over. Spillages must be cleaned up straight away and all goods must be stacked safely.
Should you fall over in a shop, you may be able to claim for compensation. However, remember that with any no win no fee claims, you will need to prove that the shop was at fault and that your injury was entirely due to their negligence. Try and get as many witness reports as you can, and be certain to obtain information about how long the spillage or object had been there before your accident. The longer it was there, the higher your chances of success.
If a system had been put in place to check and clean up spillages before your incident, then your chances of a successful accident claim are going to lessen significantly.
If you feel that you have a case for personal injury against a shop owner, whether it be your local corner shop or a large supermarket chain, then please call a no win no fee solicitor to get full and free advice.
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