Trip and Slip

Under the Highways Act 1980 it is the responsibility of local councils and highways authorities to maintain pavements, footpaths and roads.

How To Make a Claim Against The Council

The following information will be useful to bring a claim against the council’s negligence:

• is the defect at least an inch in height or an inch in depth;
• do you have pictures of the defect;
• has the defect been present for at least 6 months; and
• do you have an independent witness who can verify this?

If you have been injured due to the failure the council’s duty, you may be entitled to receive compensation. Claims Helpline work on a No Win No Fee * basis which means you do not have to pay any fees as the party who caused the negligence will have to cover all the legal expenses.

Call Claims Helpline free on 0800 019 3626 today and speak to one of our dedicated Claims Executives to find out how you could be entitled to making a Trip and Slip Claim. Our legally trained team can provide you with free guidance and put you in touch with a specialist solicitor within minutes.

or call 0800 019 3626