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Liability falls to the owner or operator (the Occupier) if the hazard was preventable through reasonable care and management. At Dorians Solicitors, we specialise in proving that the Occupier breached their duty of care. ![Accidents-in-Public-Places](https://www.dorianssolicitors.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Accidents-in-Public-Places.webp?width=1531&height=1219&name=Accidents-in-Public-Places.webp) ## **The Legal Duty: Occupiers' Liability 1957** The owner or operator in control of the premises owes a duty of care under the Occupiers' Liability Act 1957. We establish liability by proving the hazard resulted from: #### Spills/Liquids: Failure to clean up a liquid hazard or place wet floor signage. Spills/Liquids: #### Obstruction: Items, debris, or trailing cables left negligently in a walkway. Obstruction: #### Surface Defects: Damaged or uneven flooring, poor steps, or inadequate lighting. Surface Defects: #### Poor Maintenance: Failure to grit or clear ice/snow in entrance areas. Poor Maintenance: ## Crucial Evidence: Protect Your Claim The evidence you gather immediately following an accident is vital to proving your case. We strongly advise you to: #### Report the Incident: Report the fall to management/staff and ensure the details are logged in their Accident Book. #### Photograph the Hazard: Take clear pictures of the cause (spill, obstruction, defect) and the immediate surrounding area. #### Document the Hazard's Lifespan: If the hazard was present for some time (e.g., damaged flooring), try to establish its history. #### Secure Witness Details: Get names and phone numbers of any witnesses immediately. 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We offer this specialist service on a No Win No Fee basis, and can secure interim payments for immediate support. ## Your Questions Answered We know you have questions like “How quickly should a spill be cleaned up?” and “What is the difference between Occupiers' Liability and negligence?” When you contact us for a no-obligation assessment of your claim you can ask us any questions or raise any concerns you may have. Once you become a client, you will have direct access to one of our lawyers to guide you through the claims process. 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